Job Requirements
Job Description
Posting Dates: November 2, 2026 to November 9, 2026 (applications will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. on November 9, 2026).

Under the direction of a Registered Psychologist, the In-Class Support Worker - Complex Autism/Developmental Conditions implements and follows the clinical plan to foster and promote self-regulation and the development of essential skills in students with developmental and severe behavioural conditions in order to improve functioning in a congregated or a regular educational setting.

Specific Accountabilities

In collaboration with the teacher, administration, and Registered Psychologist:

Provides direct in-class support to students as part of the classroom team.

Teaches students strategies to address social/emotional skill deficits and collaboratively implements that programming within the classroom (i.e., sensory regulation, communication, life skills, etc.)

Responds to students' social/emotional needs in the classroom (i.e., zones of regulation, body breaks, sensory strategies, calm-down techniques, etc.)

Assists with the implementation of strategies outlined in the Learner Support Plan through the direct delivery of programs (i.e., modelling, prompting/cueing, reinforcement strategies and appropriate proactive interventions to reduce occurrences of maladaptive and dysregulated behaviours)





Assists in planning and implementing the use of Assistive or Augmented Communication devices to support students in acquiring functional communication.

Assists with implementing hygiene protocols including, but not limited to dressing, washing and toileting.

Supports the development and documentation of behavioural and educational program goals as described in the Learner Support Plan (anecdotal notes, charting etc.)

Attends and contributes to regular classroom and school team meetings, as scheduled

Qualifications
Education:

Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Social Work or Human Services field (i.e., rehabilitation counselling, special education)

Experience:

Experience and/or training in behaviour modification techniques and philosophies, including reinforcement schedules, tracking and evaluation.

Experience working with students with developmental and severe behavioural conditions.

Understanding and experience implementing programs on essential life skills, social skills and emotional regulation

Successful completion of training in non-violent crisis intervention

Demonstrated collaboration and team building skills.

Physically able to meet all physical demands for this position (see link)

Proficiency with Microsoft Office to create and manage data tracking sheets.

Robust organizational, interpersonal and communication skills

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📌 In-Class Support Worker - Complex Autism/Developmental Conditions (Alberta)
🏢 Calgary Catholic School District
📍 Alberta