At the discretion of the Principal, the Support Assistant (SA) reports to the Principal, Program Support Teacher and/or Classroom Teachers.

The position is responsible for assisting with implementing specialized and modified learning and education activities in order to provide a positive learning experience for students with special needs or students who require additional support.

The SA is responsible for working with special needs/additional needs students either individually or in small groups to provide academic assistance in mainly core areas such as reading and math.

The SA is also responsible for ensuring that special needs/additional needs students are provided with positive learning environments and have an opportunity to learn effective listening and communications skills and good work habits.

In particular, the SA is responsible for assisting with implementation of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) so that students are provided with a learning environment that promotes a sense of accomplishment and self-confidence.

Providing these services in an adequate manner will have a direct impact on special needs/additional needs students and their families.

It will increase the chances of having these students remain in the education system and gain the skills required to be successful in life.

It will also have a direct impact on the ability of the Classroom Teacher to maintain order in the classroom as many children with special needs may become frustrated and demonstrate inappropriate or disruptive behaviors in the classroom without special or additional assistance.

Providing these services will also have a direct impact on other students within the classroom who may not otherwise receive the required level of attention from the Classroom Teacher.

Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:



The completion of Grade 12 combined with related training in working with special needs students and experience in an educational setting. GNWT Inquiries Inquiries Only: Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.

More Information Term Position This job opening is for a term position up to June 24, 2027 Part-time position This Job opening is for a Part-time position (30 hours of work) Indigenous Employment Policy Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy.

Criminal Records Check Candidates must provide a satisfactory vulnerable sector check.

Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.

Diversity and Inclusion The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace.

If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.

Eligibility Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.

Equivalencies Equivalencies may be considered based on a one-year of directly related experience equivalent to one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience.

However, combinations of education and experience must often be considered on a case-by-case basis.

For a full list of equivalencies that will be considered for this role, please contact human resources.

Job Opening Information Job Opening ID #28590 Closing Date: November 13, 2026 - 23:59, Mountain Time Salary Information The salary for this position starts at $37.90 per hour plus Northern Allowance Application Assistance For more information on preparing and submitting your application, please visit:

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