Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS) is one of the largest school divisions
in Alberta, serving the education needs of approximately 17,750 students in 43
schools. Every day, the staff and students of EIPS are encouraged to pursue
opportunities to grow and discover their passions in life. We pride ourselves
on providing staff and students with the tools to achieve success by offering
dynamic programming, current resources, and practical professional learning
opportunities.
EIPS is recruiting four (4) permanent full-time Complexity Education Assistants:
- Two (2) supporting a Complexity Teacher who works out of Davidson Creek Elementary with complexity students
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Two (2) supporting a Complexity Teacher who works out of SouthPointe School with complexity students
PLEASE NOTE:
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These assignments are not assigned a designated classroom but support a complexity teacher
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Commencing August 27, 2026
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32.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 6.5 hours per day)
- EIPS offers a comprehensive
benefit package
An additional 2 full-time Complexity Education Assistants for secondary schools is posted on job posting (#40501010)
Key Duties/Responsibilities
The Education Assistant (EA) assists teachers in creating a welcoming, safe, and caring classroom that supports effective learning and student success. Reporting to the Principal, the EA is assigned to assist teachers with many instructional and non-instructional tasks in the classroom and during school activities. This includes providing student supervision and assisting students with personal, physical, and medical care. Under the direction of the teacher, and through interdisciplinary team planning, the position supports programming for students and assists with the implementation of developmental and behavioural strategies. The Certified EA has received specialized training to assist children and youth who have a wide range of abilities and exceptionalities including significant emotional and behavioural challenges, learning difficulties and complex physical health concerns.
Qualifications
Education and Experience
- Educational Assistant Certificate or comparable education would be an asset
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Minimum required education - High School Diploma
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2 years related experience working with children or youth
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Non-Violent Crisis Intervention training would be an asset
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Courses related to working with students with special needs would also be an asset (Ex. Positive Behaviour Supports, Trauma Informed Practice, etc.)
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First Aid certificate would be an asset
Demonstrated Skills and Competencies
- Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
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Ability to successfully take direction and work in a multidisciplinary team environment as well as independently with minimal supervision.
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Ability to remain calm in a high stress, fast-paced environment.
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Experience using de-escalation, emotional regulation, and co-regulation techniques.
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Strong collaboration, organizational, and time management skills.
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Flexibility, patience, sensitivity, tolerance, enthusiasm, creativity, and imagination.
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Knowledge of classroom routines, assistive technology and other care equipment.
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Experience providing complex personal and physical care.
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Knowledge of workplace safety and awareness of applicable
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Occupational Health and Safety regulations.
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Good knowledge of computers and applicable technology.
For more information, please contact Marcus Reed at 780-449-2787 or .
- Only online applications will be accepted.
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Open to internal and external applicants
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Click on “Sign in With Employee Email” to be considered an Internal Applicant
Elk Island Public Schools appreciates and considers all applications; however, we only contact candidates who are selected for interviews.
If you require assistance with the application system, please call Apply to Education at 1-877-900-5627 or email .
