Pembina Hills School Division invites applications for the position of an Regular Part Time Educational Assistant, Neerlandia Public Christian School. As part of your application package, please submit a detailed written statement which attests to your suitability to work in a faith-based school environment.
The Division
Pembina Hills School Division provides education to approximately 3800 students in 15 community schools in north central Alberta. PHSD also provides education to over 10,000 students from within and beyond our borders, through our online school, Vista Virtual School. For more information on our remarkable Division, please visit our website at
The School Neerlandia Public Christian School
Neerlandia Public Christian School (NPCS) is a vibrant interdenominational K- 9 alternate school located in the community of Neerlandia. Neerlandia is a Hamlet located in the County of Barrhead, Alberta, approximately 140 km north-west of Edmonton. Neerlandia Public Christian School, where the motto is Learning to Serve, has approximately 20 teachers and support staff serving the needs of 180 students. It is supported in its Christian Mission through the Prairie Centre for Christian Education.
Neerlandia School Mission Statement:
Neerlandia Public Christian School will provide a Christ-centered education so that students are equipped to serve God joyfully in all areas of life.
The Position
The successful candidate must be a self-directed team player who is interested in providing support and encouragement to students with a diversity of learning needs. Hours of work will be Monday-Friday, 3.5 hours/day following the school calendar. Duties are to commence August 27, 2026 and will end June 25, 2027.
Qualifications/Requirements:
- Experience working with behaviorally challenged students would be an asset
- Experience working with school aged children
- Preference will be given to applicants with an understanding of childhood development
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with students and adults
- Able to work as a member of the school team and also independently
- Enthusiastic and motivated to help students succeed
- Experience with Collaborative Problem Solving/Conflict Resolution would be an asset
- Siva Training would be considered an asset
First aid would be an asset
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For further information, please contact:
Prakash Raju (Principal) at 780-349-7258
This competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.
There are inherent risks in the work employees do throughout Pembina Hills School Division (PHSD). All staff are to be prepared to satisfactorily manage the inherent risks encountered in their work. PHSD staff are responsible for advising their Supervisors of unknown risks encountered relating directly to their work. Staff are expected to cooperate in ensuring workplace health and safety in a caring and respectful educational setting.
PLEASE NOTE:
- Your resume should include a list of references with permission for Pembina Hills School Division to contact any or all references.
- Original Criminal Record Check including Vulnerable Sector (dated within one year) must be provided prior to employment.
- Original Intervention Record Check (dated within one year) issued by Child & Family Services Authority must be provided prior to employment.
- Verification of Education and relative experience is required.
We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those shortlisted will be contacted.
