Casual Educational Assistant

Edmonton Catholic Schools is a large urban school division whose mission is to provide a Catholic education that inspires students to learn and that prepares them to live fully and to serve God in one another. The Division is comprised of over 50,000 students and over 5,500 employees in 95 schools plus other sites. Casual Educational Assistant Requisition ID: 11650 Hours Per Week: Varies Position: New FTE: Varies Department: Staff Replacement - EducAsst No Months Per Year: 10 Position Status: Casual Employee Group: Non Rate of Pay: $21.54 per hour Posting Closing Date: 8/17/26 Edmonton Catholic Schools is accepting applications for casual Educational Assistant positions for day-to-day assignments in various schools/ sites throughout the Division. This is a casual position with no guaranteed hours. However, all casual hires are eligible to apply to internal temporary or permanent positions. The job works as part of a multi-disciplinary team to assist students in learning and developing skills in the areas of socialization, communication, and behavior. The job also provides general support in the classroom. Job Responsibilities Assist the teacher with planning, preparing, and implementing programs to meet student needs Organize classroom materials, activities, equipment, and programs Assist the multi-disciplinary team with the implementation of developmental strategies Behaviour management Provide a range of personal and physical care Assist co-workers during peak periods and absences Qualifications High School diploma plus certificate/diploma in an area related to early childhood education or special needs education, plus one year directly related experience, or an equivalent combination of experience and qualifications Knowledge of intervention techniques and strategies, first aid, CPR, and administering medication Knowledge of Microsoft programs, including Word, Outlook, and the internet Ability to communicate with sensitivity, diplomacy, and tact is essential Ability to effectively communicate in the English language, both oral and written, with the ability to develop and maintain communication with students, teachers, and specialists Ability to travel to sites within Edmonton Fluency in French, Spanish, Ukrainian, or knowledge and understanding of the Cree language and culture, is an asset. Edmonton Catholic Schools is committed to maintaining a respectful and inclusive workplace that welcomes and values candidates from diverse backgrounds. We hire employees of all faiths for non-teacher positions. As a Catholic School Division receiving public funding, our schools and departments are imbued with our Catholic Faith. Candidates are expected to exhibit respect and sensitivity towards our Catholic beliefs and practices embraced by both students and staff. Edmonton Catholic Schools offers a comprehensive benefits program based on contract status as part of its total compensation package. Before employment, successful candidates will be required to submit a Police Information Check and Intervention Record Check dated within six months of hiring. Due to the high volume of applications received, only qualified candidates who are shortlisted will be contacted.

Assist teachers in planning and implementing educational programs while providing general classroom support. Work within a multi-disciplinary team to help students develop socialization, communication, and behavior skills.

Requires a high school diploma and a certificate or diploma in early childhood or special needs education, plus one year of related experience. Candidates must possess knowledge of intervention techniques, first aid, and CPR.

• Comprehensive Benefits Program

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• Behavior Management
• Early Childhood Education
• Special Needs Education
• First Aid
• CPR
• Medication Administration
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Outlook
• Interpersonal Communication
• Classroom Support
• Developmental Strategies
• Personal Care

• Education
• Social Services
• Government & Public Sector

Formation minimale

Études secondaires

Expérience minimale

2+ ans

Postuler avant le

1 sept. 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine

Niveau d’expérience

Entry level