Learning Assistant - InterimSouth High School Campus
Located in Calgary, Foundations for the Future Charter Academy (FFCA) is the largest public charter school in Alberta, serving over 4000 students in eight campuses throughout the city.
We offer educational programming through a distinctive Direct Instruction Teaching and Learning Framework (DITLF) that has been refined and developed within the Alberta context for students from Kindergarten to Grade 12. Our mission is to provide a safe and caring environment where the four pillars of our charter, namely academic excellence, character development, parental involvement and staff leadership are valued and fostered.
A Learning Assistant is required for an interim position at the South High SchoolCampus beginning November 16, 2026 until January 19, 2027. The Learning Assistant will work under the direction of the Principal, providing instructional support, teacher support and student support as requested by the teacher and administration.
Responsibilities
To include but not limited to: Instructional Supporta. Providing instructional support under teacher's guidanceb. Tracking and reporting student progressc. Diagnostic testing for reporting purposesd. Preparing instructional materials
Teacher Supporta. Marking and recording students' workb. Communicating regularly with classroom teachers on student related instructional issues
Student Supporta. Reviewing of grade appropriate curricular material with students as assigned by the teacherb. Providing additional support to those students as indicated by the teacher(s)
Other related duties as assigned
Qualifications
Certification from or enrollment in a recognized Teacher Assistant Program is required. Familiarity with senior level Math and Science is preferred. Preference will be given to candidates with experience and candidates whodemonstrate the following qualities:
- A supportive and caring manner with children and a belief that all students canlearn.
- The ability to provide an inviting and secure online learning environment forstudents - one with clear expectations, and specific, articulated learning goals;
- Demonstrates initiative and is solution-oriented.
- Willingness to be a leader and to contribute in a positive manner to the entire
- Enjoys the challenge of working in a multi-cultural environment.
- A belief in continuous learning and a desire to continuously improve.
Closing date for applications: This position will remain open until filled.
A current police information check and first aid certificate is required.
While all applicants are thanked for their interest, only those selected for the interviewprocess will be contacted.
- Located in Calgary, Foundations for the Future Charter Academy (FFCA) is the largest public charter school in Alberta, serving over 4000 students in eight campuses throughout the city. We offer educational programming through a distinctive Direct Inst...
