Iron Ridge Secondary Campus is seeking a dedicated and resilient Educational Assistant to provide intensive, individualized support for students with highly complex learning, communication, and behavioral needs. This role requires a calm, confident, and skilled professional who can maintain structure and consistency while supporting students who require supervision, redirection, and personalized programming throughout the school day.
Assignment:
- Full-time 1.0 FTE Educational Assistant position
- Duties to commence as soon as possible and will continue for the remainder of the 2026/2027 school year
Qualifications and/or Assets:
- Experience supporting students and children with behavioralneedswould be consideredan asset
- Experience and/or training as an Educational Assistant
- Ability to support literacy and numeracy
- Use of assistive communication would be considered an asset
- Ability to work with numerous service providers
- Excellent communication skills and strong interpersonal skills
- Calm and patient approach to solving problems
- Willingnessto work in an active, team orientated learning environment
- Ability to demonstrate empathy, compassion and patience.
- Commitment to ongoing professionalgrowth
Note: We thank all applicants for their interest but advise that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Educational Assistant (Competition #S2526-0396) in Blackfalds employer: Wolfcreek
Join our dedicated team at Iron Ridge Junior, Intermediate, and Secondary Campus in Blackfalds, AB, where we prioritise a supportive work culture and employee growth. As a Caretaker, you'll benefit from competitive hourly wages, comprehensive benefits including health spending accounts and pension plans, and the opportunity for on-the-job training. We value respectful relationships and provide a meaningful environment where your contributions directly impact the school community.
