Temporary Part Time Educational Assistant (14 hours / wk)

Peace Wapiti Public School Division (PWPSD) provides service to approximately 6,100 students in Junior Kindergarten through Grade 12 in 34 schools and is one of the largest employers in the Grande Prairie / Spirit River region.

BONANZA SCHOOL is seeking candidates who enjoy working in a student-focused and collaborative environment. Educational Assistants work under the supervision of a certificated teacher.

We invite applications for a Temporary Part-Time Educational Assistant (14 Hours / week). This position supports both the Junior Kindergarten / Kindergarten programs. The assignment for the junior kindergarten program will run from October 2, 2024 to May 28, 2025. The assignment for the kindergarten program will run from September 3, 2024 to June 25, 2025.

Qualifications :

High School Diploma or equivalent

Educational Assistant Diploma is preferred

CPR / First Aid would be considered an asset

Experience working with children in a classroom / organized setting is preferred

You have the ability and willingness to perform required physical tasks, as well as assist with personal care.

You have the ability to meet outside of school hours.

You have the ability to work as part of a team.

Applications should include :

Completed ApplytoEducation profile

Cover letter

Detailed resume

A list of three references (with current contact information)

A current Criminal Record Check (including Vulnerable Sector Check), dated within the last six months, is a condition of employment.

Terms and conditions of employment are outlined in Policy GGG : Personnel Policy for Non-Teaching Staff. Salary is commensurate with education and experience. The salary range for this position is $19.48 / hour to $25.64 hour.

Eligible employees may qualify for a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance your work and family life; including Life Insurance, Extended Disability Benefit, Dental Care, Extended Health Care, and Vision Benefits.

We appreciate and thank you for your application; however, only candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted. PWPSD reserves the right to check references prior to the scheduling of interviews. All questions about this opportunity should be addressed to Kellie Lewis, Director of Human Resources and Labour Relations at [email protected] or by phone at (780) 831-3077.

PWPSD accepts applications for all positions online. All applicants, both internal and external, are required to create a profile and apply for career opportunities as they become available. Once you have successfully applied to a position you will receive a confirmation e-mail, and the job will be listed in your ‘Job Application Log’. If you require technical assistance registering for an account or uploading documents, please call ApplytoEducation at 1-877-900-5627.