Description
Cut Knife Community School
Cut Knife Community School has a dedicated team that strives to make a difference in the lives of students as we believe that education is the door to opportunity and that every student can succeed. If you believe in the future of all students and have a passion for influencing the young minds of tomorrow, you will find this is a home in which you can flourish. Cut Knife Community School is a Pre-kindergarten - Grade 12 school with an approximate enrolment of 210 students, 16 FTE professional staff and 11 support staff. We welcome your interest! Please join us!
Summary of Position
This posting is for a Temporary Full-Time Jordan's Principle Educational Assistant Position at Cut Knife Community School, commencing November 18, 2024 and ending June 30, 2025. Hours of work are 6 hours per day, Monday to Friday. Educational Assistants are an important part of the school team and promote engagement, participation and success of students. Educational Assistants support students with intensive needs in five key areas: providing personal care, life skills and experiences, academic assistance, communication, and behavioural support as required by students and directed by teachers.
Qualifications
Minimum Grade 12 education with at least one (1) year relevant childcare experience
Post-secondary certificate from a recognized institution in Early Learning & Childcare, Youth Care Worker or equivalent program would be considered an asset
The Right Person will
genuinely appreciate working with children and demonstrate patience, show empathy, and help make learning fun;
possess strong planning and organizational skills while showing initiative;
have excellent communication skills; and
be enthusiastic and thrive in a team environment.
LSKYSD Benefits
family health coverage;
generous sick leave plan;
school breaks and summers off;
professional development opportunities;
maternity leave top up benefit;
family assistance program;
secure pension plan;
an opportunity to make a difference.
For further information, please contact Principal, Jeremy Murphy at jeremy.murphy@lskysd.ca.
We thank all interested applicants; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Apply prior to 12:00 noon, November 12th, 2024
Living Sky School Division is proudly located on the shared territory of Treaty 6. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace that empowers all employees to reach their full potential and encourages applications from those who will contribute to the diversity of Living Sky School Division. Qualified applicants who are of First Nations or Métis ancestry are encouraged to consider joining our team.
