Description
Guthrie School, located just minutes north of the cities of Edmonton and St. Albert, sits on CFB Edmonton Garrison military base. It serves Pre-K, Kindergarten, and Grades 1-9, with an approximate total population of 270 students and 50 staff. Guthrie School encourages students to be critical thinkers, engaged in their own learning environment, and creative with their problem solving. Guthrie School gives students the skills and knowledge to reach their full potential. This assignment is subject to change based on operational requirements.
FTE: 1.0 FTE; 6.5 hrs/day; Full-Time Temporary
Initial Assignment: Under the direction of the classroom teacher, the Educational Assistant will work in an elementary classroom.
Qualifications & Experience: Educational Assistant or Early Childhood Diploma or Certificate; experience working with Autistic children is an asset; CPR and First Aid are desirable. Preference given to applicants with experience and training with Autism, Behaviors and Non-Violent Crisis Intervention training. Equivalencies that consist of a combination of education, knowledge, skills and abilities to formal education requirements may be considered.
Hourly Rate: $18.82 - $23.57 per hour, as per the CUPE Collective Agreement.
ABOUT STURGEON PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Sturgeon Public Schools prides itself on doing things a little differently. Our schools are special places, where an open and collaborative relationship with parents and the rural community enhances the quality of our education and sees our students thrive. We support the entire individual, providing diverse specialty programming that inspires and develops each student, while maintaining caring schools that make our youth feel safe, secure, and accepted.
With a strong focus on literacy and a willingness to embrace technology to support learning - our unique approach to education equips students with the right skills, knowledge, and characteristics to succeed in the 21st century.
Should a qualified candidate not be identified, candidates with lesser qualifications could be considered at a lower classification and maybe filled on a temporary basis.
All new employees to Sturgeon Public School Division are required to submit a recent (within 6 months), clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector included (from your local RCMP station) prior to commencement of employment.
Applications for this position will be accepted online ONLY at www.sturgeon.ab.ca/careers
All completed applications received by the deadline will be considered.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
