Casual Educational Assistant

Edmonton, AB, CA, Canada

Job Description

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Edmonton Catholic Schools is a large urban school division whose mission is to provide a Catholic education that inspires students to learn and that prepares them to live fully and to serve God in one another. The Division is comprised of over 50,000 students and 5,000 employees in 95 schools plus other sites.


Casual Educational Assistant


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Requisition ID

: 10495

Hours Per Week

: Varies


Position

: New

FTE

: Varies


Department

: Staff Replacement - EducAsst

No Months Per Year

: 10


Position Status

: Casual

Employee Group

: Non


Rate of Pay

: $21.54 per hour

Posting Closing Date

: 10/6/25


Edmonton Catholic Schools is accepting applications for casual Educational Assistant positions for day-to-day assignments in various schools/ sites throughout the Division. This is a casual position with no guaranteed hours. However, all casual hires are eligible to apply to internal temporary or permanent positions.

The job works as part of a multi-disciplinary team to assist students in learning and developing skills in the areas of socialization, communication, and behavior. The job also provides general support in the classroom.

Job Responsibilities:

Assist the teacher with planning, preparing, and implementing programs to meet student needs Organize classroom materials, activities, equipment, and programs Assist the multi-disciplinary team with the implementation of developmental strategies Behaviour management Provide a range of personal and physical care Assist co-workers during peak periods and absences

Qualifications:

High School diploma plus certificate/diploma in an area related to early childhood education or special needs education, plus one year directly related experience, or an equivalent combination of experience and qualifications Knowledge of intervention techniques and strategies, first aid, CPR, and administering medication Knowledge of Microsoft programs, including Word, Outlook, and the internet The ability to communicate with sensitivity, diplomacy, and tact is essential Ability to effectively communicate in the English language, both oral and written, with the ability to develop and maintain communication with students, teachers, and specialists Ability to travel to sites within Edmonton Fluency in French, Spanish, Ukrainian, or knowledge and understanding of the Cree language and culture, is an asset.


Individuals fluent in French, Spanish, Ukrainian, or who demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of the Cree language and culture are encouraged to apply. Language programming within the Division includes:French Immersion programming at twelve (12) sites, Nehiyaw Pimatisiwin Cree Language and Culture programming at six (6) sites, Ukrainian Bilingual programming at four (4) sites, Spanish Bilingual programming at seven (7) sites.




Edmonton Catholic Schools is committed to maintaining a respectful and inclusive workplace that welcomes and values candidates from diverse backgrounds. We hire employees of all faiths for non-teacher positions.


As a Catholic School Division receiving public funding, our schools and departments are imbued with our Catholic Faith. Candidates are expected to exhibit respect and sensitivity towards our Catholic beliefs and practices embraced by both students and staff.




Edmonton Catholic Schools offers a comprehensive benefits program based on contract status as part of its total compensation package.



Before employment, successful candidates will be required to submit a Police Information Check and Intervention Record Check dated within six months of hiring.



Due to the high volume of applications received, only qualified candidates who are shortlisted will be contacted.

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD2860741
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Edmonton, AB, CA, Canada
  • Education
    Not mentioned