Job Description

We are accepting applications!

Position:

Educational Assistant (EA)


Split between Pre-K & Mainstream

Location:

Contract Type:

1.00 FTE; Full Time (approximately 30.00 hours per week)

Monday - Thursday: 8:20 AM to 3:20 PM Friday: 8:25 AM to 12:05 PM (Staff will be required to stay longer when training is being held)

Duration of Position:

2025/2026 School Year

Application close date:

As soon as a suitable applicant pool has been established

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Treaty Acknowledgement

We wish to acknowledge Treaty 7 territory - the ancestral and traditional territory of the Blackfoot Confederacy: Kainai, Piikani and Siksika as well as the Tsuu T'ina First Nation and Stoney Nakoda First Nation. We acknowledge the many First Nations, Metis and Inuit whose footsteps have marked these lands for generations. We are grateful for the traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who are still with us today and those who have gone before us. We recognize the land as an act of reconciliation and gratitude to those whose territory we reside on or are visiting.

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ROSEMARY SCHOOL

is hiring!

ABOUT THE POSITION:

We are seeking applications for an Educational Assistant that will divide their time with Pre-K and mainstream students to prepare them for the grades ahead. Everything we do in Grasslands supports student learning and achievement and this position is unique and will require, on a daily basis, an individual with the skill set and understanding to support Pre-K students in their stage of development, as well as, students with mainstream needs.

ABOUT THE SCHOOL:

Rosemary School houses Kindergarten to Grade 12 and has a population of 140 students and 20 teaching and support staff. We offer a well-rounded educational program to students which includes a strong focus on academics. Our facility includes the Rosemary Community Library which gives our students access to a large amount of reading and resource materials. We are proud of our sports program and all students who want to participate have the opportunity to do so. We have an elementary and secondary choir program with students participating in several festivals throughout the year.

We envision responsible learners and citizens, and it is our mission to promote a positive learning environment in a caring and safe community.

ABOUT GRASSLANDS PUBLIC SCHOOLS:

Grasslands is a public school division serving the City of Brooks and surrounding County of Newell, with a student population of about 3,577. We have three elementary school locations within the City of Brooks and seven rural locations throughout the County of Newell in addition to seven colony school locations.

Our Vision:

A community of Learners dedicated to student success

Our Mission:

To provide opportunities that inspire students to achieve and succeed as resilient learners who positively impact their communities.

Our Values:

Collaboration, Integrity, Diversity Equity & Inclusion, Wellness & Resilience, Engagement, Innovation Accountability, and Transparency

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It's great to work at Grasslands!

Up to 92% of benefit premiums paid and effective your first day under contract (extended health & dental, Extended Disability, Group Life, and more)
premium percentage paid is based on hours worked.
Paid Sick Leave, Family Medical Leave, and Personal leave. In this role you will have weekends and summers off, and often have extended time off during holiday seasons, as scheduled on the school calendar. Grasslands Public Schools, has partnerships with the City of Brooks Recreation Services and Anytime Fitness, to offer discounts at the JBS Canada Centre and Anytime Fitness, on memberships and passes, for Grasslands employees and qualifying family members.

To learn more about us please visit:

Grasslands Public Schools website at:

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Job Duties:

support students in instruction as well as with physical, social and behavioral needs; encourage positive interactions between students and staff; work closely and collaboratively with school staff including, but not limited to, classroom teachers and administration; position may include activities such as lifting, transferring, and providing personal care, as necessary; and position may have involvement in student school activities such as swimming or outdoor sports and may require the EA to participate with students.

Ideal candidates skills & abilities:

Strong communication skills; written, verbal and reading. Ability to assist with all subject areas for the grade supporting. Must be able to support students with literacy and numeracy. Excellent problem solving, organizational and multitasking skills. Enjoys working with Pre-K to high school level students. Understanding and appreciation of Grasslands Public Schools mission and values. Able to contribute to a classroom and social environment that put students first by support diversity and inclusion in alignment with Grasslands values. Respect and value all individuals with sensitivity to diversity. Understanding of how the role of Educational Assistant impacts the community. Personal integrity and trustworthiness and able to establish trust and rapport with students and coworkers.

Education and Certifications:

High School diploma experience working with children or other vulnerable populations in an educational, health care, or related setting

Considered an asset but not a requirement:

Post-secondary training in education, as an Educational Assistant, or a related profession would be considered an asset 2 + years working with children or in an education setting would be considered an asset
combination of education and experience may be considered

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Successful applicants will be

required to submit before start date

:

Current Criminal Record Check (CRC) with Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC)

Original document

reported within the

last 6 months of hire date; condition of employment

Applicants

cannot work

before a clear CRC with VSC has been provided and approved

Please take note of the documentation required:

Required to Apply:

current cover letter and resume contacts for three (3) professional references; preferably in an educational and/or professional setting

If Selected for an interview:

(please feel free to provide with your application)


applicable post-secondary transcripts
Please take note of the documentation required:

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Thank you for your interest in being a member of our team at Grasslands Public Schools!

We are looking forward to reviewing the submissions from all who apply and will contact those who are selected for an interview.

Wishing you a fantastic 2025/2026 School Year!

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