Job Description

Join Our Team at Lakeland Catholic School Division

Student Assistant (Educational Assistant)

Full-Time (1.0 FTE) | Ecole Dr. Bernard Brosseau Middle School

Bonnyville, Alberta | 2025-2026 School Year

Lakeland Catholic School Division is currently seeking a full-time Student Assistant to support students at

Ecole Dr. Bernard Brosseau Middle School

in Bonnyville, AB for the 2025-2026 school year.


Serving students in Grades 5 to 8, this position requires a skilled and compassionate professional with a strong background in supporting adolescents--particularly those with behavioural needs, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), or other complex challenges.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide direct support to students with diverse learning needs in classroom and individual settings Implement behavioural support strategies aligned with student support plans Assist with emotional regulation, engagement, and independence skills Work collaboratively with teachers and inclusive education teams in a Catholic school setting Maintain student dignity and a safe, respectful learning environment

Required Qualifications:

Minimum Level 1 Early Childhood Educator (ECE) Certification or willingness to obtain (Level 2 or 3 preferred) Demonstrated experience supporting students with complex learning needs Strong working knowledge of behavioural strategies and intervention techniques Ability to maintain professionalism and emotional regulation in dynamic situations Alignment with the values and mission of Catholic education

Additional Assets:

NVCI (Nonviolent Crisis Intervention), First Aid, or similar certification (or willingness to obtain) Familiarity with assistive tech and alternative learning tools Strong interpersonal, documentation, and teamwork skills French language skills are considered an asset, but are not required for this position

How to Apply

Applications for this posting will be accepted through ApplytoEducation.com or via email to . We ask that applicants prepare both a cover letter and resume, complete with the names and phone numbers of at least three current work-related references. Cover letters can be addressed to Kayla Collins, Manager of Human Resources, Lakeland Catholic School Division.

This position will remain open until a suitable candidate has been found.


The successful applicant will be required to provide a criminal record and vulnerable sector check . By submitting an application, applicants consent to Human Resources contacting previous employers to conduct confidential reference checks, whether or not those employers are listed as references.

While we appreciate the interest of all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.