Job Order Detail

Description

Living Sky School Division's 28 schools are located in 19 communities. Our schools include PreK-12, elementary, high schools, and alternate schools with a student population of over 5,000 students. Our diverse school population is reflected in a wide variety of programs that exist throughout the schools to meet the guidelines of the Saskatchewan Core Curriculum and local needs of the community.

We believe that all students are capable of achieving success and welcome applications from educational assistants with the same belief. Living Sky School Division welcomes your interest, please apply!

Summary of Position

This posting is for Casual Educational Assistants to fill in vacancies throughout the school year on a call-in basis.  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

Grade 12 or equivalent education
Possess strong communication skills to interact with children and well-developed interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and multi-task.
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.