Educational Assistant

St. Mary's Catholic/Fort Vermilion Public School is hiring an Educational Assistant for the 2025-26 school year.

The Educational Assistant is part of a school team effectively supporting students in the Divisional priorities of Numeracy, Literacy, and Connectivity. Educational Assistants work with students in classrooms, individually, and in small groups as directed by School Administration.

This position is to provide special needs support. Duties are assigned according to student needs and may change at any time.

Schools within the Fort Vermilion School Division follow an inclusive education model. Students with diverse learning needs are included within the regular classroom setting wherever possible. Targeted and specialized supports and services are provided as required by individual students either within the regular classroom or in a specialized setting.

Start Date: August 27, 2025

End Date: June 8, 2026

EA Hours: 32.5 hours per week

Preferred Qualifications:

• Grade 12 Diploma
• Educational Assistant Certificate or equivalent
• Knowledge or understanding of the following: mathematics at the k-9 grade levels, the science of reading, and social emotional supports for children
• Experience working with students in a school setting
• An ability to work collaboratively with school staff and parents in a confidential manner
• Evidence of successfully passing the Police-Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC)
• Evidence of successfully passing the Alberta Children’s Services Intervention Record Check (IRC) if you have/had children

Salary & Benefits:

• Salary is dependent upon qualifications and experience
• Benefits will be provided after 90 calendar days of employment

Application must include: a cover letter, resume, and a minimum of 2 references

Vulnerable Sector Check & Intervention Record Check:

• The VSC dated within 6 months, may follow your application, and must be presented as a condition of employment
• The IRC dated within 6 months, may follow your application and must be presented as a condition of employment only if it is applicable to you
• Record Check - VSC & IRC information can be found at www.fvsd.ab.ca

Email Application to: [email protected]

Deadline: Open until filled