Educational Assistant (Junior Kindergarten) - Temporary - Part-time and VariousLocations

Foothills School Division is currently seeking Educational Assistants to assist in the Junior Kindergarten program. Position locations are to be determined, but will be assigned to one of our schools offering Junior Kindergarten programming: Spitzee School, Ecole Joe Clark School, Big Rock School, École Percy Pegler School and Heritage Heights School.The part-time positions vary from 13 hours per week to 26 hours per week and are scheduled according to the various program's format. Most programs are scheduled either Mondays and Wednesdays, or Tuesdays and Thursdays.The successful candidates will have the ability to work and play with our junior kindergarten children to celebrate day to day achievements while keeping Individual Learning Plan goals in mind. The ability to foster a safe and caring learning environment is essential for our youngest students. The establishment of a good working relationship with parents and community is also critical. A strong background and expertise in working with students with a wide range of physical, cognitive, social and emotional differences, as well as personal assistance in toileting may be required. Preference will be given to candidates that have experience working with children who have Autism and an Educational Assistant Certificate.Please upload your cover letter, resume that includes 2-3 references that we may contact.Applications accepted via our careers page only. We appreciate and consider all applications, but only those applicants selectedfor further consideration will be contacted.