Description
Temporary Kindergarten 0.5 Educational Assistant
West Meadow Elementary School
West Meadow Elementary School located in Claresholm, Alberta is seeking to employ the very best school-based staff in Alberta! We believe in a team approach to learning that creates a safe and caring, student-centered environment where everyone is encouraged to achieve to their highest capabilities. If you believe in contributing to a supportive caring learning environment for students, we are looking for you to join our team. This temporary EA position will commence as soon as possible and will end on June 26th 2026.
The successful candidate will have knowledge of child development and the importance of play. The successful candidate will understand and follow Early Learning and Child Care Licensing Regulations.
The successful candidate will have:
- Level 1 Early Childhood Educator or higher or willingness to complete funded certification
- Current Police Information Check with a Vulnerable Sector Search
- Current Intervention Record Check
- Knowledge of child development and experience working with children ages 5-12 years old.
- Responsibilities may include toileting and/or diapering
- Provide a play-based learning environment guided by “Alberta's Early Learning and Care Framework”
- Work within the Elementary School to provide an inclusive environment.
- Work collaboratively with the Early Learning Coordinator and the school principal/ designate.
- Local knowledge and experience with culture and traditions
- Ability to build positive relationships with children, parents and staff
- Have a willingness to participate in professional learning activities
- Have strong written and verbal communication skills
- Valid First Aid certificate is an asset
We thank all applicants for their interest in this position; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. For further information, please contact Dean Heck, Principal or Heather MacDonald, Assistant Principal at 403-625-4464. Apply online at . This competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.
By virtue of the submission of an application, the applicant agrees that the principal or designate can contact previous employers for the purpose of conducting confidential reference checks whether or not the applicant has listed a reference for that employer.
Mr. Richard Feller, Deputy Superintendent
Livingstone Range School Division
P.O. Box 1810
Fort Macleod, AB T0L 0Z0
