Northland School Division

Additional Information:

Northland School Division is seeking a Full-Time Educational Assistant to work with students in grades 10-12 at Chipewyan Lake School. The high school students take classes virtually through Northland Online School.  The kindergarten to grade 9 school is situated along Chipewyan Lake. The lake’s pristine waters are inviting and provide many recreational opportunities. Chipewyan Lake is located 110 km from Wabasca-Desmarais, Alberta.

Major responsibilities include:

• Work with children with varied skill levels, needs and abilities.
• The assignment includes working with students in the classroom, supporting student academics and individualized learning needs, tutorial help and support for English Language Learners. 
• Other educational duties as assigned. 

Assets include:

• Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively and/or independently.
• Cree language proficiency.

Qualifications include: 

• Educational Assistant Certificate or equivalent experience would be an asset.
• Effective communication and the ability to follow plans.
• Ability to support  the students individualized program, modifications, and/or accommodations to their learning. 
• Proficiency in the use of educational technology
• Candidates with a Grade 12 Diploma will be given preference.
• Criminal Record/Intervention check required.

Interested applicants are invited to submit their resumes, including three (3) employer references, to Brittney Lyon, Chipewyan Lake School Principal, at brittney.lyon@nsd61.ca. We appreciate all applicants; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Additionally, please note that selected candidates will be required to provide a criminal record and a child intervention check as part of the application process.