Posted 18 days ago
Educational Assistant - Complex Behavior & Inclusion
@ Prairie Land School Division
Hanna, Alberta
Overview
Prairie Land Public School Division is hiring a Specialized Educational Assistant at J.C. Charyk Hanna School in Hanna, Alberta, for 30 hours per week starting as soon as possible. The role gives individualized support to students with complex behavioural, social-emotional, communication and learning needs in an inclusive classroom. Experience with neurodivergent students and an Educational Assistant Certificate or equivalent education and experience are expected.
Responsibilities:
- Provide individualized support to students with complex behavioural and learning needs
- Support student regulation, independence and communication
- Facilitate successful transitions and monitor student progress
- Respond to challenging situations using positive, evidence-informed practices
- Collaborate with teachers, administration and student support staff
Requirements summary:
- Experience supporting students with complex behavioural and learning needs
- Experience with neurodivergent students
- Educational Assistant Certificate or equivalent education and experience
- Strong communication, observation, problem-solving and teamwork skills
- SIVA and/or NVCI training is an asset
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-20
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-20
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-06
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Social & community services |
| Hours per week | 30 |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | School |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Educational Assistant Certificate |
| Background checks | criminal record |
| Education | Trade certificate (preferred) |
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Prairie Land School Division
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 25 |
EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANT
COMPLEX BEHAVIOR AND INCLUSION
J.C. CHARYK HANNA SCHOOL
Competition #PLSD-2291
This position is currently posted internally to CUPE employees for 5 working days until 4:30 p.m.October 27, 2026as per the CUPE Local 5829 Collective Agreement.
J.C. Charyk Hanna School, Hanna, Alberta
30 hours per week | Start Date: As Soon As Possible
Prairie Land Public School Division is seeking a compassionate, skilled, and student-centered Specialized Educational Assistant to join the team at J.C. Charyk Hanna School. This position provides individualized support to students with complex behavioral, social-emotional, communication, and learning needs within an inclusive school environment.
Working collaboratively with classroom teachers, school administration, and student support personnel, the successful candidate will help students develop self-regulation, independence, communication skills, and positive engagement in learning. This role requires a proactive and relationship-based approach to supporting student success while fostering meaningful participation in both classroom and school activities.
The ideal candidate will have previous experience working with neurodivergent students and be comfortable implementing individualized strategies to support student learning, behavior, and social-emotional development. Responsibilities include supporting student regulation, facilitating successful transitions, encouraging independence, monitoring progress, and responding appropriately to challenging situations using positive and evidence-informed practices.
Applicants should possess an Educational Assistant Certificate or a combination of relevant education and experience. Strong communication, observation, problem-solving, and teamwork skills are essential, as is the ability to remain calm, flexible, and solution-focused in a dynamic school environment. Experience supporting students with complex behavioral and learning needs is required. Training in SIVA and/or Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) is considered a strong asset, as is knowledge of trauma-informed practices, positive behavior supports, and inclusive education.
This is an excellent opportunity for an Educational Assistant who is passionate about supporting diverse learners and making a meaningful difference in the lives of students.
Please send cover letter and resume.
Competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.
Thank you to all applicants, but only those who will be interviewed will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to provide a Criminal Record Check and Child Intervention Check satisfactory to PLRD prior to commencement. Please quote competition number on application.
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