Educational Attendant

Job Description

True North

As the largest post-secondary institution in northern Alberta, Northwestern Polytechnic is a natural point of convergence for knowledge, skills, creativity, and collaboration. Striving to spark and empower success, NWP’s mission is geared towards both individual and collective progress. NWP offers a wide variety of engaging and in-demand academic programs in certificates, diplomas, apprenticeships and degrees. We exist wholeheartedly for the domestic and international students who call our campuses home, the distinctive communities and industries we serve, and the staff and faculty who honour us with their expertise and insights every day. While our potential as one of Alberta’s newest polytechnics is ever-growing, we recognize the importance of having authentic and highly effective contributors by our side. We are currently recruiting individuals who are inspired by opportunity, driven by results, and aligned to NWP’s core values of being responsive, innovative, and connected.

The Role

The Educational Attendant will be called upon to provide in-class and out-of-class support to students who need more complex support in nature and may require hands-on assistance. The specific duties of the role will be dependent on the individual that the incumbent is assigned to work with, but may include:

• Guiding student behaviour/interactions in the class environment

• Assisting the student in setting up personal materials in the classroom for learning

• Assistance with note-taking

• Acting as a reader/scribe for in-class activities/assignments

• Working with the student out of class to assist with comprehension of assignment expectations, organizing and planning of assignments, booking accommodated tests, and obtaining research materials, etc.

This position is a temporary appointment and is anticipated to be up to 10-11 hours per week. Hourly salary ranges from $18.50- $19.50 and is dependent upon experience and qualifications. The duration of this appointment is dependent on the student’s enrolment and attendance.

Applicants must be available to work in person at the Grande Prairie Campus for the following shifts for the Fall 2026 semester:

Winter 2027 Semester required availability is as follows:

Depending on the student's assignment load, an additional 1-3 hours per week may be required outside of the above-noted times.

What We Offer

Finding your fit in one of our specialized schools or departments means a bright future with competitive compensation and unparalleled learning community experiences. If you are looking to transform the post-secondary landscape with polytechnic education, research, and partnerships, Northwestern Polytechnic is your employer of choice.

Job Requirements

The successful candidate will have 2 years of experience working in the Human Service field, with preference given to those with experience in an educational environment supporting individuals with diverse needs. Mental Health First Aid Certification is an asset. Necessary skills and attributes to be successful in this role include:

• Computer and note-taking skills.

  • Proficiency in MS Word and Outlook, as well as Teams Meetings, is an asset

• Problem-solving attitude to approaching issues, while exercising independent judgment and ethical decision-making with a minimum amount of supervision

• Commitment to supporting students' academic success, self-advocacy and independence

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, listening, and judgment skills

• Tact, diplomacy, maturity, and the ability to empathize

How to Apply

Only applications received electronically via the NWP website will be considered.

We review all applications to select candidates whose qualifications and experience most closely meet our needs.

Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted. For general inquiries, please contact HR at [email protected]

Thank you for applying to NWP!