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S2627-88 Educational Assistant/Early Childhood Assistant - Ardmore School
@ Northern Lights Public Schools
Ardmore, Alberta
Overview
Northern Lights Public Schools is hiring a full-time (1.0 FTE) Educational Assistant and Early Childhood Assistant for Ardmore School, a K to 8 school of about 110 students in Alberta's Lakeland region. The role splits the day, with mornings as an EA and afternoons as an ECA, supporting students' learning, social, behaviour and personal care needs. The posting states a Monday to Friday schedule and a start as soon as possible.
Responsibilities:
- Support students' educational program, social, behaviour and self-help needs
- Assist with daily program operations, supervision and transitions
- Uphold program philosophy, policies and procedures
- Maintain confidentiality for children, families and staff
- Support developmentally appropriate programming for young children
Requirements summary:
- Level 1, 2 or 3 Early Child Care Certificate
- First Aid Certification
- Experience in early childhood or school-aged care settings
- Effective interpersonal and relationship-building skills
- Knowledge of child development and Alberta Childcare Licensing Regulations
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-03
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-03
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-06
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Education |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | day, evening |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | School |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer low |
| Licences & certifications | Early Child Care Certificate Level 1, 2 or 3, First Aid Certification |
| Background checks | criminal record, vulnerable sector |
| Education | Trade certificate (preferred) |
| Fields of study | Early Childhood Education |
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Northern Lights Public Schools
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Full company description
Northern Lights Public Schools is a K-12 school division located in northeastern Alberta in the heart of the Lakeland region. We provide a variety of education options to families through our 27 schools, including six outreach schools and our new Learning Together Anywhere School which provides families an alternative to in-person classes. We serve approximately 6,000 students located throughout the Lakeland in three major hubs - Bonnyville, Cold Lake, and Lac La Biche - and their surrounding rural communities.
- LinkedIn followers
- 190
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 115
- Reported office locations
- 6006 50 Ave, Bonnyville, Alberta T9N 2N3, CA
- 10220 101 Ave, Lac La Biche, Alberta T0A 2C0, CA
- Other recorded names
- Northern Lights Public Schools
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Northern Lights Public Schools is a K-12 school division located in northeastern Alberta in the heart of the Lakeland region. We provide a variety of education options to families through our 27 schools, including six outreach schools and our new Learning Together Anywhere School which provides families an alternative to in-person classes. We serve approximately 6,000 students located throughout the Lakeland in…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Primary and Secondary Education |
| Company size | 501-1,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Bonnyville, Alberta |
| Organization type | Educational |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 13 |
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Located in Alberta's scenic Lakeland region, Northern Lights Public Schools offers an inspiring place to live and work - with access to abundant outdoor recreation and stunning displays of the Aurora Borealis. Our division is dedicated to student success and well-being, with a strong focus on literacy and numeracy, enhanced learning pathways, and student mental health as division priorities. We are committed to creating safe, caring, and inclusive learning environments where every student can thrive.
Northern Lights Public Schools invites applications for the following position:
S2627-88 Educational Assistant/Early Childhood Assistant - Ardmore School
We are seeking a fullt-time (1.0 FTE) Educational Assistant/Early Childhood Assistant commencing as soon as possible. The role is Monday-Friday, working mornings as an EA and afternoons as an ECA. The assignment includes assisting with student educational program needs including social skills, behaviour skills, self-help and personal care needs. This position requires a compassionate and energetic individual to work in a team environment. Additionally, assisting in implementing the effective day to day operations of the program, ensuring appropriate supervision, smooth transitions, and consistent routines.
Ardmore School is located in the Hamlet of Ardmore with approximately 110 students in grades K to 8.
Preference will be given to applicants who have:
- Level 1, 2 or 3 Early Child Care Certificate First Aid Certification
- Knowledge and experience working in an early childhood or school-aged care setting
- Effective interpersonal and relationship building skills
- Extensive understanding of child development theories and best practices
- Working knowledge of Alberta Childcare Licensing Regulations
- Familiarity with NLPS program philosophies, policies, and operational procedures
- Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving abilities
The Role the Early Childhood Assistant may include:
- Upholding the program's philosophy, policies, and procedures in all daily practices
- Maintaining confidentiality in all matters involving children, students, families and staff
- Supporting the development and implementation of a developmentally appropriate program for young children and students
- Ensuring all children and students are supervised at all times and accounted for during transitions and activities
How to Apply:
Interested applicants are required to create and complete all sections of their portfolio through the 'Apply On-Line' link on our website, in the employment section. Check your 'Job Application Log' to confirm that you have successfully applied. This position will remain open until filled.
The successful candidate will be required to obtain and provide a criminal records check which includes a vulnerable sectors check We thank all interested applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted
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