Posted 2 days ago
Substitute Educational Assistants
@ Grande Prairie Public School Division
Grande Prairie, Alberta
Overview
Grande Prairie Public School Division is hiring substitute educational assistants on a casual part-time basis at $20.54 per hour plus vacation pay. The work supports students under a certified teacher's supervision, including behaviour management, curriculum support, social skills, personal care and physical assistance. Working hours are 8:00am to 3:30pm, and applications stay open until suitable candidates are found.
Pay:
$20.54 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Assist students under a certified teacher's supervision
- Support behaviour management and curriculum implementation
- Help with social skills development and personal care
- Provide physical assistance to students
Requirements summary:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Educational Assistant Diploma with CPR/First Aid preferred
- Experience with children in organized settings preferred
- NVCI training preferred
- Experience with challenging behaviours an asset
- Ability to perform required physical tasks and personal care
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Source and dates
Job-board feed · applytoeducation
- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-04
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-16
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-07
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Social & community services |
| 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 Diploma, CPR, First Aid, NVCI |
| Background checks | criminal record, vulnerable sector |
| Education | High school (required) |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off |
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Grande Prairie Public School Division
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We are a learning community of 18 schools providing K-12 education where ‘every student succeeds!’
Full company description
The Grande Prairie Public School Division is a learning community in the city of Grande Prairie responsible for the education of over 8,400 students (preschool to grade 12) in 18 schools. The Grande Prairie Public School Division is proud to provide a variety of Preschool, French Immersion, Montessori, Christian Education, sports-focused and International Baccalaureate Programs serving to students and parents of the Grande Prairie community. GPPSD believes in creating a nurturing environment where “Every Student Succeeds.” To learn more, visit https://www.gppsd.ab.ca and follow GPPSD2357 on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
- LinkedIn followers
- 825
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 252
- Reported office locations
- 10127 120 Ave, Grande Prairie, Alberta T8V 8H8, CA
- Other recorded names
- Grande Prairie Public School Division
- Specialties
- French Immersion
- Montessori
- International Baccalaureate
- Trades
- Christian Education
- Kindergatren
- and Preschool
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
The Grande Prairie Public School Division is a learning community in the city of Grande Prairie responsible for the education of over 8,400 students (preschool to grade 12) in 18 schools. The Grande Prairie Public School Division is proud to provide a variety of Preschool, French Immersion, Montessori, Christian Education, sports-focused and International Baccalaureate Programs serving to students and parents of…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Primary and Secondary Education |
| Company size | 501-1,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Grande Prairie, Alberta |
| Organization type | Educational |
| Year founded | 1911 |
| Specialties | French ImmersionMontessoriInternational BaccalaureateTradesChristian EducationKindergatrenand Preschool |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 8 |
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Grande Prairie Public School Division
Invites applications for:
SUBSTITUTE EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANTS
COMPETITION NUMBER: C2627-002
Applications will be accepted until suitable candidates are found.
Substitute Educational Assistants work under the supervision of a certified teacher who retains responsibility for the planning, instruction, supervision, and evaluation of students. As a casual employee, you will assist students in optimizing their learning potential within a variety of educational settings. This support may include behaviour management, curriculum implementation, social skills development, personal care, and physical assistance.
Hourly Rate: $20.54 per hour plus vacation pay.
When filling temporary contracts within the Division, priority consideration is given to individuals currently working as Substitute Educational Assistants.
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Educational Assistant Diploma with CPR/First Aid preferred
- some experience working with children in an organized setting preferred
- preference will be given to those with NVCI training
- experience working with students who exhibit challenging behaviors is an asset
- ability and willingness to perform required physical tasks, as well as assist with personal care
Applications should include:
- completed Apply to Education profile
- cover letter
- detailed resume
- three references with current contact information
- availability (working hours are between 8:00am -3:30pm)
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. GPPSD reserves the right to check references prior to scheduling interviews.
Grande Prairie Public School Division accepts applications for all positions online. All applicants, both internal and external, are required to create a profile and apply for career opportunities as they become available. Once you have successfully applied to a position you will receive a confirmation e-mail, and the job will be listed in your ‘Job Application Log’. If you require assistance registering for an account or uploading documents, please call 1-877-900-5627.
A current Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Check and Child Intervention Record Check must be provided as a condition of employment.
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