The Educational Assistant will support students in Grades 1 to 9 with complex medical needs in the Elevate Medical Support Classroom. Working under the direction of the classroom teacher and learning coach, the successful candidate will provide flexible support that encourages students’ independence and development.

Responsibilities

• Support students with significant medical needs in collaboration with the learning coach and LPN.
• Implement medical plans, recognize warning signs and triggers, and respond appropriately to emergencies and medical situations.
• Maintain students’ dignity and privacy.
• Build effective working relationships with teachers, parents, and the community.
• Collaborate with educational support teams and therapists, including speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, and behavioural consultants.

Schedule

Approximately 16.25 hours per week during the school year. The schedule is either weekday mornings, Monday to Friday, or full days Tuesday and Wednesday and a half day Thursday.

Qualifications

Experience supporting students with a range of physical, cognitive, social, and emotional differences is required. Relevant experience may include supporting students with autism spectrum disorder, trauma, Down syndrome, complex medical needs, intellectual delays, ADHD, and self-care needs. An Educational Assistant Certificate or Diploma is preferred; a high school diploma with at least one year of full-time post-secondary study also meets the stated Pay Grid Level II qualification. Experience with Grades K–6 is preferred.

A satisfactory Criminal Record Check completed within the last six months is required before starting. Applications are accepted through the Foothills School Division careers page. Only applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted.