Pembina Hills School Division invites applications for the position of an Educational Assistant based out Busby Elementary School.
The Division
Pembina Hills School Division provides education to approximately 3600 students in 16 community schools including two Hutterite Colony Schools and two outreach schools. PHSD also provides education to over 10,000 students from within and beyond our borders, through our online school, Vista Virtual School. For more information on our remarkable Division, please visit our website at
The School – Busby School
Busby School (K-6) is located in Busby, Alberta (approximately 40 minutes north of St. Albert). The school’s culture is one of a large family where everyone takes care of everyone else. The school benefits from strong family and community support. “Achieving Excellence – Child by Child – Day by Day – Together”
The Position
The successful candidate must be a self-directed team player who is interested in providing support and encouragement to students with a diversity of learning needs in the classroom. Hours of work will be Monday to Friday, 31 hours per week,following the school calendar. Duties to commence August 27, 2026 and will end June 25, 2027.
Qualifications
- Experience working with students with a range of academic and social needs including challenging behaviours
- Experience working with young children and a familiarity with the principles and practices of inclusion
- Ability to work in a variety of classroom settings and grade levels
- Preference will be given to applicants with an understanding of childhood development
- A clear understanding of the roles and responsibilities of a program assistant
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with students and adults
- Able to work as a member of the school team
- Willingness to collaborate with teachers, support staff, and other professionals
- Enthusiastic and motivated to help students succeed
- SIVA Training would be an asset
- First aid would be an asset
For further information, please contact Daryl Chattargoon (Principal) at 780-349-2464
This competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.
There are inherent risks in the work employees do throughout Pembina Hills School Division (PHSD). All staff are to be prepared to satisfactorily manage the inherent risks encountered in their work. PHSD staff are responsible for advising their Supervisors of unknown risks encountered relating directly to their work. Staff are expected to cooperate in ensuring workplace health and safety in a caring and respectful educational setting.
PLEASE NOTE:
- Your resume should include a list of references with permission for Pembina Hills School Division to contact any or all references.
- Original Criminal Record Check including Vulnerable Sector (dated within one year) must be provided prior to employment.
- Original Intervention Record Check (dated within one year) – issued by Child & Family Services Authority must be provided prior to employment.
- Verification of Education and relative experience is required.
We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those shortlisted will be contacted.
