Educational Assistant - Junior Kindergarten
Oyen Public School
Prairie Rose Public Schools is seeking an Educational Assistant to join the team at Oyen Public School effective for the 2026-2027 school year. Oyen Public School is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Educational Assistant to support students who benefit from a calm, consistent, and encouraging presence throughout the school day. The ideal candidate will build strong, trusting relationships and is committed to helping every student succeed. Responsibilities include providing academic and emotional support, speech support, promoting self-regulation, and fostering independence and confidence. This role requires patience, adaptability, and strong collaboration with teachers, support staff, and administration. Three mornings per week, the successful candidate will be based in the Junior Kindergarten room, and reporting to the School Principal and Supervising Teacher. Responsibilities include assisting our littlest of learners in the development of confidence and competence in all areas of the Junior Kindergarten program, including speaking, writing, and listening skills. Working with both individuals and groups of students, this position will assist in the delivery of the educational program, tracking student data and student progression with the supervising teacher. The Educational Assistant will promote a positive learning environment while respecting the confidentiality of the teacher, students, and parent community.
Qualifications
● High School Diploma ● Education Assistant certificate or equivalent; preferred ● Strong communication skills; both written and verbal ● SIVA trained considered an asset; will provide training as necessary ● Previous experience working with students with complex behavioural needs considered an asset
Terms of Employment
● Monday and Friday, 8:30 am - 3:05 pm / Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, 8:20 am - 3:05 pm ● 31 hours/week, 6.2 hours/day ● August 27, 2026 - June 25, 2027
About Prairie Rose Public Schools:
Prairie Rose School Division is primarily located in the South-Eastern region of Alberta in the communities of: Bow Island, Cypress County, County of 40 Mile, Foremost, MD of Acadia Valley, Oyen, Redcliff and Special Areas, along with two schools in the City of Calgary. The Division consists of 18 public schools, 2 Outreach schools, 2 Alternative Program schools, and 19 Hutterite Colony schools and educates approximately 6500 students. Our Division office is located in Dunmore, Alberta, near the city of Medicine Hat.
Submission Details
Please submit your Resume, including 3 professional references and a completed Reference Release Form to: Deanne Smigelski – Principal, Oyen Public School Email: deannesmigelski@prrd8.ca Phone: 403-664-3733 ext.3001 Interview considerations will begin upon receipt of application. This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. This position will require the successful candidate to present a valid Police Information/Criminal Record Check, including a Vulnerable Sector Search.