Role overview

Northern Gateway Public Schools invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE) Education Assistant at Pat Hardy Elementary School, Whitecourt, Alberta.

Successful candidate responsibilities:

Provide support to students in an inclusive setting
Nurture all students with love, kindness and a commitment to supporting their maximum growth and potential

Preference will be given to candidates who:

have experience, patience and compassion in supporting children with complex needs requiring academic, social-emotional and/or behavioural help in the classroom.
have an understanding of the teaching/learning process
are committed to learn and improve personal skills to meet student needs
are passionate and committed to helping children achieve their full potential
are able to proactively respond to groups of students in a classroom setting
are flexible and able to adapt to changes in their work environment
contribute to a positive team environment
have a Teacher Assistant Diploma or Early Childhood Development Certificate

Start Date:

ASAP

Hours:

6 hours a day/5 days a week

Wage Rate:

$21.05/hour - $30.54/hour depending on qualifications and experience

Application Process:

Email a cover letter and resume, including references, by October 30, 2026, to:

Ms. Anne Martens, Principal

Pat Hardy Elementary School

Phone: 780-778-6266

anne.martens@ngps.ca

If shortlisted, applicants must bring to the interview a Release of Results of Vulnerable Sector Check that is current within three (3) months.

We appreciate all applications, but we will only contact those who are shortlisted.