Special Needs Educational Assistant

Help students with complex needs learn and participate through behaviour supports, personal care, and collaborative programming. Work online at Summit Trails Online High School.

Rocky View Schools is hiring a temporary, full-time Learning Assistant for grades 10-12 students. Reporting to the Principal, this position assists learners across classroom, school, and community settings. You will follow teacher directions and individualized plans while supporting health, learning, safety, and independence.

• Reinforce teacher-directed strategies for diverse student needs
• Prepare individualized program materials with teaching staff
• Promote student learning, independence, and peer interaction
• Participate in requested IPP or SSP planning meetings
• Maintain student and personnel confidentiality

• Ability to follow teaching staff plans and directions
• Ability to build rapport with students and staff
• Professional handling of complex and sensitive issues
• Ability to manage stress and adapt to changing situations
• Strong communication, prioritization, and problem-solving skills

Use collaborative planning, positive behaviour supports, and responsive student care to help diverse learners build independence at Rocky View Schools.