Colony Educational Assistant- Bow Colony School - SY

Position: Colony Educational Assistant- Bow City Colony School - 2026-27 SY
Overview  We are accepting applications for the position of Colony Educational Assistant for Kinder to Grade
3. Assignment involves instructing educational support for kindergarten to grade 3 students.
Position Details  Position:
Colony Educational Assistant
Assignment:
Instructing Educational Assistant for Kinder – Grade 3

Location:

Grasslands (Bow City Colony School, within Grasslands Public Schools)
Contract Type:
Full Time Term; approximately 32.5 hours per week

Schedule:

Monday to Friday, 8:50 AM – 3:15 PM.

Note:

half of Fridays dismiss at 12 PM during the school year.
Duration:
August 25, 2026 – June 29, 2027
Application close date:
As soon as a suitable applicant pool has been established
About the Position  The Colony Educational Assistant, in consultation with the Colony Principal and the Bow City Colony Teacher, will assist with the design of lesson plans for kindergarten to grade three students. Based on these lesson plans, the EA will create student learning activities and manage the classroom environment to facilitate student success. The broader scope suits a candidate with education-related training and experience, who works collaboratively, demonstrates initiative and independence, and is organized, flexible, and adaptable to daily challenges.
About the School  Bow City Colony School is one of seven colony schools in Grasslands. It is located in the County of Newell, approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes outside of Brooks, Alberta. The schools follow their own calendar aligned with community-observed holidays and traditions. Colony schools serve children from the Hutterite community, from kindergarten to Grade 8, focusing on English language development while preserving cultural values.

The community emphasizes hands-on, face-to-face learning with limited use of technology.
Grasslands Public Schools is a public school division serving the City of Brooks and surrounding County of Newell, with about 3,577 students. It operates three elementary schools in Brooks and seven rural locations, plus seven colony school locations.
Our Values and Benefits   Our Vision: A community of Learners dedicated to student success
Our Mission:
To provide opportunities that inspire students to achieve and succeed as resilient learners who positively impact their communities
Our Values:
Collaboration, Integrity, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Wellness & Resilience, Engagement, Innovation, Accountability, and Transparency
Benefit premiums for full-time employees (including Extended Health, Dental, Extended Disability, Life, and AD&D)
Health Spending Account (contracts of at least 5 consecutive months)
Paid Sick Leave up to 15 days per year
Family Medical Leave up to 3 days per year
Paid Personal Leave up to 3 days per year
Partnership with Anytime Fitness for Grasslands employees

Job Duties   Plan and deliver instruction based on student learning needs and develop activities to foster knowledge and skills
Prepare and implement remedial programs for students requiring extra help
Support students in instruction, social and behavioral needs
Encourage positive interactions among students and staff
Collaborate with the Colony Teacher, Colony Administrator, and German Teacher to identify students’ learning needs
Provide a stimulating learning environment that supports growth and potential
Communicate student progress and meet with parents as required
Participate in meetings and in-service training
Maintain a clean and organized classroom and materials
Participate with students in school activities such as outdoor sports
Ideal Candidate   Strong written, verbal, and reading communication skills
Ability to assist with all subject areas
Strong organizational and time management skills; ability to prioritize multiple demands
Excellent problem solving, multitasking, and collaborative skills
Flexible and able to work independently or as part of a team
Commitment to Grasslands Public Schools’ mission and values; supports diversity and inclusion
Respect and value all individuals with sensitivity to diversity
Understanding of how the Educational Assistant role impacts the community
Personal integrity and ability to establish trust with students and…