Kindergarten Educational Assistant - Gateway Christian School
Listed on 2026-09-15
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Education / Teaching
Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional, Special Education Assistant, Elementary School, Special Needs / Learning Disabilities
Educational Assistant - 15 hours weekly
Location:
Gateway Christian School
Commencing as soon as a suitable candidate is found until June 30, 2027
Temporary position replacing a leave of absence.
Gateway Christian School is a Kindergarten to grade 12 Christian Alternative Program in Red Deer Public Schools. The successful candidate will be supporting young learners in Kindergarten classrooms, Monday and Wednesday full days and Fridays half days each week.
Important: Applicants must be prepared to support the philosophy and mission of Gateway Christian School, and to participate fully in a faith-based school environment. Refer to the school website: for a detailed description of the school’s philosophy and mission.
Desirable qualifications and attributes:
- Educational Assistant Certificate or comparable education is an asset.
- Ability to work with students who have special education needs and behaviour challenges.
- Candidate would ideally have experience working with Autism and complex needs
- Comfortable working independently, with minimal guidance.
- Good problem solving skills.
- Toileting and lifting may be required
This competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found and will close without notice once a shortlist has been selected.
Red Deer Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and we welcome applications from all qualified individuals. If accommodations or supports are required for you to attend this interview, please notify us prior to the day of the interview.
We thank all applicants for their interest but advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. A current Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check will be required of new employees.
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