Hafford Central School - Educational Assistant Position - Perm FT - JB24250180

Living Sky School Division is looking for a new talent to join us as we reinvent the future of education. We are in an exciting time as we journey towards self-managed teams who are empowered to collaborate, experiment and move student learning forward in an innovative environment. If this sounds good to you, please read on!

Hafford Central School

Hafford Central School is a Kindergarten Grade 12 school with an approximate enrolment of 135 students, an FTE of 9 professional staff and 8 support staff. We are a rural community where family, encouraging creativity and innovation is important to us. We are looking for a committed and caring individual who believes he or she can really make a difference in a childs life. This person will demonstrate honesty, respect and integrity in his or her work with children, families and colleagues and must believe that every child has the ability to become great! We welcome your interest! Please join us!

Our Division is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourages qualified applicants of Indigenous ancestry to apply. We thank all interested applicants; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Summary of Position 

This posting is for a Permanent Full-Time Educational Assistant Position at Hafford Central School commencing August 25, 2025.  Hours of work are 6 hours per day, Monday to Friday.   Educational Assistants are an important part of the school team and promote engagement, participation and success of students. Educational Assistants support students with intensive needs in five key areas: providing personal care, life skills and experiences, academic assistance, communication, and behavioural support as required by students and directed by teachers.

 
Qualifications

• Minimum Grade 12 education with at least one (1) year relevant childcare experience
• Post-secondary certificate from a recognized institution in Early Learning & Childcare, Youth Care Worker or equivalent program would be considered an asset

• genuinely appreciate working with children and demonstrate patience, show empathy, and help make learning fun;
• possess strong planning and organizational skills while showing initiative;
• have excellent communication skills; and
• be enthusiastic and thrive in a team environment.

• family health coverage;
• generous sick leave plan;
• school breaks and summers off;
• professional development opportunities;
• maternity leave top up benefit;
• family assistance program;
• secure pension plan;
• an opportunity to make a difference.                                                                                                                                                                                       

For further information, please contact Tara Welsh, Principal, (306)549-2212 or email tara.welsh@lskysd.ca

We thank all interested applicants; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
 
Apply prior to 12:00 noon, July 09, 2025.
               
Living Sky School Division is proudly located on the shared territory of Treaty 6.  We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace that empowers all employees to reach their full potential and encourages applications from those who will contribute to the diversity of Living Sky School Division. Qualified applicants who are of First Nations or Métis ancestry are encouraged to consider joining our team.