McKitrick Community School - Educational Assistant Position - REPOST - Temp FT - #4040684

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!

McKitrick Community School

McKitrick Community School has a dedicated team that strives to make a difference in the lives of students as we believe that education is the door to opportunity and that every student can succeed. If you believe in the future of all students and have a passion for influencing the young minds of tomorrow, you will find this is a home in which you can flourish. McKitrick Community School is a Grade 4 Grade 6 school with an approximate enrolment of 170 students, 13 FTE professional staff and 15 support staff. We welcome your interest, please join us!

This posting is for a Temporary Full-Time (1.0) FTE Educational Assistant Position at McKitrick Community School commencing August 26, 2026 and ending June 30, 2027. Educational Assistants are an important part of the school team and promote engagement, participation and success of students. The successful applicant will support core subject areas in both small groups and in the classroom.

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

The Right Person will

• 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 a willingness to work independently
• be positive, enthusiastic and thrive in a team environment.

LSKYSD Benefits

• 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 Principal, Helen Germann at ***email_hidden***.

We thank all interested applicants; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Position will remain open until filled.

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.