Supply Special Needs Educational Assistants

Edmonton Public Schools

Full/Part Time Other Educational Instruction and Library Occupations
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Location
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Posted
March 12, 2026

Job Description

Position Summary

Supply Special Needs Educational Assistants support children and youth in educational settings who have a wide range of abilities and exceptionalities including autism, significant emotional and behavioural challenges, mental health issues, learning difficulties and physical health concerns.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

  • supporting the instructional, behavioural and social needs of students in an increasingly complex environment
  • assisting with planning, implementing and reviewing individualized program plans
  • adapting or modifying classroom materials to meet the specialized needs of students
  • assisting students to acquire skills in the areas of communication and language development
  • facilitating and encouraging positive interactions between students, staff and the community
  • monitoring student conduct and intervening when students engage in challenging behavi...