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

Newmark Colony School

Newmark Hutterite Colony near Wilkie, Saskatchewan, was founded in 2020 as a division from the Rockport Hutterite Colony (Magrath, Alberta, Canada). In 2020 Newmark Hutterite Colony was a Lehrerleut colony. This is a new school in Living Sky School Division opening June 10, 2024, with 11 students from Kindergarten to grade 8.

Summary of Position

This posting is for a Permanent Full-Time Educational Assistant Position at Newmark Colony School, commencing June 10, 2024. 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

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

be 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.