Temporary Part-time Learning Assistant
Rocky View Schools
- Langdon, Alberta, Canada
- Langdon, Alberta, Canada
Über
As a rapidly growing school division in Alberta, Rocky View Schools (RVS) supports the educational needs of more than 29,000 students from Kindergarten to Grade 12 in 53 schools to ensure they learn, belong and succeed.
RVS is situated on the traditional territories of the Treaty 7 region of Southern Alberta including the Siksikaitsitapi (Siksika, Kainai, Piikani, Amskapi Pikuni), the Tsuutina, the Îyâxe Nakoda Nations (Bearspaw, Chiniki, Goodstoney), and the Rocky View Métis District.
Our team is committed to creating positive, safe and inclusive environments for students to learn and for staff to work together. RVS encourages applications from individuals who can help shape and embody our core values of Leadership, People, Community and Innovation, and support our vision that RVS is a world-class learning organization where all students achieve their absolute best.
The Opportunity
RVS invites applications for a temporary, part-time (15 hrs/wk) Learning Assistant position at Langdon School starting February 23, 2026, to June 26, 2026.
Langdon School is located in the Town of Langdon and serves students from grades K-9. For more information regarding this school, please visit their website at
The Learning Assistant plays a vital role in supporting the diverse needs of learners within the classroom, school, and community settings throughout Rocky View Schools (RVS). Reporting to the Principal, the Learning Assistant collaborates with teachers to adapt and implement programs for students with complex needs, with a focus on promoting their health, learning, and independence.
Responsibilities Include
Provides assistance to students as identified in their individualized plans including those students who require additional types of supports such as personal, medical care, lifts, transfers and safety needs
Implements and reinforces strategies as directed by the teacher(s) and identified in various student plans.
Records observations and collects other data on behavioral challenges to be used to help guide and support positive behavior strategies for students
Participates in collaborative planning meetings for student planning as requested
Provides assistance with preparation of individualized program materials under the direction of the teacher
Actively promotes student learning, belonging and independence
Assists students with their emotional and behavioural regulation, including students who may display violent or aggressive behaviours in accordance with student plans
Respects confidentiality and maintains privacy of information related to students and personnel
Supports students with routine personal care activities and routines of daily living, including but not limited to toileting, lifts, transfers, movement, personal hygiene, eating, drinking, and feeding
Assists in exercising, adaptive physical education, range of motion programs and fine and gross motor skills development as directed by a specialist and monitored by a teacher
Supports students' medical needs as directed, including assisting the student with transfers, tube feeding and managing tracheotomy needs, oxygen, catheterization, administration of prescription medication, and other routine medical requirements
Education/Experience
Educational Assistant Certificate or a certificate/diploma in a related field
Training in preventative/de-escalating behaviour, or willingness to become certified
Minimum one (1) year experience working with students with challenging behavior and applying positive behavior supports is considered and asset
CPR/First Aid Certification or willingness to become certified is considered an asset
An equivalent combination of Education and Experience may be considered
Knowledge And Skills
Demonstrated ability to carry out the plans and directions of teaching staff to assist students
Ability to build and maintain rapport with students and staff
Ability to adapt to dynamic situations, while successfully managing a high level of stress
Ability to remain calm and responsive to students in highly elevated emotional states of disregulation
Ability to work effectively in collaborative team settings
Demonstrated ability to deal with a variety of complex and sensitive issues professionally and in a timely manner
Excellent multi-tasking, prioritization, and problem-solving skills
Working knowledge of child development
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and web-based applications
Rocky View Schools Benefits
6% vacation pay
As this is a temporary position there is no employer paid sick time, pension, or benefits
Rocky View school employees who are ineligible for employer paid benefits may access the supplemental benefits package at their own cost.
Professional development and training opportunities
Free parking
Pre-employment Requirements
The successful candidate must submit a current Criminal Record with Vulnerable Sector Check within 30 days of the start of your employment
Ability to perform required physical tasks on a day-to-day basis
Proof of qualifications/education as required by the position
Applicants must provide a professional letter of reference, attached to the job application, from their most recent supervisor, relevant to the job opportunity, written on company letterhead, signed and dated within the past 18 months.
How To Apply
We request all applications be placed through . Applications must include your cover letter, resume, proof of qualifications and a professional letter of reference.
Please submit your application by February 20, 2026, at 4:30 pm MST quoting job code #
Rocky View Schools
Human Resources
We appreciate and consider all applications; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be contacted via email or by phone for an interview. Please ensure your online profile information is up to date so there is no delay in contacting you.
Sprachkenntnisse
- English
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