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*Educational Assistant* *Koinonia Christian Schools Red Deer* is seeking Educational Assistants to join our Christ-centred school community for the 2026?2027 school year. Educational Assistants work alongside teachers and school staff to support students academically, socially, emotionally, and behaviourally. This is a rewarding opportunity for individuals who enjoy working with children and youth and want to make a meaningful difference in a Christian school environment. *Responsibilities* Educational Assistants may: * Provide individual or small-group support to students * Assist students with academic learning, organization, communication, and classroom participation * Support students with diverse learning, behavioural, physical, or social-emotional needs * Help students develop confidence, independence, self-regulation, and positive relationships * Assist teachers with implementing individualized learning and support plans * Encourage positive peer relationships and an inclusive classroom environment * Supervise and support students during transitions, recess, activities, field trips, and other school events * Collaborate with teachers, administrators, parents, and other members of the student-support team * Model patience, compassion, integrity, encouragement, and Christ-like character *Qualifications* We are looking for candidates who: * Have a personal Christian faith and are supportive of the mission, values, and Statement of Faith of Koinonia Christian Schools * Enjoy working with children and youth * Are patient, dependable, flexible, and able to build positive relationships with students * Work well as part of a collaborative team * Have strong communication and interpersonal skills An *Educational Assistant Certificate or related education and experience is an asset*, but we also welcome applications from individuals with relevant experience in education, youth work, ministry, disability support, childcare, or other student-support settings. Experience supporting students with diverse learning needs is considered an asset. *Position Details* *Location:* Koinonia Christian Schools Red Deer *Employment:* Full-time and/or part-time positions may be available *School Year:* 2026?2027 *How to Apply* Please submit a resume and brief cover letter outlining your interest in Christian education and any experience you have working with children, youth, or individuals with diverse learning needs. We welcome applications from *recent Educational Assistant graduates, current post-secondary students nearing completion of related programs, and experienced candidates looking for an opportunity to serve students in a Christ-centred educational community.* Pay: $15.00-$20.00 per hour Work Location: In person Location Red Deer , AB Work location On site Salary $ 15.00 to $ 20.00 HOUR hourly Terms of employment Full time Starts as soon as possible vacancies 1 vacancy Source indeed.com #10236517692 Various locations Red Deer, AB