Educational Assistant
Department: Niitsitapi Health Care Aide Program, Main Campus, Standoff, AB
Job Title: Educational Assistant
Term: 2025-2026 Academic Year
Closing Date: Until a suitable candidate is found
Red Crow Community College invites applications for an Educational Assistant position in our Niitsitapi Health Care Aide Program at our Main campus in Standoff, AB. This role supports students through tutoring, course management, and developing learning strategies for student success.
General Job Description:
• Educational Assistant supports the Program Coordinator and Instructors in course development, implementation, and non-instructional tasks throughout the school year. They also keep accurate and complete records of grades, attendance, documentation and general filing for the NHCA program where applicable. Assists in booking elders when required.
• Educational Assistants should be knowledgeable and experienced in inclusive educational environments.
• Educational Assistants apply their skills in instructional settings, focusing on the principles and practices of HCA programming, culturally relevant processes, content and respond to requests promptly.
• Educational Assistants must have strong communication skills, be clear in speech and writing, and possess strong computer literacy skills.
• The Educational Assistant is personable, helpful, and capable of working effectively within a team. They maintain professional relationships with Program Coordinator, Instructors, students, Red Crow Community College staff, and other outside agencies.
• Educational Assistants must be dependable, trustworthy, and uphold confidentiality in all aspects.
• Educational Assistants support the learning experience through culturally relevant methods and content specific to Niitsitapi teachings and language.
• Educational Assistants work within the standards outlined in Provincial Guidelines and Red Crow Community College.
• Work with the Program Coordinator and Instructor(s) to assist students by offering educational support in either a one-on-one or group learning setting.
Qualifications:
• An Educational Assistant Certificate or a related program is preferred.
• A minimum of two years of educational support in an adult educational setting is required. Equivalencies will be considered for candidates with five or more years of work experience in an institutional or academic environment.
• A working knowledge of Blackfoot language and an understanding of Blackfoot culture is an asset. The incumbent will deliver services with respect and understanding of Blackfoot culture by participating in activities that promote Kainayssini.
If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit a resume, copy of credentials, criminal record check, and three professional references to:
Red Crow Community College
Attention: Human Resources Manager
PO Box 1258
Cardston, AB
T0K 0K0
Email: hr@mikaisto.com
**** ONLY COMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED ****
We thank all candidates and will only contact those to be interviewed.