Community Options A Society For Children & Families·Edmonton, Alberta
The Educational Assistant supports children with developmental delays within a multidisciplinary team to implement individualized program plans. They are responsible for fostering an inclusive environment, documenting progress, and providing personal care for children in preschool and daycare settings.
Community Options - A Society for Children and Families is dedicated to ensuring every child receives a great start in life. With over 45 years of experience, we provide quality childcare and inclusive support to children and families in the greater Edmonton area, fostering an environment where every child can reach their full potential.
At Community Options, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to thrive.
Based in Edmonton, we are a dynamic non-profit organization dedicated to providing inclusive early learning, childcare, and developmental support for young children and their families. For over 45 years, we’ve championed inclusion, equity, and early intervention, ensuring that developmental delays, or other barriers never stand in the way of a child’s potential.
Through collaborative, child-centered programs and a passionate, multidisciplinary team, we help children build the foundational skills they need to succeed in life, in their own communities, alongside their peers.
Community Options supports the diverse needs of children and families through inclusive early childhood education programs and community initiatives.
Empowered families building inclusive communities.
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As an Educational Assistant (EA), you’ll be part of a multidisciplinary team. Composed of a Coordinating Teacher, Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP), Occupational Therapist (OT), and Physical Therapist (PT) helping the children develop and grow in an inclusive environment.
You’ll support children with developmental delays in preschool and daycare settings, implement individualized program plans (IPPs), and foster positive and respectful relationships with the children, families, and staff.
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Key Responsibilities
Support children with developmental delays in a community preschool and/or daycare programs.
Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team (Coordinating Teacher, SLP, OT, PT).
Assist in creating and maintaining an inclusive early learning environment.
Build supportive relationships with children, families, and centre staff.
Observe, document, and support children’s developmental progress.
Implement IPP recommendations and suggestions made by the multidisciplinary team into daily activities with children.
Open and receptive to feedback and suggestions made.
Provide personal care for children (e.g., toileting, dressing, diapering) as needed.
Participate in mandatory bi-monthly training workshops.
Ability to work outdoors, including times of inclement weather.
Other duties as assigned.
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Why Join Community Options?
You’ll be part of a dedicated team that believes in the power of early support, inclusion, and family-centered care. You’ll enjoy flexibility, professional development opportunities, and the chance to truly make a difference in the lives of children and families across Edmonton. At Community Options, our team is committed to maintaining a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive space. As an inclusive and equitable employer, we encourage and welcome all qualified individuals, including those from racialized, BIPOC, and LGBTQ2S+
Please mention which part of the city you would like to work in your application.
Job Type: Part-time
Maximum of 30 hours per week, with hours being (between 8:30 am and 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday) dependent on placement and location.
$18.50 - $21.50
Expected Start date: 2025-08-25
Thank you to all who apply but only those candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.
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Candidates must hold or be willing to obtain an Early Childhood Educator Certification (Level 1) and possess valid First Aid/CPR certification. Applicants are also required to provide a Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Clearance and a Child Intervention Check.
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