Educational Assistant -Home School Liaison

 Posting#: S2604061(S)Posting Date: 28 May 2026Posting Close Date: 04 Jun 2026 12:00 PM (CDT)Category: Educational AssistantType: PERMANENT CONTRACTDescription: Educational Assistant - Home School Liaison   Location: St. Augustine SchoolStart Date: 08 Sep 2026End Date: ContinuousFTE/Hours: 13.75 per week *Please note:  this position is combined with Competition S2604062 EA - Life Skills 2.75 hour.  Applicants are required to apply to both competitions.  *Please note:  this position is combined with Competition S2604062 EA - Life Skills 2.75 hour.  Applicants are required to apply to both competitions. Purpose of PositionThe Educational Assistant - Home School Liaison provides a communication link between Brandon School Division staff, the students, their families and community resources. The primary focus of the position is to record, monitor and follow up on student attendance and related issues on an individual basis.Duties and ResponsibilitiesAre established by the School Principal within the parameters of the job description.NOTE: Positions under the EA classification are subject to change based on student needs.Required QualificationsGrade 12 education or equivalent.Educational Assistant Certificate, Administrative Assistant Certificate (17-20-week program) or at least two (2) years applicable experience as an Educational Assistant or Home School Liaison.Demonstrated ability to follow standardized work methods and processes during day-to-day activities.Demonstrated knowledge of computers and office software for using school attendance systems.Demonstrated effective writing skills are required to prepare correspondence and attendance records.Effective interpersonal and communication skills to work directly with students in a classroom environment, including the ability to motivate, explain and manage potentially difficult or emotional situations, and to work collaboratively with parents, teachers and other staff.Demonstrated ability to effectively apply tact and diplomacy skills in dealing with students and parents.Demonstrated ability to function at the level of knowledge required of the students, e.g. in English, Mathematics, etc.Demonstrated ability to react to changing demands and prioritize work.Strong networking skills to build and sustain relationships between students, families, school staff and community resources, helping the school find a way to best support a child/family.Language of Instruction - as an official language some positions will require French in our Immersion Schools.May be required to provide student transportation (pick up and drop offs) and have prerequisites for this at Prairie Hope High School.Must hold a Class 5 Driver's License.Preferred QualificationsWorking knowledge of relevant Brandon School Division Policies and Procedures.Training and/or certification in First Aid, CPR, Non-Violent Crisis Intervention and Suicide Intervention.Basic understanding of child and adolescent development and behaviour.English as an Additional Language.Your cover letter must clearly indicate how you meet the required qualifications. Permanent CUPE employees presently on staff will be given early consideration, in accordance with COLLECTIVE AGREEMENT.Salary as per COLLECTIVE AGREEMENT.