Regular Assistant - approx. 15.5 hours/week

Horizon School Division is committed to engaging and empowering all learners and prioritizes strong instruction, response to intervention, and wellness.

D.A. Ferguson Middle School is a Grade 6-8 school. Our 33 staff provide educational services to approx. 296 students from the Town of Taber and surrounding area

Hours of work include Monday – Thursday 8:24 a.m. – 11:41 a.m. & Fridays 8:25 a.m. – 12:05 p.m.

The candidate must have a positive attitude and be interested in working closely with students in grades 6-8. Other desired qualities include patience, kindness, commitment, and the ability to adapt quickly in a fast paced environment.

Why Join Team Horizon?

• A division-wide focus on individual, school and division wide health and wellbeing.
• Professional, caring work environments that encourage and support the growth and development of our staff.
• Knowledgeable, genuine, and approachable teammates who support one another to succeed
• Opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of children and youth
• Competitive compensation and retirement package including paid time off and flexible, employer paid, health benefits (for eligible employees)
• Work schedules built upon school calendar - respectful of family time and work/life balance
• Opportunities for carpooling to reduce transportation costs

Horizon is an equal opportunity employer and values inclusion and respects diversity. Please note that applicants must be of legal age (18) to obtain a Criminal Records Check, to include the Vulnerable Sector Check. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals. Further information about the application process may be obtained by contacting Human Services at human.services@horizon.ab.ca. Only those shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.