Elementary School Teacher

Required and Necessary: Alberta Teachers Certificate (interim or permanent), for more info:

Qualifications

• A graduate of Bachelor of Education-Elementary (BEd);
• Valid Alberta Teachers Certificate (current interim or permanent certificate);
• A cleared Criminal Record Check with a Vulnerable Sector Check (not dated more than six months before the starting date) and Child Intervention Record Check;
• Current First Aid certificate (nice to have but not mandatory).

Responsibilities

• Reports to and carries out directives from the Head of School/IB PYP Coordinator and translates yearly curriculum concepts and goals to lesson plans and activities.
• Proficient in the Alberta Program of Studies (new curriculum), demonstrated proficiency in STEAM, and willing to learn or receive training in the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP).
• Plans and implements learning activities that are developmentally appropriate for the children in the program and in accordance with the school’s philosophy, values, and curriculum objectives.
• Engages young learners through various instructional materials, meets educational goals per trimester, and adheres to the school’s academic standards.
• Take leadership in assessing children’s needs and safety indoors or outdoors (playground/nature discovery walks).
• Maintains accurate and complete student attendance records, progress reports, and incidents.
• Promotes open communication and works cooperatively as a valued team member.
• Maintains the school’s educational climate and working environment that encourages, supports, and actively contributes to outstanding student learning outcomes, parent engagement, and teachers’ professional development.
• Perform other additional duties as required.

Please send your resume, cover letter, and relevant documents to ***email_hidden***. We thank you for your interest, but we will contact only those candidates selected for an interview.