Aurora School Junior High Teachers

St. Clement's School; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurora Academic Charter School is expanding and hiring specialist teachers for grades 5-12 in subjects like Science, Math, and English. The positions offer a chance to join a dedicated team committed to academic excellence and student growth. Successful candidates will deliver structured lessons and integrate diverse perspectives into their teaching. A competitive benefits package is included.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package

Qualifications

• Successful teaching experience in grades 5-12.
• Experience in a homeroom environment beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, structured lessons aligned with AACS’s direct instruction model.
• Build positive relationships with students and families.

Skills

Classroom Management

Indigenous Perspectives

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Education Degree

Alberta Teaching Certificate

Job description

Specialist Teacher Job Posting

Application Deadline: 4:30 P.M. on May 23, 2025

OPEN COMPETITION
(all qualified candidates are invited to apply)

Aurora Academic Charter School (AACS) is growing again! We are adding a third campus and have doubled in enrollment in the last 3 years. This is a rare opportunity to join a group of teachers who have stayed with the organization for 5-20 years given our amazing students, parents, and community.

We are proud to be a leading choice for families seeking a highly structured and academically enriched education. Our vision is to inspire students through structured and innovative learning environments. Guided by our mission to empower academic excellence in a student-centred setting, we work in close partnership with families to foster growth and achievement. Our core values—Innovation, Hard Work, Empowerment, Respect, Integrity, Empathy, and Compassion —anchor our commitment to nurturing success for every student.

We are currently hiring for multiple teaching positions at all three of our campuses in Grades 5 through 12.

Competition: 2024 - 104
Level: Grades 5-9, 10-1, 20-1, 30-1
POSITIONS: Hiring multiple positions for specialists in: Science, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Math, English, Social Studies, Computer Science, Phys. Ed, Music, OR French

These are probationary positions with the opportunity to become continuous, based on evaluations. The successful candidates will be specialists in at least ONE of the above fields. Class sizes range from 22-28 students, and campuses range from 250-850 students.

As part of a dynamic and growing team, successful applicants will:

• Deliver engaging, structured lessons aligned with AACS’s direct instruction model and a strong emphasis on academic rigour.
• Exhibit excellent classroom management skills by creating a structured learning environment that fosters student confidence, accountability, and high achievement.
• Integrate Indigenous perspectives into teaching and classroom practice in meaningful ways.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure continuity of instruction, contribute to school-wide initiatives, and uphold shared expectations.
• Build positive relationships with students and families, promoting a safe, respectful, and inclusive classroom.
• Embrace and model the school’s core values.

If you are looking for an adventure, have a passion to help students, and want to help build a program that is one of the best in the province, we invite you to apply. Please include information about what extracurricular activities you would be interested in providing. Aurora School has a collective agreement and follows the provincial limits on assignable and teaching time. We believe that staff wellness is a priority, and offer a competitive benefits package.

General Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Education Degree from an accredited institution
• Current Alberta Teaching Certificate (interim or permanent)
• Successful teaching experience in grades 5-12
• Experience in a homeroom environment would be beneficial
• Experience teaching Advanced Placement or International Baccalaureate would be beneficial for high school positions, but is not required

Supporting Documentation Required:

• Cover letter, including vision of improving student learning
• Resume listing specific courses taught and all previous teaching positions
• Recent performance review
• Copy of Alberta Teaching Certificate (interim or permanent) - required. Applicants without a teaching certificate will not be considered
• Successful applicants will be required to provide a recent Criminal Record with Vulnerable Sector Check

Applications and supporting documents can be submitted online or emailed to:

J. Harman, Secondary School Principal
[e-mail]

Applications will be considered as they are received; however, the final deadline for submission is May 30. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply early.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Interviews are scheduled as applications are received.