Aurora School Senior High Teachers

St. Clement's School; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurora Academic Charter School is seeking multiple Specialist Teachers for Grades 8-12 across various subjects. Candidates should have a Bachelor of Education and an Alberta Teaching Certificate. Join a dedicated team and contribute to a supportive learning environment.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package

Qualifications

• Successful teaching experience in grades 8-12.
• Experience in a homeroom environment is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, structured lessons aligned with AACS’s direct instruction model.
• Integrate Indigenous perspectives into teaching and classroom practices.

Skills

Classroom Management

Indigenous Perspectives

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Education Degree

Current 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! We are adding a third campus and have doubled in enrollment over the last 3 years. This is a rare opportunity to join a dedicated team of teachers who have stayed with us for 5-20 years, thanks to our amazing students, parents, and community.

AACS is 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-centered setting, we work closely with families to foster growth and achievement. Our core values—Innovation, Hard Work, Empowerment, Respect, Integrity, Empathy, and Compassion—guide our commitment to nurturing success for every student.

We are currently hiring for multiple teaching positions across all three campuses, from Grades 5 through 12.

Competition: 2024 - 104
Level: Grades 8, 9, 10-1, 20-1, 30-1
POSITIONS: Multiple specialist roles in: Science, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Math, English, Social Studies, Computer Science, Phys. Ed, Music, and French.

Job Details:

• These are probationary positions with the potential to become permanent based on evaluations.
• The successful candidates will be specialists in at least ONE of the above fields.
• Class sizes range from 24-28 students, with a total campus enrollment of 460 students.

As part of our dynamic team, successful applicants will:

• Deliver engaging, structured lessons aligned with AACS’s direct instruction model and a focus on academic rigor.
• Exhibit excellent classroom management skills to foster a confident, accountable, and high-achieving learning environment.
• Integrate Indigenous perspectives into teaching and classroom practices meaningfully.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure instructional continuity, contribute to school initiatives, and uphold shared expectations.
• Build positive relationships with students and families to promote a safe, respectful, and inclusive classroom.
• Embrace and model the school’s core values.

If you are passionate about helping students, seeking an exciting challenge, and want to contribute to building one of the best programs in the province, we encourage you to apply. Please include information about any extracurricular activities you are interested in providing. Aurora School values staff wellness and offers a competitive benefits package, following the provincial limits on teaching and assignable hours.

General Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Education Degree from an accredited institution
• Current Alberta Teaching Certificate (interim or permanent)
• Successful teaching experience in grades 8-12
• Experience in a homeroom environment is beneficial
• Experience teaching Advanced Placement or International Baccalaureate is a plus but not required for high school positions

Supporting Documentation Required:

• Cover letter outlining your vision for improving student learning
• Resume with specific courses taught and previous teaching positions
• Recent performance review
• Copy of Alberta Teaching Certificate (interim or permanent) – required. Applicants without a certificate will not be considered.
• Successful applicants must 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]

Note: Applications will be reviewed as received; however, the final deadline is May 23. Early applications are encouraged. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews, scheduled as applications are received.