Developmental Teaching Certificate - Expedited Teaching Pathway

Edmonton Catholic Schools; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group life insurance

Health benefits paid by employer

First-day coverage

Professional learning

Faith-based environment

Job summary

Edmonton Catholic Schools is inviting applications for the 2026–2027 school year from qualified candidates who hold a Developmental Teacher Certificate. Eligible candidates in the final year of an Alberta B.Ed.

program may work as teachers while completing their degree, with interviews conducted throughout the calendar year. All teachers are expected to be Catholic unless they specialize in CTS/CTF, Indigenous languages, music or substitute teaching.

Qualifications

• Final-year B.Ed. students may teach while completing their degree.
• Applicants must hold Developmental Teacher Certificate through TWINS.
• Catholic instruction is required unless applying for specialized areas.

Skills

Developmental Teacher Certificate

Education

Developmental Teacher Certificate (TWINS)

Bachelor of Education (Alberta)

Job description

The Developmental Teacher Certificate allows eligible students in the final year of an Alberta Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) program to work as teachers while completing their degree. It is intended for individuals who plan to teach and have secured or are seeking employment in a teaching role.

Edmonton Catholic Schools is now accepting applications for the 2026–2027 school year from qualified candidates who hold a Developmental Teacher Certificate. Applications are accepted and interviews are conducted for teaching positions throughout the calendar year.

Edmonton Catholic Schools requires all teachers to be Catholic unless specialized in the following areas:

• Career and Technology Studies (CTS) and Career and Technology Foundations (CTF)
• Lived Indigenous Experiences
• Languages (Cree, French, Spanish, and Ukrainian)
• Music (Elementary and Secondary)
• Substitute Teaching

Recognized as one of Alberta's Top 85 Employers, we offer a competitive salary and a generous benefits package, including:

• Group life insurance, extended disability, and health benefits for eligible contract teachers working a minimum of 0.2 FTE
• 100% employer-paid health benefit premiums
• Benefit coverage commencing on the first day of the contract
• Professional learning and growth opportunities
• A collaborative, faith-based work environment dedicated to student success and employee well-being

Interested candidates that have a Developmental Teacher Certificate through TWINS are encouraged to apply. The following application documents are required:

• Cover Letter and Resume (French Immersion candidates: Submit a cover letter written in French)
• One (1) or both Student Teacher Practicum Evaluations (IFX and/or AFX if applicable)
• Faith Formation Plan (Click link to complete document)
• Two (2) Professional References Letters (Dated within the last two years)
• Baptism Certificate (If applicable)

Only applicants that hold a Developmental Teacher Certificate from the Government of Alberta will be considered.

If you are currently obtaining a Developmental Teacher Certificate, are interested in applying, or would like more information about the certificate and eligibility requirements, please review the following fact sheet: https://www.alberta.ca/system/files/ecc-developmental-teaching-certificates-fact-sheet.pdf

For questions regarding this teaching opportunity please contact: [e-mail]

We thank all applicants for their interest in working for Edmonton Catholic Schools. All candidates will receive a response.

Edmonton Catholic Schools is committed to maintaining a respectful and inclusive workplace that welcomes and values candidates from diverse backgrounds.