DFT27136 - Division 1

Parkland School Division No 70 Centre for Education; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Parkland School Division No 70 Centre for Education in Fort McMurray is seeking a dedicated Teacher - Division 1 for a temporary assignment from September 23, 2026 to June 29, 2027. The position is 1.0 FTE at École Dickinsfield.

The successful candidate will hold a Bachelor of Education, have strong knowledge of the Alberta Elementary curriculum, and design Individual Program Plans while fostering inclusion, equity and differentiated instruction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Education required.
• Proven successful teaching experience in a Division 1 classroom.
• Knowledge of Alberta Elementary curriculum.
• Ability to design and implement Individual Program Plans.
• Commitment to inclusion, equity and differentiated instruction.
• Support for FNMI and ELL students.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate strong communication with parents and colleagues.
• Establish positive connections with students outside the classroom.
• Participate in school community activities and initiatives.

Skills

Classroom management

Inclusion & differentiation

Parent engagement

Community involvement

Collaboration

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Professional growth

Reflective practitioner

Education

Bachelor of Education

Job description

Posting DFT27136

Teacher - Division 1

Temporary: September 23, 2026 - June 29, 2027

Location École Dickinsfield

FTE 1.0

Start Date September 23, 2026

Closing Date Open until Filled

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Education

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

The Ideal Candidate would possess the following background, philosophy, and experience:

• Proven successful teaching experience in a Division 1 classroom.
• Have a strong knowledge of the Alberta Elementary curriculum.
• Have an ability to design and implement Individual Program Plans.
• Have demonstrated the ability to create a classroom characterized by inclusion, equity and differentiated instruction.
• Has demonstrated an ability to support and meet the needs of FNMI and ELL students in the classroom.
• Previous experience in establishing strong positive connection with students outside the classroom (ie. clubs and teams)
• Possess superior organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Exhibit a strong work ethic..
• Be flexible and willing to adapt. Be open to new programs and initiatives.
• Be a reflective practitioner.
• Be willing to participate in the school community beyond the classroom.
• Recognize the importance of promoting the school with parents and in the community.
• Proven ability to build positive and collaborative relationships with students, parents and colleagues.
• Demonstrated commitment to maintaining regular positive communications with parents.
• Have skill in involving parents as partners. (parental involvement).
• Demonstrate a commitment to continuous professional growth.

The successful candidate will be required to provide a criminal record/vulnerable sector check which will be reviewed to ensure suitability of the candidate for the position.

All candidates must hold or be able to obtain an Alberta Teaching Certificate, have knowledge of curriculum and teaching experience at those levels/subject areas and demonstrated interpersonal and classroom management skills

FMPSD may contact past and present employers for references. All FMPSD employees are expected to be computer literate; this includes fluency with e-mail, internet, MS Office, Google mail, docs and sheets.

Only those applications submitted and received by 4 pm on the closing date will be considered for this position.