Division 2 Teacher (0.5 FTE) (UNC) - Interim

Elk Island Public Schools; Uncas; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

Elk Island Public Schools seeks an interim, part-time teacher (0.5 FTE) for Division 2, Grade 5 at Uncas Elementary. The role runs from September 21, 2026 to June 29, 2027 and is open to internal and external applicants.

The successful candidate will bring strong classroom management, data-informed instruction, and collaborative mindset. Uncas Elementary serves about 165 students with 10 teachers and six support staff, located in rural Strathcona County, AB.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Education degree is required.
• Valid Alberta Teaching Certificate is required.
• Ability to create a classroom environment where students feel safe, supported, and challenged.
• Experience or familiarity with analyzing data to inform decisions and instruction.
• Strong collaboration and teamwork skills.
• Growth mindset and use of feedback to improve practice.
• Relentless drive to set and achieve personal and professional goals.

Responsibilities

• Teach Grade 5 in a Division 2 (5th grade) classroom.
• Foster a safe, supportive, and challenging learning environment.
• Collaborate with staff and parents to support student growth.

Skills

Organization

Classroom management

Verbal & written skills

Data analysis for informed instruction

Collaboration & teamwork

Growth mindset

Goal setting and drive

Education

Bachelor of Education

Alberta Teaching Certificate

Job description

Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS) is one of the largest school divisions in Alberta, serving the education needs of approximately 17,750 students in 43 schools. Every day, the staff and students of EIPS are encouraged to pursue opportunities to grow and discover their passions in life. We pride ourselves on providing staff and students with the tools to achieve success by offering dynamic programming, current resources, and practical professional learning opportunities.

Position

EIPS is recruiting an interim, part-time (0.5 FTE) Division 2 (Grade 5) Teacher at Uncas Elementary.

Uncas Elementary serves approximately 165 students in kindergarten to Grade 6, with 10 teaching staff and six support staff. The school is located in rural Strathcona County, AB, approximately 20 kilometres east of Sherwood Park, AB.

Uncas Elementary is located in a vibrant, rural community. The school’s mission is to provide a healthy, active environment in which students are encouraged and empowered to take ownership of their learning, with support from parents and staff members.

• Commencing September 21, 2026 and ending June 29, 2027
• Open to internal and external applicants

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Education degree
• Valid Alberta Teaching Certificate
• Effective organization and classroom management skills
• Ability to create a classroom environment where students feel safe, supported, and challenged
• Excellent verbal and written skills
• Experience or familiarity with analyzing data and using data to inform decisions and/or instruction
• Strong collaboration and teamwork skills
• Growth mindset and ability to use feedback to improve practice
• Relentless drive to set and achieve personal and professional goals

Contact: TJ Kennerd, Principal, at 780-922-4025 or email [e-mail]

Elk Island Public Schools appreciates and considers all applications; however, we only contact candidates who are selected for interviews.