Probationary, Learning Support Teacher

Grande Yellowhead Public School Division; Edson; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Edson, Alberta, is seeking a Learning Support Teacher to foster student-centered learning. The role involves lesson design, inclusive practices, and collaboration with parents. The successful candidate will hold an Alberta Teaching Certificate and a Bachelor’s degree in Education, with a strong commitment to professional development.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities up to $2,500 annually

Health and Wellness Spending Account of $725 annually

Personal leave of 4 days per school year

Sick leave up to 90 days

Family Medical Leave up to 3 days per school year

Bereavement/Critical Care Leave

Deferred Salary Leave Plan

Qualifications

• Possess an Alberta Teaching Certificate or be eligible for one.
• Experience following the Teaching Quality Standard (TQS).

Responsibilities

• Providing instruction to promote high-quality, student-centered learning.
• Designing and preparing lessons based on curriculum.
• Facilitating inclusive educational practices.

Skills

Collaboration

Educational Technology

Assessment for Learning

Education

Bachelor's degree of Education

Job description

Applications Are Invited For The Position Of

Learning Support Teacher at

École Pine Grove Middle School

Position: Learning Support Teacher, Probationary Full-Time

Location: Edson, Alberta

Start Date: Duties to commence August 26, 2025

Hours of Work: 1.0 FTE Monday-Friday

The competition will remain open until: May 22, 2025, at 12:00 pm MST

École Pine Grove Middle School, located in Edson, Alberta, is part of the Grande Yellowhead Public School Division. It is a dual-track (English and French Immersion) middle school with approximately 375 students in grades 6-8.

Role and Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be collaborative, proficient in educational technology, and knowledgeable about assessment for learning. Responsibilities include:

• Providing instruction to promote high-quality, student-centered learning.
• Designing and preparing lessons based on curriculum, employing various teaching methodologies including lectures, demonstrations, and discussions.
• Facilitating inclusive educational practices to maximize opportunities for all students.
• Reviewing and evaluating student performance, knowledge, and skills, and meeting all reporting and assessment deadlines.
• Adhering to provincial legislation, board policies, and division procedures.
• Developing constructive relationships with parents.
• Modeling commitment to professional development.
• Additional comments: This position includes a 0.75 LST assignment with an additional 0.25 FTE teaching component. The specific teaching component will be determined based on the candidate’s strengths and the school’s needs.

Requirements

The successful candidate will:

• Possess an Alberta Teaching Certificate or be eligible for one.
• Have experience following the Teaching Quality Standard (TQS) and infusing literacy across the curriculum.
• Hold a Bachelor’s degree of Education.

Benefits of GYPSD

The division offers strong professional development opportunities, including up to $2,500 annually for professional learning and $725 annually for a Health and Wellness Spending Account.

Available Leaves

• Personal leave of 4 days per school year, with a maximum of 11 days as per the Local ATA Collective Agreement.
• Sick leave, up to 90 days.
• Family Medical Leave, up to 3 days per school year.
• Bereavement/Critical Care Leave.
• Deferred Salary Leave Plan.

Northern Student Teacher Bursary

GYPSD participates in the Northern Student Teacher Bursary program.

A detailed role description is available upon request.

Application Requirements

Please include:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Transcripts
• Evaluations
• Contact information for at least three employment-related references

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. The successful applicant will need to provide a Criminal Record with Vulnerable Sector Check and a Child Intervention Record Check in accordance with Board Policy.