Elementary Teacher (Grade 4 - 6)

Edmonton Catholic Schools; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Edmonton Catholic Schools is seeking a Complexity Teacher to work with classroom teachers to address real-time classroom challenges and support diverse student needs. The role emphasizes in-the-moment problem-solving, modelling effective strategies, and strengthening inclusive practices across the school.

The position involves co-planning and co-teaching, providing immediate behavioural and academic support, and collaborating with the MDT to identify targeted supports while maintaining a strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Education Degree and valid Alberta Teaching Certificate required.
• Experience supporting inclusive practices and real-time classroom problem-solving.
• Experience with English as an Additional Language learners is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Co-plan and co-teach with classroom teachers to address real-time classroom needs.
• Provide immediate support for behavioural, academic, or mental-health concerns.
• Deliver targeted interventions while prioritizing student inclusion.
• Collaborate with MDT to identify and implement targeted supports.
• Complete school-level reporting and documentation as required.

Skills

Collaborative teaching

Co-teaching

Behaviour support

Inclusion

Education

Bachelor of Education Degree

Alberta Teaching Certificate

Job description

Teaching Assignment: Complexity Teacher

Position Status: Regular

FTE: 1.0

The complexity teacher would be working directly with classroom teachers to address immediate classroom challenges and support diverse student needs. This role focuses on in-the-moment problem‑solving, modelling effective strategies, and strengthening inclusive practices across the school.

Key Responsibilities may include

• Co-plan and co-teach with classroom teachers to respond to real‑time classroom complexity and student needs.
• Provide immediate support for behavioural, academic, or mental‑health concerns using effective de‑escalation and intervention strategies.
• Support programming for students who are English as an Additional Language learners.
• Deliver targeted academic or behavioural interventions through whole‑class, small‑group, or individual support while prioritizing student inclusion in classroom environments.
• Collaborate closely with the school’s multidisciplinary team (MDT) to identify, plan, and implement targeted supports.
• Model strategies and engage in shared problem‑solving with teachers and Educational Assistants in complex situations.
• Serve as an additional professional in the building, complementing—not replacing—classroom teachers.
• Complete school‑level reporting and documentation as required.

Interested candidates that have a Bachelor of Education Degree and a valid Alberta Teaching Certificate are encouraged to apply. The following application documents are required:

• Cover Letter and Resume (French Immersion candidates: Submit a cover letter written in French)
• Two (2) Most Recent Teaching Evaluations (Experienced Teachers: Contract Evaluations; New Teachers: Student Teacher Practicum Evaluations)
• Faith Formation Plan (Click link to complete document)
• Two (2) Professional References Letters (Dated within the last two years)
• Baptism Certificate (If applicable)

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

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