Full-time Elementary School Teacher

Buffalo Trail Public Schools; Village of Amisk; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading school in Alberta is seeking a passionate Full-time Elementary School Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. Ideal candidates will nurture young learners' development in a supportive environment. Applicants should have a valid Alberta Teaching Certificate and experience in differentiated instruction. The role emphasizes community engagement and collaboration among staff.

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching Division I students.
• Committed to ongoing professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Develop early literacy and numeracy skills.
• Foster a positive, inclusive classroom environment.

Skills

Differentiated Instruction

Interpersonal Skills

Technology Integration

Education

Alberta Teaching Certificate

Tools

Google Suite

Job description

Join to apply for the Full-time Elementary School Teacher role at Buffalo Trail Public Schools.

Buffalo Trail Public Schools is committed to maximizing student learning in a safe and caring environment supported by a highly effective team.

Buffalo Trail Public Schools is excited to offer a full-time temporary Grade 1 teaching opportunity at Amisk School in Amisk, Alberta for the 2025–2026 school year. This position is ideal for an educator passionate about early childhood learning and committed to nurturing the social, emotional, and academic development of young learners.

The successful candidate will demonstrate alignment with the Alberta Teaching Quality Standard, particularly in inclusive learning environments, foundational literacy and numeracy, and engaging pedagogy that reflects the needs of primary-aged students. If you are eager to make a positive impact in a small, community-focused school, we encourage you to apply.

Specific Position Details

• Start Date: August 25, 2025
• End Date: June 26, 2026
• Location: Amisk, AB
• Subject Areas: Grade 1 generalist
• FTE: Full-time
• Contract Type: Temporary

Specific Position Duties

• Demonstrated training or experience in teaching Division I students, focusing on developing early literacy and numeracy skills.
• Experience and/or training in differentiated instruction to support a wide range of learners, including students with complex needs.
• Ability to foster a positive, inclusive, and developmentally responsive classroom environment that supports student well-being and engagement.

Qualifications And General Duties

• A valid Alberta Teaching Certificate
• Experience working with Google Suite
• A dynamic, student-centered educator committed to maximizing learning in a safe and caring environment
• Demonstrated experience with Assessment for Learning strategies, including formative assessment, differentiated instruction, and varied summative assessment practices
• Proven ability to use technology to enhance instruction and student engagement
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues, and dependable with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate in a team setting
• Committed to ongoing professional growth and reflective practice in alignment with the Alberta Teaching Quality Standard
• A willingness to contribute to school-wide initiatives and extracurricular activities is considered an asset

Amisk School is a small rural school serving students from ECS through grade 3. Our school fosters a close-knit community that believes in nurturing and developing the whole child. Primary learning is our focus, encouraging students to grow in all aspects. Our staff collaborates well to maximize student learning and experiences.

Located in the Village of Amisk, our school serves the communities of Amisk, Hughenden, Czar, and Metiskow. The area offers facilities for skating, curling, bowling, golf, libraries, a dance academy, and community halls. Nearby Shorncliff Lake Park provides recreational boating and swimming in summer, and snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, and wildlife viewing in winter. Housing is available at reasonable rates, with a short drive to Hardisty and Wainwright.

Applicant Requirements

• A cover letter and resume, including the most recent performance evaluation or field experience report.
• Contact information for three professional references in the ApplyToEducation profile; references may be contacted prior to interviews.
• A criminal record check, including vulnerable sector check, as a condition of employment.

Application Process

• Applications must be submitted online via ApplyToEducation. Only online applications are accepted.
• By applying, candidates acknowledge that their current or previous employers may be contacted for confidential reference checks.
• For assistance with the application system, contact ApplyToEducation at 1-877-900-5627 or [e-mail].

Application Deadline

• May 25, 2025, at 4:00 pm.
• Applications may be considered for future opportunities within the division.

For Further Information

Contact Jeanene Dewald, Principal, Amisk School at 780-856-3771.

Buffalo Trail Public Schools thanks all applicants. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted.