Grade 4 Homeroom Teacher | Edmonton, AB

Association of Independent Schools and Colleges in Alberta; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Association of Independent Schools and Colleges in Alberta is seeking a Grade 4 Homeroom Teacher to deliver Alberta Education curriculum with a focus on engaging, student-centered learning. The role emphasizes creating a safe, inclusive classroom environment that promotes academic, social, emotional, and spiritual growth for Grade 4 students.

The successful candidate will integrate Islamic values, use differentiated instruction, collaborate with Learner Support staff, and communicate regularly

Qualifications

• Valid Alberta Teaching Certificate or eligibility for certification.
• Bachelor of Education with Elementary specialization.
• Experience teaching Grade 4 or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of the Alberta Education curriculum and reporting.
• Excellent classroom management and communication.
• Commitment to inclusive, faith-informed education.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver Alberta Grade 4 curriculum across core subjects.
• Create engaging, inquiry-based learning experiences.
• Integrate Islamic values and citizenship into daily learning.
• Foster a safe, inclusive classroom and student wellbeing.
• Collaborate with Learner Support staff and families.
• Use assessment data to inform instruction.
• Lead or participate in professional learning communities.

Skills

Teaching

Classroom management

Differentiated instruction

UDL

Assessment & feedback

Communication

Collaboration

Professional learning communities

Education

Bachelor of Education (Elementary)

Alberta Teaching Certificate / eligibility

Job description

Grade 4 Homeroom Teacher

Job Duties/Responsibilities

The successful candidate will provide high-quality, engaging, and student-centred instruction while creating a safe, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment that promotes the academic, social, emotional, and spiritual development of Grade 4 students. Responsibilities include:

• Planning and delivering Alberta Education curriculum-aligned Grade 4 programming across core subject areas, including English Language Arts and Literature, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies.
  Designing engaging, inquiry-driven and student-centred learning experiences that foster curiosity, creativity, critical thinking, problem-solving, communication, and a love of learning.
  Integrating Islamic values, character education, and respectful citizenship throughout classroom learning and daily school life.
  Creating a positive, safe, caring, and inclusive classroom environment that promotes student belonging, responsibility, independence, self-regulation, and positive relationships.
  Using differentiated instruction, Universal Design for Learning (UDL), and a variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse learning needs and learning profiles.
  Planning and facilitating meaningful hands-on, collaborative, and inquiry-based learning experiences that encourage students to make connections between their learning, their faith, and the world around them.
  Integrating appropriate educational technology to enhance student engagement, collaboration, creativity, and learning.
  Assessing student learning through formative and summative assessment, providing timely and meaningful feedback, and using assessment evidence to inform instruction.
  Supporting students with diverse learning needs through collaboration with Learner Support staff, Educational Assistants, specialists, and families.
  Developing, implementing, and reviewing Learner Support Plans (LSPs), IPPs, accommodations, and other supports as required.
  Communicating regularly and professionally with families regarding student learning, progress, achievement, and well-being.
  Collaborating with grade-level and specialist teachers through professional learning communities to plan, reflect on practice, analyze student learning, and support continuous school improvement.
  Participating actively in professional learning and contributing to a collaborative, inquiry-driven teaching culture.
  Participating in school events, supervision, extracurricular activities, and other school-wide initiatives as required.
  Supporting the development of a positive school culture rooted in the school's Islamic values and commitment to academic excellence.

Education/Qualifications

In addition to demonstrating strong teaching competencies, applicants must possess:

• A valid Alberta Teaching Certificate or eligibility for certification in Alberta.
  A Bachelor of Education degree with a specialization in Elementary Education or a related field.
  Demonstrated excellence in teaching elementary-aged students, preferably at the Grade 4 level.
  Strong knowledge of the Alberta Education curriculum, assessment, and reporting requirements.
  Effective classroom management skills and the ability to establish a safe, respectful, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.
  Strong communication, collaboration, organization, and relationship-building skills.
  A demonstrated commitment to supporting the academic, social, emotional, and spiritual development of students.
• Desirable Qualifications
  Experience teaching Grade 4 or upper elementary grades within the Alberta education system.
  Experience integrating literacy and numeracy strategies across the curriculum.
  Experience using educational technology to enhance teaching and student learning.
  Experience designing inquiry-based, interdisciplinary, hands-on, and project-based learning experiences.
  Familiarity with the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP), inquiry-based learning, or concept-based teaching is considered an asset.
  Experience leading extracurricular activities, student clubs, or school-wide initiatives is considered an asset.
  First Aid/CPR certification is considered an asset.