Grade 5/6 Teacher

Prairie Land Public School Division; Cessford; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 56,000; Part time

Job summary

Prairie Land Public School Division seeks a part-time 0.8 FTE teacher for Berry Creek Community School in Cessford, Alberta, to cover a maternity leave starting Aug 24, 2026. The successful candidate will plan, prepare, and deliver the Alberta curriculum for the Grade 5/6 level.

The role requires an Alberta Teaching Certificate, a commitment to inclusive education, and strong communication and collaboration with colleagues.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching Grade 5/6 or upper elementary.
• Must hold an Alberta Teaching Certificate.
• Criminal Record Check and Child Intervention Check required.
• Preference for Elementary Education background and related training.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver the Alberta curriculum for Grade 5/6.
• Support a wide range of learning needs and abilities.
• Create an engaging, inclusive classroom environment.
• Demonstrate strong communication and collaboration with staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Professional growth

Education

Elementary Education background

Related training

Job description

TEACHER - Grade 5/6

Berry Creek Community School

Competition #PLSD-2205

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated teacher to join our school community at Berry Creek Community School located in Cessford, Alberta. Our ideal candidate is passionate about student learning and achievement and demonstrates the flexibility to support a wide range of learning needs and abilities. The successful applicant will foster an engaging and inclusive classroom environment that inspires and motivates students through meaningful, creative, and stimulating learning experiences. Strong communication skills, collaboration, and a demonstrated commitment to ongoing learning and professional growth are essential.

This is a part time (0.8 FTE) temporary position commencing on the first day of the 2026-2027 school year (August 24, 2026). This temporary position is to cover a maternity leave and will end upon the return of the permanent employee. The successful candidate will be primarily responsible for planning, preparing, and delivering the Alberta curriculum at the Grade 5/6 level. Preference will be given to applicants with an Elementary Education background and related training. Experience working within a multi-grade classroom environment would be considered an asset.

Competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

Thank you to all applicants, but only those who will be interviewed will be contacted. The successful candidate will hold a valid Alberta Teaching Certificate and will be required to provide a Criminal Record Check and Child Intervention Check satisfactory to PLSD prior to commencement.