KINDERGARTEN TEACHER

York Region District School Board; Alberta; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a passionate and dedicated teacher for a kindergarten role in a vibrant Indigenous community. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a small, supportive environment that values innovative teaching practices and cultural understanding. With a focus on student-centered learning, you'll engage with young learners while promoting pride and achievement through land-based education. The role includes collaboration with educational staff and the community, ensuring a holistic approach to education that respects and honors Indigenous ways of knowing. If you're committed to professional growth and making a positive impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Housing rental at $300/month

Professional development opportunities

Community involvement

Utilities included in housing

Qualifications

• Alberta Certified Teacher with experience in multi-grade classrooms.
• Knowledge of First Nations worldviews and cultural beliefs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily instruction and develop effective classroom experiences.
• Ensure student engagement, safety, and success.

Skills

Elementary teaching experience

Indigenous Curriculum experience

Differentiated teaching

Planning and assessment skills

Trauma-Informed Practice

Building relationships with parents and community

Education

Valid Alberta Teaching Certificate

Successful teaching experience

Job description

TEACHER : GRADE KINDERGARTEN
Chief Tallcree Elementary, South Tallcree, AB - 2025-2026 School Year
Tallcree Education Division is seeking highly motivated individuals. If you are an Alberta Certified Teacher and would like to live in a small remote northern community, work with and serve Indigenous children and youth, then Tallcree Education is the place for you.

Chief Tallcree Elementary School offers small class sizes, providing excellent opportunities for differentiated teaching and learning. This role offers a positive professional growth opportunity to explore innovative practices within an inquiry-based teaching environment that honours Tallcree ways of knowing, being, and doing. We welcome teachers who are student-centered and demonstrate:

1. Education and experience specific to elementary teaching in a multi-grade classroom.
2. Successful experience with Indigenous Curriculum.
3. Enhanced understanding of First Nations worldviews, cultural beliefs, language, and values.
4. Excellence in all competencies of the Alberta Education Teaching Quality Standard.
5. Excellent knowledge of the Programs of Study and learning outcomes of the Alberta Curriculum relevant to the position.
6. Proficiency in principles and practices of differentiated teaching and inclusive education.
7. Excellent planning, teaching, and assessment skills.
8. Respect for Indigenous learning and learners, with knowledge of the Tallcree Nation (preferred).
9. Ability to create engaging and innovative programs that promote pride and achievement.
10. Instructional leadership ensuring high-quality learning experiences.
11. Experience engaging students through land-based teaching and learning.
12. Commitment to being a team player and believing that all students can learn and want to learn.
13. Ability to establish meaningful rapport with students and connect in trusting, supportive ways.
14. Support for students’ learning and personal goals to ensure their success.
15. Experience with Trauma-Informed Practice.
16. Ability to build strong relationships with parents, Elders, School Board, staff, and community members.
17. Commitment to ongoing professional growth.
18. Willingness to support extracurricular activities and be active in the community.

The Teacher will be responsible for overseeing daily instruction, developing effective classroom experiences, and ensuring student engagement, safety, and success. The role requires leadership, collaboration with the Educational Assistant, and overseeing schedules and activities.

Qualifications include:

• Valid Alberta Teaching Certificate.
• Successful teaching experience.
• Knowledge of provincial curriculum outcomes.
• Understanding of First Nations Language, Culture, Organizations, and Communities (asset).

Conditions of employment:

• RCMP / Police Criminal Record Check and Intervention Record Check prior to employment.

Benefits include a competitive package, housing rental at $300/month (utilities included, no pets), professional development, and community involvement opportunities.

Chief Tallcree Elementary School is a new, state-of-the-art school in South Tallcree, AB, with its grand opening scheduled for September 2021. Interested candidates should send:

• Resume and pertinent information.
• Three professional references.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Teaching couples are welcome. The position is open until filled.