Physical Education Teacher/Athletic Director (1.0 FTE) (LHS) - Continuous

Elk Island Public Schools; Lamont; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Elk Island Public Schools is seeking a full-time Physical Education Teacher/Athletic Director for Lamont High. This role involves teaching grades 7-12 and managing athletic programs, starting August 26, 2025. Candidates must possess a Bachelor of Education and a valid Alberta Teaching Certificate, along with strong organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Education and valid Alberta Teaching Certificate required.
• Skills in organization, classroom management, and communication are essential.
• Experience with data analysis for instructional decisions is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach Junior and Senior High Physical Education and serve as Athletic Director.
• Create a safe and supportive classroom environment.
• Collaborate with staff and engage in continuous professional development.

Skills

Organization

Classroom Management

Communication

Collaboration

Data Analysis

Education

Bachelor of Education degree

Valid Alberta Teaching Certificate

Job description

Physical Education Teacher/Athletic Director (1.0 FTE) (LHS) - Continuous

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Overview

Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS) is one of the largest school divisions in Alberta, serving approximately 17,950 students across 42 schools. We aim to provide dynamic programming, current resources, and professional learning opportunities to support student and staff success.

Position Details

We are recruiting a full-time (1.0 FTE) Junior and Senior High Physical Education Teacher/Athletic Director at Lamont High, which serves about 350 students in grades 7-12. The position begins on August 26, 2025, and is open to internal and external applicants, with priority given to current EIPS teachers with a continuous contract.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Education degree
• Valid Alberta Teaching Certificate
• Effective organization and classroom management skills
• Ability to create a safe, supportive, and challenging classroom environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience analyzing data for instructional decisions
• Strong collaboration and teamwork skills
• Growth mindset and receptiveness to feedback
• Drive to set and achieve personal and professional goals
• Nonviolent Crisis Intervention training (preferred)
• Additional assets include a master's degree in counselling or related discipline, registered or provisional psychologist status, and Violent Threat Risk Assessment (VTRA) training.

Application Process

Only online applications are accepted. For more information, contact Kelly Sawatzky, Principal, at 780-895-2228 or via email. We appreciate all applications; only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

If assistance is needed with the application system, please contact Apply to Education at 1-877-900-5627 or [e-mail].