Substitute Teachers

Applytoeducation; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 3,444,000 - 5,235,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

ATA members with ATRF pension

Supportive teaching environment

Job summary

Aurora Academic Charter School is seeking substitute teachers for grades K-12 to support a structured, rigorous learning environment. The role emphasizes direct instruction, strong classroom management, and collaboration with staff to maintain continuity across campuses.

Successful applicants will bring a Bachelor of Education and Alberta teaching credentials, and engage in inclusive teaching that respects Indigenous perspectives while building positive relationships with students and families.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Education Degree from an accredited institution.
• Current Alberta Teaching Certificate (interim or permanent).
• Criminal Record with Vulnerable Sector Check completed within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, structured lessons aligned with AACS's direct instruction model.
• Exhibit excellent classroom management skills to foster a structured, respectful learning environment.
• Integrate Indigenous perspectives into teaching and classroom practice.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure continuity of instruction and school-wide initiatives.
• Build positive relationships with students and families to promote a safe, inclusive classroom.

Skills

Classroom management

Student engagement

Lesson planning

Communication with families

Indigenous perspectives integration

Education

Bachelor of Education

Alberta Teaching Certificate

Job description

OPEN COMPETITION

(all qualified candidates are invited to apply)

Aurora Academic Charter School (AACS) is proud to be a leading choice for families seeking a highly structured and academically enriched public school. Guided by our mission to empower academic excellence in a student-centred setting, we work in close partnership with families to foster growth and achievement. Our core values—Innovation, Hard Work, Empowerment, Respect, Integrity, Empathy, and Compassion—anchor our commitment to nurturing success for every student.

We are currently hiring for multiple substitute positions. Aurora is adding a new campus next year, and we will be adding to our teaching team for the 2027-28 school year. As new positions become available, our substitute teachers will be one of our first sources of potential applicants. Working as a substitute at Aurora is an excellent opportunity to become familiar with our students, staff, programs, and approach to teaching—and for us to get to know you as an educator.

Competition: 2026-1000
Level: Grades K-12
POSITIONS: Hiring multiple positions

Job Details

Class sizes range from 20-26 students and campuses range from 300-850 students. Students wear uniforms, and we believe that work habits and respect are a core part of our expectations. Students are keen to learn and we enjoy a high level of parental and administrative support.

As part of a dynamic and growing team, successful applicants will:

• Deliver engaging, structured lessons aligned with AACS's direct instruction model and a strong emphasis on academic rigour.
• Exhibit excellent classroom management skills by creating a structured learning environment that fosters student confidence, accountability, and high achievement.
• Integrate Indigenous perspectives into teaching and classroom practice in meaningful ways.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure continuity of instruction, contribute to school-wide initiatives, and uphold shared expectations.
• Build positive relationships with students and families, promoting a safe, respectful, and inclusive classroom.
• Embrace and model the school's core values of Innovation, Hard Work, Empowerment, Respect, Integrity, Empathy, and Compassion.

If you are looking for an adventure, have a passion for helping students, and want to maintain a program that is among the best in the province, Aurora School has a collective agreement and teachers are ATA members who are enrolled in the ATRF pension fund. Aurora follows the provincial limits on assignable and teaching time. We believe that staff wellness is a priority, and offer a competitive benefits package.

General Qualifications

• Bachelor of Education Degree from an accredited institution
• Current Alberta Teaching Certificate (interim or permanent)

Supporting Documentation Required

• Cover letter, including vision of improving student learning
• Resume listing specific courses taught, including core and options
• Recent performance review
• Copy of Alberta Teaching Certificate (interim or permanent) - required. Applicants without a teaching certificate will not be considered
• A Criminal Record with Vulnerable Sector Check (within 6 months) will be required for the successful candidate before starting.

Applications will be considered as they are received.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Interviews are scheduled as applications are received.