Substitute Teachers - 2026-27

Elk Island Public Schools; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 33,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Loan forgiveness info

Job summary

Elk Island Public Schools in Alberta is seeking passionate Substitute Teachers to fill flexible assignments across our 40+ schools, from urban Sherwood Park to rural communities.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor of Education and be eligible for an Alberta Teaching Certificate. You will gain diverse classroom experience while supporting student learning and maintaining a safe, inclusive environment.

Interviews are ongoing; successful applicants must complete a Criminal Records Check.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Education completed and Alberta Teaching Certificate eligibility.
• Strong organizational and classroom management skills.
• Ability to create a safe, supportive, and challenging classroom environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with data analysis to inform instruction.
• Strong collaboration and teamwork abilities.
• Growth mindset and willingness to use feedback to improve practice.
• Relentless drive to set and achieve personal and professional goals.

Responsibilities

• Deliver instruction across a variety of grade levels.
• Adapt lesson plans to suit diverse classroom needs.
• Maintain a safe, supportive classroom environment.
• Use data to inform instructional decisions where applicable.
• Collaborate with school staff to support student learning.
• Complete required Criminal Records Check and vulnerable sector check.

Skills

Classroom management

Data analysis

Collaboration

Growth mindset

Verbal communication

Written communication

Goal setting

Education

Bachelor of Education

Eligible for Alberta Teaching Certificate

Job description

Make an Impact Across Our Division: Substitute Teachers Wanted for the 2026-27 school year!

Looking for a flexible teaching schedule that fits your life while making a real difference in dynamic school communities? Whether you are a recent graduate looking to build diverse classroom experience, a retired educator wanting to stay connected, or a certified teacher seeking a better work-life balance, your skills are deeply valued here.

Elk Island Public Schools is seeking passionate Substitute Teachers for rewarding opportunities across our division. With more than 40 schools spanning both bustling urban centers and welcoming rural hubs, you can design a career path that perfectly matches your lifestyle. EIPS School Division map

Why You’ll Love It:

• The Ultimate Flexibility: Choose the specific days, grade levels, and schools that work best for your personal schedule and career goals.

• Diverse Teaching Experiences: Explore a wide variety of educational settings, from large urban schools right in Sherwood Park to close-knit community schools less than an hour away.

• Financial Perks: Teachers who pick up shifts in eligible communities within our division—such as Fort Saskatchewan, Bruderheim, Lamont, Mundare, and Vegreville—can qualify for the federal Canada Student Loan Forgiveness program. Completing a minimum of 400 hours of in-person teaching within a 10-month school year in these communities unlocks $4,000 in federal loan forgiveness in the first year, increasing annually up to a maximum of $8,000 in the fifth year. Learn more on the official page.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Education
• Must be eligible for an Alberta Teaching Certificate
• Effective organization and classroom management skills
• Ability to create a classroom environment where students feel safe, supported, and challenged
• Excellent verbal and written skills
• Experience or familiarity analyzing data and using data to inform decision and/or instruction
• Strong collaboration and teamwork skills
• Growth mindset and ability to use feedback to improve practice
• Relentless drive to set and achieve personal and professional goals

Interviews will be held on an ongoing basis.

Elk Island Public Schools appreciates and considers all applications; however, we contact only candidates selected for interviews.

All newly hired Substitute Teachers will be required toprovide a satisfactory Criminal Records Check, which includes a vulnerable sector check - dated within six (6) months from offer of employment with EIPS - obtained from local RCMP or Police Department. Any costs incurred are the responsibility of the employee.