Substitute Teachers - 2026-27

Elk Island Public Schools; Sherwood Park; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Loan forgiveness program

Job summary

Elk Island Public Schools in Sherwood Park, Alberta, invites qualified individuals to join our Substitute Teacher pool for the 2026-27 school year. You’ll enjoy a flexible schedule—choose days, grade levels, and schools—across our division, spanning urban and rural communities.

This role offers diverse teaching experiences within EIPS, including opportunities in nearby towns. Required credentials include a Bachelor of Education and eligibility for an Alberta Teaching Certificate.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Education is required.
• Must be eligible for an Alberta Teaching Certificate.
• Strong organizational and classroom management skills.
• Ability to create a safe, supportive learning environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Experience using data to inform instruction.

Skills

Data-informed instruction

Collaboration and teamwork

Growth mindset

Classroom management

Verbal and written communication

Education

Bachelor of Education

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 to provide 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.