Grade 1-3 Generalist Teacher (Temporary)
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Location: Arrowwood Community School
Anticipated Start Date: January 5, 2026
Anticipated End Date: June 26, 2026 (or return of incumbent)
Assignment: Grade 1-3 Generalist Teacher
FTE: 1.0 FTE Temporary
The Palliser School Division is committed to engendering and supporting the values of the broader society: empathy, integrity, respect, trust, and responsibility. If the children of this community are to realize these values, the division acknowledges its responsibility to provide an exemplary education.
Located in the Town of Arrowwood and supporting students from Kindergarten to Grade 9, Arrowwood Community School invites motivated educators to apply to the temporary, full‑time Grade 1‑3 generalist teaching assignment. Arrowwood School is continually analyzing the Accountability Pillar Results and Achievement Results to ensure effectiveness in supporting student curriculum and programming.
When you apply to the Palliser School Division, you can feel good about serving our future leaders and contributing to student success.
Benefits
- This assignment qualifies for a comprehensive and robust benefit package (ASEBP) per the ATA Collective Agreement.
Responsibilities
- Establish clear objectives and outlines for courses of study, following curriculum guidelines or requirements of Alberta Education, and communicate these objectives to students. Prepare for assigned classes, and demonstrate written evidence of preparation upon request. Prepare materials for learning and classrooms for activities, as appropriate.
- Instruct using a variety of instructional approaches appropriate for grade level, student needs, and program focus. Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate. Assign lessons and correct homework.
- Observe and evaluate students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health. Prepare, administer, and grade a variety of student evaluative tools such as projects, tests, assignments to evaluate students' progress. Maintain accurate, complete, and correct student records as required.
- Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order and safety among the students for whom they are responsible, under the guidance of the Principal. Enforce all administrative policies and rules governing students.
- Meet with other professionals to discuss individual students' needs and progress. Confer with parents or guardians, other teachers, counselors, and administrators to discuss children's progress and resource needs, and to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems, as appropriate.
- Confere with other staff members to plan and schedule lessons promoting learning, following approved curricula. Collaborate with other teachers and administrators in the development, evaluation, and revision of school programs. Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops to maintain and improve professional competence. Attend staff meetings, and serve on staff committees as required.
- Prepare students for later grades by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with challenging tasks. Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests. Prepare and implement remedial programs for students requiring extra help. Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials to prevent injury and damage. Provide special needs students with assistive devices, supportive technology, and assistance accessing facilities such as restrooms, as necessary.
- Plan and supervise class projects, field trips, visits by guest speakers or other experiential activities, as appropriate, and guide students in learning from such activities. Use computers, multimedia, and other equipment and materials to support the learning process. Organize and supervise recreational and other activities to promote physical, mental, and social development. Sponsor extracurricular activities such as clubs, student organizations, and academic contests, as appropriate. Perform supervisory duties, as assigned, such as hall, cafeteria, and playground monitoring, and bus loading and unloading.
- Plan assignments for Education Assistants, Special Education, and other classroom support staff as appropriate, and assist the Principal in their supervision and evaluation of performance.
- Perform other related tasks as appropriate, including organizing materials, displaying students' work, as assigned.
Experience & Qualifications
- Alberta Teaching Certificate.
- Previous experience administering elementary school curriculum.
- Successful Criminal Reference Check, including vulnerable sectors (within 3 months of contract start date).
Skills And Competencies
- Confidence, skill, knowledge, and understanding of differentiated instruction, student engagement, and assessment practices.
- Strong work ethic.
- Ability to relate well with students, staff, and parents.
- An ethic of service to students, colleagues, and community.
- Strong interpersonal skills combined with the ability to create positive relationships and establish rapport.
- Trustworthiness and integrity.
- Commitment to the Palliser Policy‑Governance model.
- Ability to articulate a coherent understanding of educational aims.
- Commitment to fostering collaborative working relationships.
- Ability to manage professional learning time and be a self‑starter.
- Commitment to personal lifelong learning.
- Commitment to the lifelong quest for self‑understanding.
- Commitment to strengthening communication skills.
Required Documentation
- Cover letter directed to Shelley Davis Forman, Principal, AWS.
- Resume summarizing training and experience.
- Copy of your most recent evaluation.
- Copy of your valid Alberta Teaching Certificate.
- Minimum of three professional references.
We thank all those who apply, but only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Ms. Audrey Kluin, Deputy Superintendent, HR
Palliser School Division