Teacher - Jessie's House

Sturgeon; Morinville; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Criminal record check completed

Job summary

Sturgeon Public Schools in Morinville, Alberta, seeks a Full-Time Temporary Teacher for Jessie's House, an emergency shelter serving families affected by domestic violence. The role focuses on trauma-informed instruction, literacy and numeracy, and supporting students through transitions.

The successful candidate will collaborate with Jessie's House staff and families, maintain confidentiality, differentiate instruction, and create a safe, inclusive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Valid Alberta Teaching Certificate required.
• Experience with trauma-informed practice preferred.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to build trusting relationships with students, families, staff and community partners.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, student-centred instruction grounded in trauma-informed practice and support academic, social and emotional growth.
• Maintain confidentiality and professional judgment with students, families and staff.
• Create a safe, inclusive learning environment for students in transition.
• Build trusting relationships with students and families from diverse backgrounds.
• Demonstrate passion for supporting varied academic, social, emotional, and developmental needs.
• Collaborate with Jessie's House staff, Sturgeon Public Schools colleagues, families and community partners.
• Support continuity of learning with flexible, individualized approaches.
• Differentiated instruction and appropriately assess and program for diverse learners.
• Use evidence and student progress to guide instructional decisions and growth.
• Manage classroom routines in line with Division policies and Alberta Education requirements.
• Demonstrate adaptability and sound judgment in a dynamic educational setting.
• Plan and deliver engaging instruction in literacy, numeracy and inquiry-based learning.
• Foster curiosity, creativity and confidence in the classroom.
• Support students' growth through developmentally appropriate strategies.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs.
• Utilize technology and hands-on learning to enhance engagement.

Skills

Trauma-informed

Collaboration

Differentiated instruction

Communication skills

Professional judgment

Confidentiality

Technology integration

Adaptability

Classroom management

Education

Valid Alberta Teaching Certificate

Job description

We’re hiring: Teacher Caring. Creative. Inspiring.

Inspire curiosity and confidence in the next generation of learners. Sturgeon Public Schools is currently seeking aFull-Time Temporary Teacher for a work assignment at Jessie's House ,

What Is Jessie's House?

Jessica Martel Memorial Foundation

Jessie's House is an emergency shelter in Morinville, Alberta, providing support to individuals and families experiencing domestic violence. Jessie's House is more than a place to stay, it provides a broad range of services, including outreach, case management, court support, and specialized support for children.

As a trauma-informed facility, Jessie's House strives to meet residents where they are and reduce barriers to accessing services. The organization recognizes that each individual and family arrives with unique experiences, strengths, needs, and circumstances.

Children and youth are an important part of the Jessie's House community. Specialized support for children is provided alongside the broader services available to families, creating an environment where children can continue to learn, grow, and experience stability during a time of significant transition.

The Principal will become part of a collaborative, supportive environment where education works alongside the other services provided by Jessie's House. The ability to build trusting relationships, create a predictable and welcoming learning environment, and respond to students with empathy and flexibility is particularly important in this setting.

What You'll Be Doing

• Provide compassionate, student-centred instruction grounded in trauma-informed practice and a strong commitment to the academic, social and emotional success of every student
• Maintain a high degree of confidentiality, discretion and professional judgment when working with students, families, staff and sensitive information
• Create a safe, predictable, inclusive, and welcoming learning environment that supports students experiencing significant transition, disruption and complex life circumstances
• Build trusting relationships with students and families from diverse backgrounds and experiences
• Demonstrate a genuine passion for supporting students with varied academic, social, emotional, and developmental needs
• Work collaboratively with Jessie's House staff, Sturgeon Public Schools colleagues, families and community partners to provide coordinated and responsive supports for students
• Support continuity of learning through flexible, individualized approaches that respond to varying academic needs, attendance patterns and lengths of stay
• Champion inclusive education practices, including differentiated instruction, appropriate assessment, and individualized programming for diverse learning needs
• Utilize evidence, professional judgment, and student progress to guide instructional decision-making and support continuous growth
• Manage classroom routines and learning activities in alignment with Division policies, Alberta Education requirements and the unique needs of the Jessie's House environment
• Demonstrate adaptability, sound judgement and thoughtful resource management in a dynamic and evolving educational setting
• Plan and deliver engaging instruction that supports literacy, numeracy, and inquiry-based learning
• Create a classroom environment that fosters curiosity, creativity, and confidence
• Support students' academic, social, and emotional growth through developmentally appropriate strategies
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs and abilities
• Use technology and hands-on learning to enhance student engagement

What You Bring

• Valid Alberta Teaching Certificate
• Demonstrated success in a classroom teaching role, ideally in multi-grade or non-traditional learning environments
• Strong curriculum expertise and pedagogical knowledge across multi-level subject areas, particularly in Elementary grades
• Demonstrated understanding of trauma-informed practice and the ability to apply it effectively within a classroom setting
• Ability to work independently, as a co-teacher and as part of a team
• Experience with complex communication needs and AAC devices is an asset
• Ability to understand and support students with behaviour and/or regulation challenges
• A high degree of confidentiality, discretion, professionalism, and sound judgment when working with sensitive student and family information
• A genuine passion for supporting students from diverse backgrounds, experiences, identities, and circumstances
• Proven ability to build trusting, respectful relationships with students, families, staff and community partners
• Strong communication, collaboration, organizational, decision making, and problem-solving skills
• Flexibility and adaptability when responding to changing student needs and complex situations
• Clear Criminal Record with Vulnerable Sector Check

Why Join Sturgeon Public Schools?

We pride ourselves on doing things a little differently. Here's what sets us apart:

• Welcoming, community-focused schools rooted in strong relationships
• Whole-child approach supporting academic, social, and emotional growth
• Collaborative environments where staff feel supported and valued
• Innovative use of technology to enhance learning
• Safe, caring, and inclusive spaces where students thrive

Commitment to Inclusion, Belonging & Safety

Sturgeon Public Schools is committed to creating welcoming, inclusive, and safe learning and working environments. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to providing accessible recruitment practices.

Important to Note

• 1.0 FTE Dec 1, 2026 to Jun 30, 2027
• A valid driver's license and reliable vehicle are required