Teacher - Kindergarten - Temporary Aug 2025 to March 2026

Grasslands; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 61,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

Grasslands Public Schools is hiring a temporary Kindergarten Teacher to join the dedicated team at Uplands Elementary from August 26, 2025, to March 27, 2026. The position requires providing stimulating learning experiences while fostering an inclusive environment. Ideal candidates must hold a Bachelor of Education and possess valid Alberta Teaching Certification, with strong skills in communication, classroom management, and respect for diversity.

Benefits

Moving Expense Reimbursement for Qualifying New Hires

100% of benefit premiums paid

Health Spending Account

Paid Sick Leave of 20 days for the first year

Discounts on JBS Canada Centre memberships

Qualifications

• Requires Bachelor of Education and valid Alberta Teaching Certification.
• Must provide a current Criminal Record Check (CRC) and Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC).

Responsibilities

• Provide a stimulating learning environment and delivery of course material.
• Plan and deliver approved curriculum instruction and direct support to maximize student achievement.
• Identify and address individual and collective learning needs.

Skills

Communication

Classroom management

Instruction

Understanding of diversity

Education

Bachelor of Education

Valid Alberta Teaching Certification

Job description

GRASSLANDS PUBLIC SCHOOLS

We are accepting applications!

Position: Teacher

Contract Type: 1.00 FTE; Temporary

Duration of Position:August 25, 2025 - March 27, 2026

Assignment: Kindergarten

Location: Uplands Elementary

Application close date: Until a applicant pool has been established .........................................................................................................................................................................................................................

Treaty Acknowledgement

We wish to acknowledge Treaty 7 territory - the ancestral and traditional territory of the Blackfoot Confederacy: Kainai, Piikani and Siksika as well as the Tsuut'ina First Nation and Stoney Nakoda First Nation. We acknowledge the many First Nations, Métis and Inuit whose footsteps have marked these lands for generations. We are grateful for the traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who are still with us today and those who have gone before us. We recognize the land as an act of reconciliation and gratitude to those whose territory we reside on or are visiting.

At Grasslands Public Schools we look for people who are passionate about being a part of a collaborative team that thrives on a foundation of:

Student Learning

School + Community Relationships

Inclusive + Healthy Environments

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UPLANDS ELEMENTARYis hiring!

We are seeking applicants for a Kindergarten Teacher tojoin our team of dedicated educators, under a temporary contract from August 26, 2025 to March 27, 2026.

Uplands Elementary, located in Brooks, Alberta, is a part of the Grasslands Public Schools community of locations within the City of Brooks and the surrounding County of Newell. Uplands serves approximately 450 students in Pre-Kindergarten, Early English Language Learner, and Kindergarten to grade 6, classrooms. Students receive a full range of academic offerings and extra-curricular programs to our students including: sports, arts and coding clubs.

GRASSLANDS PUBLIC SCHOOLS MISSION

Provide opportunities that inspire students to achieve and succeed as resilient learners who positively impact their communities.

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IT'S GREAT TO WORK at Grasslands!

• Moving Expense Reimbursement for Qualifying New Hires!

  New teachers who have accepted employment with the Division and must relocate from another town, city or province, will be reimbursed for their moving expenses up to the limits noted below. This applies to teachers on probationary contracts, and Interim and Temporary teaching contracts for five (5) or more consecutive months. Employees relocating from:

  • Red Deer and north of Red Deer - actual cost up to one thousand five hundred dollars ($1,500.00).
  • South of Red Deer, excluding a 110 KM radius around the city of Brooks [Alberta] - actual cost up to one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).
  • Other provinces/countries - actual cost up to two thousand dollars ($2,000.00)

• 100% of benefit premiums paid (Extended Health, Dental, Vision, Extended Disability, Life, AD&D)

• Health Spending Account (for contracts of at least 5 consecutive months)

• Paid Sick Leave of 20 days for the first year and 90 days thereafter.

• Family Medical Leave of 3 days per year.

• Paid Personal leaves , combined 4 granted per year, 1 day at full pay and 3 days at loss of sub (contracts 5 months or more).

• Grasslands Public Schools, in partnership with the City of Brooks Recreation Services, offerdiscounts on JBS Canada Centre memberships and passes, for Grasslands employees!

• We regularly plan book studies, social events, guest presenters, and more!

• We have implemented early dismissal, for students, on Fridays, to give more flexibility in schedules, for colleagues to meet, collaborate, and learn within working hour

  
  Grasslands collectively agreed upon 10-month salary is summarized below:

  Verified Years of Experience

TQS Years of Education Entry 9 + years of experience

4 years $ 61,525 $ 97,599

5 years $ 64,895 $ 101,163

6 years $ 68,571 $ 105,068

To learn more about us please visit:

• Grasslands Public Schools website at:grasslands.ab.ca
• Grassland Public Schools 2025/2026 School Year Calendar
• Grasslands School Division Collective Agreement 2020-24

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Job Duties:

• provide a stimulating learning environment and delivery of course material so each student can experience growth and develop to their potential;
• provide an educational environment based on the values of diversity, equality and inclusion;
• identify students individual and collective learning needs for their age and grade;
• plan and deliver approved curriculum instruction in accordance with student learning and special needs;
• provide direct support and/or intervention as required to maximize student learning achievement and well-being;
• meet and work with the multi-disciplinary team of student services professionals to discuss individual student needs and progress;
• ensure recommended personalized student resources and supports are implemented precisely to maximize student achievement and well-being;
• provide guidance and instructions to student support staff so they can understand and respond to individual student strengths and needs;
• use various assessment tools to evaluate and communicate student progress;
• meet with parents or guardians regarding the student’s learning status;
• volunteer to supervise extracurricular and after-school activities;
• attend meetings, seminars and in-service training sessions; and
• serve as role model for students.

Ideal candidates skills & abilities:

• Understanding and appreciation of Grasslands Public Schools mission and values.
• Respect and value all individuals with sensitivity to diversity and able to create a classroom environment that supports this.
• Strong instruction and classroom management skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Personal integrity and trustworthiness.
• Understanding of how educators impact the community.
• Able to quickly build trust, rapport and strong relationships with Grasslands students, parents, staff and our community partners.

Education and Certifications:

• Bachelor of Education

pre-service teacher preparation program from an approved institution

• Valid Alberta Teaching Certification

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Successful applicants will berequired to submit before start date :

• Current Criminal Record Check (CRC) with Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC)

Original document reported within thelast 6 months of hire date; condition of employment

! Applicantscannot work before a clear CRC with VSC has been provided and approved!

Please Provide the following with your application:

• current cover letter and resume.
• contacts for three (3) professional references ; preferably in an educational setting.
• undergraduate and graduate university transcripts.
• practicum and/or teaching evaluations.
• examples of long-range/year plans, unit plans, lesson plans, and an assessment.

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Thank you for your interest in being a member of our team at Grasslands Public Schools!

We are looking forward to reviewing the submissions from all who apply, and will contact those who are selected for an interview.

-Wishing you a fantastic School Year!

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