Teacher (Temporary) - Junior High Hub (0.7 FTE)

Parkland School Division No 70 Centre for Education; Stony Plain; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 63,000; Part time

Job summary

Parkland School Division No 70 Centre for Education invites applications for the Connections for Learning (CFL) Junior High Learning Hub at the CFL Spruce Grove Campus. This temporary, part-time 0.7 FTE position focuses on personalized instruction and blended learning to support student success in an alternative setting.

The program emphasizes flexible planning, collaboration with families and staff, and the use of innovative teaching practices to meet each student's unique needs.

Qualifications

• Certification: Valid Alberta Teaching Certificate.
• Experience teaching junior high; alternative education experience is an asset.
• Proficiency with Alberta Education curriculum and assessment practices.
• Ability to integrate technology and blended learning to engage students.
• Strong collaboration with families, students and staff.

Responsibilities

• Deliver personalized instruction and manage individualized program plans.
• Adapt instructional strategies for diverse learners and at-home learning.
• Develop and enhance instructional resources for the CFL program.
• Collaborate with students, families and staff to monitor progress.
• Foster a caring and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor of Education Degree

Valid Alberta Teaching Certificate

Nonviolent Crisis Intervention

First Aid

Mental Health First Aid

Job description

Are you interested in working with our dynamic and progressive school division to pursue excellence in education for students, professional learning opportunities, a flexible health benefits package, and a workplace that embraces diversity? Then we are the place for you!

Who we are and what we value:

Parkland School Division (PSD) is a large progressive school jurisdiction serving Spruce Grove, Stony Plain, Fort Chipewyan, and Parkland County. PSD meets the diverse educational needs of over 12,000 rural and urban students across 23 sites, including outreach schools and alternative education programs.

Our values are what guide us. We strive for learning opportunities that are purposeful, essential, relevant, authentic, and responsive while aiming for excellence in achievement. PSD also values trustworthy, respectful relationships that promote resilience as students and staff work towards our Ultimate Goal: Student Success & Well-being.

Connections for Learning (CFL)

Connections for Learning Junior High Learning Hub is a temporary part-time 0.7 FTE position located at CFL Spruce Grove Campus. This program provides flexible, innovative programming to help students realize success in their career and educational goals. This program focuses on the individual needs of students. The students, parents, teachers, and administration collaborate closely together to create a personalized program plan designed specifically to meet the academic, social/emotional, health, and wellness learning needs of each individual student.

This role involves delivering engaging and meaningful personalized instruction in accordance with each student’s personalized plan, fostering a supportive and caring learning environment, and working collaboratively with students, families, and staff to support student success in an alternative learning setting.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Personalized Learning Plans: Conduct student intake meetings to design individualized program plans that reflect students' academic, social-emotional, and wellness goals.
• Instructional Delivery: Manage student individual plans, deliver engaging lessons and student-centered learning experiences. Adapt instructional strategies to meet diverse student learning needs and abilities. Support both in person and at-home learning.
• Content Development: Develop and enhance instructional resources, including paper-based and virtual learning materials, to continuously improve the program’s offerings. Utilize technology and innovative teaching practices to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
• Meaningful Activities: Design and facilitate classroom activities that foster community, collaboration, and experiential learning to complement individual work. This includes the opportunity to organize and lead field trips that enrich learning and build relationships.
• Assessment and Reporting: Assess, evaluate, and report on student progress using a variety of tools to capture growth in both academic and social-emotional competencies.
• Collaboration: Work closely with students, families, and colleagues to monitor progress, provide feedback, and adapt learning plans as needed. Participate actively in team meetings and collaborative planning sessions.
• Social-Emotional Support: Foster a caring and supportive environment where students feel safe, respected, and motivated to learn. Create a positive, inclusive, and safe classroom environment.

Qualifications and Skills Required:

• Certification: Valid Alberta Teaching Certificate.
• Experience: Teaching experience in junior high grades is an asset, particularly in alternative education settings.
• Curriculum Knowledge: Strong understanding of Alberta Education curriculum, assessment practices, and strategies for personalized learning.
• Innovation: Proficiency in integrating technology, blended learning tools, and innovative teaching methods to enhance student engagement.
• Communication: Strong interpersonal and communication skills to build positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues.
• Organization: Strong classroom management and organizational skills to foster an inclusive and productive learning environment.
• Vision: Learn how the program supports students and continue to develop a strong vision for the program in order to continually move it forward.

Special Requirements:

• Flexibility to support various learning modalities (in-person, at home, online, or blended learning).
• Must undergo a Criminal Record Check and Child Intervention Check.

Key Traits:

• Passionate about teaching and student success.
• Adaptable and open to innovative teaching practices.
• Positive attitude and commitment to fostering an inclusive classroom environment.
• Collaborative mindset and willingness to contribute to a team-oriented school culture.

Education and Experience:

• Education:
  • Bachelor of Education Degree
  • Valid Alberta Teaching Certificate
  • Nonviolent Crisis Intervention, First Aid, and Mental Health First Aid would be an asset.
• Experience:
  • Experience teaching Middle Years and online would be an asset
  • Differentiating instruction experience is an asset
• Equivalencies will be considered.

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes

• Good oral and written communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• The ability to take direction and work independently
• Flexibility, patience, sensitivity, tolerance, enthusiasm, creativity and imagination
• The ability to deal with the emotional and mental stress of working with children/group of children/school setting.
• Courses or training in Attention Deficit Disorder, Special Needs Disorders, English as a Second Language, Behaviour Management, Crisis Prevention, Nonviolent Crisis Intervention, and Food Handling and Preparation would be an asset

This work is most rewarding for those who enjoy working with people (especially physically, emotionally, and behaviorally challenged children), having clear rules and guidelines for their work, and finding innovative ways to handle situations.

Working Conditions

Teachers work indoors except when supervising children outdoors or going on field trips.

Teachers may have a holiday schedule including a long summer break as well as winter and spring breaks. However, they typically work over ten months and are paid out over twelve months.

The scheduled hours to be worked will be determined by each specific position.

Additional Information

Teachers must agree to respect the confidentiality and personal integrity of students, parents, teachers and other staff.

This position requires an original copy of a current clean criminal record check with vulnerable sector and an original copy of a child intervention record check.