High School English Language Arts

HIGH SCHOOL ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS TEACHER – GRADES 9–12Stoney Education AuthorityMini Thni Community SchoolMînî Thnî, AlbertaFull-Time Teaching PositionPOSITION SUMMARYStoney Education Authority is seeking a qualified and relationship-focused High School English Language Arts Teacher to join the team at Mini Thni Community School.The successful candidate will teach Grade 9, Grade 11, and Grade 12 English Language Arts, along with a Career and Technology Studies (CTS) course during Semester 1.This position offers the opportunity to teach in a smaller school environment where strong relationships, individualized support, and connection to community are central to student success.TEACHING ASSIGNMENTGrade 9 English Language ArtsGrade 11 English Language ArtsGrade 12 English Language ArtsOne CTS course during Semester 1Preparation and collaborative planning time within the school scheduleClass sizes are generally 20 students or fewer. AND CLASSROOM SUPPORTSTeachers at Stoney Education Authority work as part of a collaborative student-support team.Available supports include:Educational AssistantsOccupational TherapyPsychologyBehaviour specialistsSpeech and Language servicesSchool administration and student-support personnelThe successful candidate will work collaboratively with these supports to respond to individual student needs and promote student engagement, achievement, and well-being.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESPlan and deliver engaging instruction aligned with the Alberta curriculumTeach assigned English Language Arts and CTS coursesDevelop strong, respectful relationships with studentsDifferentiate instruction to respond to a range of learning strengths and needsAssess student learning and provide meaningful and timely feedbackSupport student literacy, communication, critical thinking, and academic growthCollaborate with Educational Assistants, specialists, administration, and colleaguesMaintain clear communication with students, families, and school leadershipSupport positive classroom culture, attendance, engagement, and student well-beingParticipate in professional learning, school activities, and collaborative planningIncorporate culturally responsive and land-based learning opportunities where appropriateDemonstrate respect for Stoney Nakoda culture, language, community, and ways of knowingQUALIFICATIONSCandidates must possess:A Bachelor of Education or equivalent recognized teaching qualificationEligibility for Alberta teacher certificationThe following are considered assets:Experience teaching secondary English Language ArtsExperience teaching senior high school studentsExperience or comfort teaching CTS programmingExperience in First Nations, Indigenous, rural, or community-based educationExperience supporting diverse learning needsCOMPENSATION AND BENEFITSSalary placement is based on education and recognized teaching experience in accordance with SEA’s applicable teacher salary grid.Eligible employees also have access to SEA’s employee group benefits program in accordance with applicable plan terms.ABOUT STONEY EDUCATION AUTHORITYStoney Education Authority serves students across the Stoney Nakoda Nation and is committed to educational environments that recognize the importance of language, culture, identity, family, community, and connection to the land.We are looking for educators who bring strong teaching practice together with humility, relationship-building, adaptability, and a willingness to learn from the communities they serve.APPLICATION REQUIREMENTSPlease submit:ResumeCover letterAlberta Teaching Certificate or confirmation of eligibilityTQS statement, if availableSuccessful candidates will be required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check, including Vulnerable Sector Check, and satisfactory professional references.