Teacher (Temporary) Junior High Hub (1.0 FTE)

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 12000 rural and urban students among 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) is seeking a dedicated and innovative Junior High Teacher to join our team in our Junior High Learning Hub program in a temporary full-time position.

Connections for Learning Junior High Learning Hub 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 students 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 programs 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 :

a) Education :

i) Bachelor of Education Degree

ii) Valid Alberta Teaching Certificate

iii) Nonviolent Crisis Intervention First Aid and Mental Health First Aid would be an asset.

b) Experience :

i) Experience teaching Middle Years and onlinewould be an asset

ii) 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.

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Required Experience :

Junior IC

Key Skills

Experience Working With Students,Classroom Management,Algebra,Behavior Management,Classroom Experience,Lesson Planning,Math,Special Education,Calculus,Teaching,Geometry,Cordova

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1