Grade 7 and 8, Math and English

Applications are now being accepted for the position of:
Teacher – Grade 7 and 8, Math and English

Location: École Pine Grove Middle School, Edson Alberta

https://pinegroveschool.gypsd.ca

Start Date: Duties to commence August 31, 2021 to June 30, 2022

Hours of work: Monday-Friday 1.0 FTE

This opportunity will remain open thru: August 10, 2021

Role and Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be a collaborative person with proficiency in the use of educational technology and have an understanding of assessment for learning. The responsibilities include:

• Providing instruction to promote high quality student-centered learning.
• Designing and preparing lessons based on curriculum and following a variety of methodology in teaching and instructing students, including lectures, demonstrations and discussions.
• Facilitating inclusive educational practices to maximize educational opportunities for all students.
• Reviewing and evaluating each student’s performance, knowledge and skills and meeting all reporting and assessment deadlines.
• Adhering to provincial legislation, board policy and division administrative procedures.
• Developing constructive relationships with parents.
• Modelling commitment to professional development.

Additional comments: The teaching assignment will include Mathematics and English and potentially other complementary subjects to complete the assignment.

Requirements

The successful candidate will:

• Possess an Alberta Teaching Certificate or be eligible for one.
• Have experience in following the Teaching Quality Standard (TQS) and infusing literacy across the curriculum.
• Hold a Bachelor’s degree of Education.

The Division

Grande Yellowhead Public School Division stretches from Jasper National Park, east to Evansburg, south of Cadomin, and northwest to Grande Cache. The jurisdiction includes 17 schools, 5 Learning Connection Centres, approximately 5000 students and 600 staff. The Division is governed by seven elected Trustees.

The Board’s three priorities are:

• Student Learning
• Teaching and Leadership Excellence
• Community Engagement

GYPSD schools offer a broad range of K-12 programs. Principals focus on strong instructional leadership using generative dialogue to support teacher growth and supervision. The Division is noted for its commitment to strong literacy practices infused across the curriculum, inclusive education and for its innovative technology programs. The Division is committed to strong professional development and each teacher has the opportunity to apply for up to $2000 per year to support professional learning.

In accordance with Board Policy, the successful applicant will be required to provide the following:

Child Intervention Check

Vulnerable Sector Check

We thank all applicants for their interest however; we will contact only those selected for interviews.

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