Description
Buffalo Trail Public Schools is committed to maximizing student learning in a safe and caring environment supported by a highly effective team.
Buffalo Trail Public Schools has an immediate opening for a 0.5 FTE temporary Grade 1 teacher at Wainwright Elementary School. This position will be afternoons and may include all grade one subjects and additional duties as assigned by the principal.
The successful candidate will possess the following:
A valid Alberta Teaching Certificate
Shall be a dynamic student-centered educator committed to maximizing learning in a safe and caring environment
Experience and/or training in the application of Assessment for Learning strategies, embedded formative assessment, and varied summative assessments is essential
Possess a strong background in the use of technology to enhance student learning
Ability to create a positive learning environment and foster positive professional relationships with students
Is dependable with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate in a team setting
Demonstrates a strong commitment to professional growth and continually increasing their effectiveness as an educator
A willingness to participate in extracurricular activities would be considered an asset
Wainwright Elementary School is a Kindergarten to Grade 6 school. We have a 3 year old "Little Leaders" and a Pre-K (4 year old) program housed in the building. We are a "Leader In Me" school in which our students take on responsibility and lead by example.
Wainwright, Canada is a unique town in Alberta that has a strong, vibrant & friendly community spirit. Wainwright is located in East Central Alberta at the intersection of Buffalo Trail-Highway 41 and Poundmaker Trail-Highway 14, near the beautiful Battle River Valley. We have a rich history that is highlighted and preserved throughout the area that focuses on our community's past. Living the good life in Wainwright means local full service health service and educational infrastructure, an atmospheric Main street, advanced recreational amenities and many annual events. Wainwright's population is a vibrant 6270 (plus 60 0at CFB Wainwright) and growing.
Applicants are required to provide their most recent performance evaluation or field experience report, this is to be uploaded under additional documents. Contact information for 3 professional references must be included in your online profile.
By virtue of the submission of an application, the applicant consents/agrees that the principal or designate can contact current or previous employers for the purpose of conducting confidential reference checks whether or not the applicant has listed a reference for that employer and contacting references. Initial reference checks may be sent by email so please ensure your online profile includes reference email addresses.
An original acceptable criminal records check with vulnerable sector check will be a condition of employment.
Closing:
Applications must be submitted online, via Apply to Education. Only online applications will be accepted.
If you require assistance with the application system, please contact Apply to Education at 1-877-900-5627 or email info@applytoeducation.com.
Deadline: Open until filled, rolling resume review starting October 2nd, 2024.
For further information, please contact:
Kimberly DeFord, Principal
Wainwright Elementary School
Phone: 780-842-3361
All applications received by the deadline will be considered. Only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
