Description
Teacher - Grade 5
Temporary - August 26 - October 24, 2024 or return of the incumbent
Location Christina Gordon Public School
FTE 1.0
Start Date August 26, 2024
Closing Date Open Until Filled
Requirements:
Bachelor of Education
Desired Qualifications/Skills. The ideal candidate would possess the following background, philosophy, and experience:
Proven successful teaching experience in a Division 2 classroom.
Have a strong knowledge of the Alberta Elementary curriculum.
Possess knowledge and skills in evidence-based instructional practices in literacy and numeracy.
Have an ability to design and implement Individual Program Plans.
Have demonstrated ability creating a classroom characterized by inclusion, equity and differentiated instruction.
Previous experience in establishing strong positive connection with students outside the classroom (ie. clubs and teams)
Possess superior organizational and interpersonal skills.
Have demonstrated support of Healthy Schools working towards a Healthy Planet in High Achieving school district".
Have proven themselves to be a team player and a positive staff member.
Have training in The Leader in Me (TLIM) OR be willing to participate in training provided and fully implement and support TLIM at Christina Gordon.
Exhibit a strong work ethic and be willing to put in the effort required in the opening of a new school.
Be flexible and willing to adapt to the inevitable challenges that will come with the opening of a new school.
Be open to new programs and initiatives.
Be a reflective practitioner.
Be willing to participate in the school community beyond the classroom.
Recognize the importance of promoting the school with parents and in the community.
Proven ability to build positive and collaborative relationships with students, parents and colleagues.
Demonstrated commitment to maintaining regular positive communications with parents.
Have skill in involving parents as partners. (parental involvement).
Demonstrate a commitment to continuous professional growth.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Resumes and other relevant documents will be accepted by clicking on the “APPLY” tab for the specific posting on the Job Connect and follow the application instructions. THIS IS THE PREFERRED METHOD TO RECEIVE APPLICATIONS.
If you have any questions regarding this posting you may email hr@fmpsd.ab.ca.
All candidates must hold or be able to obtain an Alberta Teaching Certificate, have knowledge of curriculum and teaching experience at those levels/subject areas and demonstrated interpersonal and classroom management skills.
The successful candidate will be required to provide a criminal record/vulnerable sector check which will be reviewed to ensure suitability of the candidate for the position.
FMPSD may contact past and present employers for references. All FMPSD employees are expected to be computer literate; this includes fluency with e-mail, internet, MS Office, Google mail, docs and sheets.
Only those applications submitted and received by 4 pm on the closing date will be considered for this position.
