Description
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 12,000 rural and urban students among 23 sites, including outreach schools and alternative education programs.
Our values are what guide us. We assure supportive learning environments, meaningful experiences and healthy relationships that create opportunities to develop resilience, to gain diversity in perspectives and to achieve enduring success for both staff and students.
PSD has a unique teaching opportunity that allows you to join our division and get to work, live and play in the close-knit rural community of Fort Chipewyan, Alberta, at the Athabasca Delta Community School. This is an opportunity to belong to this northern community while being a part of an urban/rural school division in the greater Edmonton area.
This teaching opportunity offers the best of both worlds-a real chance to engage, enjoy and explore!. You become a part of Parkland School Division, a dynamic and progressive school authority dedicated to pursuing excellence in education for all students, while enjoying the surroundings and incredible work-life balance of living in a close-knit community that fully embraces land-based learning. You will receive all of the advantages of working for PSD, including a top-quality benefits package and staff wellness programs and supports. Additional benefits to living in Fort Chipewyan include:
higher pay
northern living allowance
paid flights
housing (rental) available
Parkland School Division, centered in Treaty 6 Territory, is highly respected within the provincial education community and continues to strengthen that distinct reputation by focusing on the needs of staff, students and families. It is an organization where all are welcome and will find support and encouragement as they become a part of our children’s learning.
About Fort Chipewyan:
Sitting at the northwest tip of Lake Athabasca, Fort Chipewyan is one of the most northern communities in the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo, one that strives for a balance between urban and natural settings in Treaty 8 Territory. There are about 980 residents living in the hamlet, making it the second-largest community in the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo. Many of the residents of Fort Chipewyan are Mikisew Cree First Nation, Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation, and Fort Chipewyan Métis. Surrounded by nature, Fort Chipewyan is a fly in community.
This position will remain open until filled.
The Parkland School Division currently has a Full-time (1.0 FTE) teaching position available at Athabasca Delta Community School in Fort Chipewyan, Alberta . We are seeking an Outdoor Kindergarten teacher to join our team that embodies these two aspects of an educator:
Growth Mindset
Are you passionate about nurturing young minds and believing in the limitless potential of every child? Our innovative kindergarten is seeking enthusiastic educators who embody a growth mindset. We value teachers who are committed to learning and evolving, view challenges as opportunities, and inspire their students to embrace the same positive outlook. Join us if you're eager to foster a dynamic classroom environment where creativity, resilience, and a love of learning thrive. Together, we can shape a future where every child develops the confidence and skills to grow endlessly.
Outdoor Educator
Are you a passionate educator and a love for the great outdoors? Our unique kindergarten program is looking for dynamic teachers eager to explore outdoor education while embracing and promoting Indigenous ways of knowing. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to work closely with the community, fostering a learning environment that values respect for nature and cultural heritage. This position is perfect for those who believe in the power of learning through experience, are ready to tackle challenges with enthusiasm, and wish to inspire a new generation to grow, respect, and thrive within their natural and cultural landscapes. Join us in shaping holistic, community-centred education paths where every child can connect, discover, and learn in the spirit of openness and endless possibility.
We are on the lookout for educators who are not just passionate about teaching but are also eager to embrace the land as a vital educational tool. If you thrive in environments that require collaboration and co-learning with the community, this is the place for you. In this role, you will actively engage with local traditions, contribute to sustainable practices, and help integrate these into the curriculum. This position offers a unique chance to both teach and continuously learn from Dene, Cree and Metis partners, broadening your understanding of diverse cultures and ecosystems through hands-on experiences. It's an opportunity to grow professionally and personally while making a lasting impact on the community and the young minds you'll mentor. Join us in this enriching journey where education goes beyond the classroom, and every day is an adventure in learning and teaching together.
Function and Purpose of Position
Our teachers collaborate and engage with students, parents and our communities to create learning environments to promote student success. You value the inclusion and diversity in our schools along with supporting student well-being, integrity and fairness to contribute to all students.
Teachers will:
Work under the supervision of the Principal
Work one-on-one, in small groups and/or in a classroom setting with students
Work with a particular special needs student or a group of students within a class or in a special program
Work as part of a multidisciplinary team
Work as a member of a Professional Learning Community
As a teacher, you are responsible to demonstrate the competencies and abilities of the Alberta Education Teaching Quality Standard. You will work with students to teach the programs of study and have the ability to differentiate and adapt the curriculum for all learners. As a member of the school, you will collaborate with staff to enable a welcoming, safe and respected environment for every students.
Instructional Support
Apply effective planning, instruction, and assessment practices to meet the learning needs of every student.
Able to provide evidence to support student learning by using a wide range of assessment tools and strategies.
Able to use and integrate technology as a tool for teaching and learning for students to meet learning outcomes.
Able to use a variety of teaching and learning strategies that can accommodate the learning needs of all learners.
Able to integrate experiential and/or inquiry-based learning opportunities into the curriculum.
Continuously enable students to develop literacy and numeracy skills Provide timely feedback on student learning.
Able to differentiate, modify and adapt the program for individual students.
In collaboration with the student support team, implement Individual Education Plans (IEP).
Apply foundational knowledge about First Nations, Métis and Inuit for the benefit of all students.
Behaviour
Prepare, observe, document and monitor individual student progress and behavior.
Maintaining a safe and secure environment for both students and staff through the application of behavioural management strategies such as de-escalation methods and nonviolent crisis intervention techniques.
Deal with student behaviour and determine classroom discipline, if required.
Communication and Reporting
Able to establish and maintain positive relationships with students, staff, parents, and the greater community
Maintain up-to-date records of assessments, attendance, planning, reports and communication to parents.
Maintain a home-school communication using various techniques i.e paper agenda, google classroom , emails, verbal conversation, etc.
Classroom Preparation
Able to develop a positive learning environment in the classroom for students
Effective time and classroom management strategies to encourage positive environment along with opportunities for student leadership
Able to collaborate with students to encourage problem solving, critical thinking skills and develop a sense of classroom community and trust.
Supervise Students
Supervise and assist students in preparing for field trips and/or special activities (preparation for swimming lessons, skating, etc.).
Able to work in a variety of environments and conditions (e.g. swimming, playground equipment, community facilities).
Able to provide active supervision and support with students in typical school related physical activities for full work hours (including gym, playground equipment, track and field, classroom and hallways.
Supervise small groups during field trips or special activities.
Assist students boarding and disembarking from buses, if needed.
Student Personal Development
Promote building positive self-esteem and self-confidence of students.
Encourage students to participate in classroom activities to build social skills.
Provide and encourage routine and repetitive personal care to students.
Administer first aid as required.
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 Early Years level would be an asset
ii) Strong background in assessment as well as differentiating instruction experience is a definite asset
Equivalencies will be considered.
Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes
Good oral and written communication skills
Good interpersonal skills
A good sense of humour
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, having clear rules and guidelines for their work, and finding innovative ways to handle situations.
Working Conditions
Teachers work outside except in unpermit weather conditions as per Administrative Procedure.
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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We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
