Teacher, Full-Time, Temporary: Science&Mathematics, Western Alberta (Jasper)

Teacher at Parkland Composite High School Position: Teacher, Full-Time, Interim: Science&Mathematics

Start Date: Upon mutually agreeable date until June 30, 2026 or the return of the incumbent, whichever occurs sooner.

Hours of Work: 1.0 FTE Monday-Friday

This competition will remain open until suitable candidate found.

Parkland Composite High School is located in Edson, Alberta in the Grande Yellowhead Public School Division. A high school providing excellent education to approximately 600 students in grades 9-12.

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.

Performs other related duties as assigned by the Principal to support the effective operation of the school.

Preferred candidate will have experience in high school mathematics and science; however, assignment flexibility may be considered based on the candidate’s skills and qualifications.

More information about the Role Of The Teacher can be found here:

Requirements

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.

Division Details Grande Yellowhead School Division (GYPSD) 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 Four Main Priorities

Student Learning

Teaching and Leadership Excellence

Community Engagement

System Health and Wellness

GYPSD schools offer a broad range of JK-12 programs. Principals focus on strong instructional leadership using generative dialogue to support teacher growth and supervision.

The Division is recognized for its dedication to integrating strong literacy practices throughout the curriculum, promoting inclusive education, and implementing innovative technology programs.

Committed to ongoing professional development, the Division offers each teacher and principal the opportunity to apply for up to $2,500 annually to support their professional learning. Additionally, educators pursuing a Master’s, Doctorate, or Leadership Quality Standard Program may apply for an extra $2,000 per year to further support their educational advancement.

Benefits Of GYPSD Health and Wellness Spending Account: $725 per year.

Available Leaves

Personal leave of absence, 4 days per school year

May accumulate up to 11 total personal leave days, see the Local ATA Collective Agreement for further details.

Sick leave, up to 90 days leave

Family Medical Leave, up to 3 days per school year

Bereavement/Critical Care Leave

Deferred Salary Leave Plan

Application Requirements

Cover Letter

Resume

Transcripts

Evaluations

Contact information for a minimum of three employment-related references

Note: We thank all applicants for their interest but advise that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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

Valid Criminal Record with Vulnerable Sector Check

Valid Alberta Government Child Intervention Record Check

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