Job Description
Summary:
Elementary Teacher needed for a school offering a dynamic learning environment aligned with the IB PYP framework.
About the School:
The school is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment that encourages innovation, creativity, and academic excellence.
The Opportunity:
As an Elementary Teacher, you will play a vital role in shaping young minds and delivering a high-quality education aligned with the Alberta Education curriculum and the IB Primary Years Programme. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of students from Senior Kindergarten to Grade 6.
Key Responsibilities:
- Teach students in Senior Kindergarten to Grade 6 using a generalist classroom approach.
- Align instruction with the Alberta Education curriculum and the IB PYP framework.
- Develop and implement engaging lesson plans that promote student learning and achievement.
- Foster a positive, inclusive classroom environment that supports student well-being and social development.
- Collaborate with colleagues to support student learning and school-wide initiatives.
- Monitor and assess student progress through a variety of formative and summative assessments.
- Communicate regularly with parents and guardians to support student success.
- Participate in professional development and school community events.
Qualifications & Skills:
Required
- Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field.
- Valid Alberta teaching certification.
- Minimum of 2 years of teaching experience in a primary or elementary setting.
- Strong knowledge of the Alberta Education curriculum and the IB PYP framework.
- Excellent communication and classroom management skills.
Preferred
- Experience teaching in an international or IB school setting.
- Fluency in a second language.
- Experience with differentiated instruction and inclusive education practices.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Supportive and collaborative school culture.
- Access to comprehensive health and wellness benefits.