Are you interested in working with our dynamic and progressive school division to pursue excellence in education for students, professional learning opportunities, a flexible health benefits package, and a workplace that embraces diversity? Then we are the place for you!
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 strive for learning opportunities that are purposeful, essential, relevant, authentic and responsive while aiming for excellence in achievement. PSD also values trustworthy, respectful relationships that promote resilience as students and staff work towards our Ultimate Goal: Student Success & Well-being.
The Parkland School Division currently has a Temporary Full-time (1.0 FTE) teaching position at Spruce Grove Composite High School, in Spruce Grove, Alberta. The successful applicant will provide instruction for Construction to CTS Students in Grade 10, 11 and 12 along with other courses as needed.

You will be responsible for:

• Creating, delivering and assessing programming to support students in developing their academic, social, emotional, and personal management skills
• Delivering programming with the goal of integrating students into a typical classroom and supporting students as they transition
• Designing learning opportunities that meet individual students’ needs
• Working effectively as a team member with school staff, school support team members, and community agency personnel
• Ensuring strong supervision and monitoring processes are in place
• Supporting families in addressing needs related to their child’s learning.
• Ensuring strong routines and consistent expectations are maintained

COMMUNITY LIVING AND VOCATIONAL SKILLS

• Assist students to be integrated into the regular classroom.
• Facilitate the development of social skills.
• Assist students in recreation activities (crafts, preparing meals).
• Travel with individuals or small groups to community outings.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

a) Education:
i) Bachelor of Education Degree, Secondary with a major/minor in CTS in Construction as a specialty
ii) Valid Alberta Teaching Certificate
iii) Nonviolent Crisis Intervention, First Aid and Mental Health First Aid would be an asset.

b) Experience:

• Experience teaching all levels of high school and upper levels of these classes including K&E Programming
• Journeyman Certificate Preferred
• Background and skill set in all levels of Senior High Construction
• Sound understanding of curricula and assessment
• Good Organization and classroom management with thorough understanding of High School Redesign
• Capable of building positive relationships with students, parents and staff
• Team player with strong communication skills who understands the importance of flexible programming for students
• Enjoys flexibility in the classroom with a focus on student centered learning

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 (especially physically, emotionally and behaviorally challenged children), having clear rules and guidelines for their work, and finding innovative ways to handle situations.

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 Teachers’ Association Teaching Quality Standards. 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.

You will be responsible for:

• Creating, delivering and assessing programming to support students in developing their academic, social, emotional, and personal management skills
• Delivering programming with the goal of integrating students into a typical classroom and supporting students as they transition
• Designing learning opportunities that meet individual students’ needs
• Working effectively as a team member with school staff, school support team members, and community agency personnel
• Ensuring strong supervision and monitoring processes are in place
• Supporting families in addressing needs related to their child’s learning.
• Ensuring strong routines and consistent expectations are maintaine