What if your classroom was also a launchpad for careers?
This hybrid role sits at the exciting intersection of teaching and industry engagement. You will work directly with students to explore vocational pathways, manage off-campus education programs, and build the employer connections that turn a student's future from uncertain to full of possibility.
ABOUT THE BUSY SCHOOL
The BUSY School Calgary is a newly approved Charter School opening in August 2026, created to re-engage young people in Grades 10 to 12 who have stepped away from traditional education. We combine a high school diploma pathway with real-world vocational training, giving students the skills, confidence, and connections they need to launch into meaningful careers. We are mission-driven, relationship-first, and genuinely different.
ABOUT THE ROLE
As Employment Pathways Teacher, you will hold both a teaching qualification and a deep commitment to career development. You will oversee the school's off-campus education programming, source work experience and apprenticeship opportunities, and provide personalised support to help each student find their career footing. You will also deliver classroom teaching as part of your broader role.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Build and maintain relationships with employers, industry groups, and registered training organisations
- Manage and supervise off-campus education programs in line with Alberta Education guidelines
- Provide personalised case management to guide students through vocational pathways
- Source work experience placements, apprenticeships, and registered training opportunities
- Engage students through workplace visits, guest speakers, and work readiness programs
- Record and report on student progress and employment outcomes
- Deliver classroom teaching duties as per the Teacher Position Description
WHAT YOU'LL BRING
- A valid Alberta Teaching Certificate
- A bachelor's degree in education or equivalent qualification for secondary teaching
- Experience in vocational education pathways and funding frameworks
- Strong networking and relationship-building skills with employers and industry
- Knowledge of apprenticeship programs and registered training organisations
- Experience working with disengaged youth (highly desirable)
- Excellent time management, documentation, and compliance skills
WHY JOIN US
- Be part of building something brand new from the ground up
- Work alongside a passionate team united by a shared mission
- Make a tangible difference in the lives of young Calgarians
- Live our values every day: Inclusive, Excellent, Resilient, Honest, and Innovative
- Contribute to a school model that is changing what education can look like
All applicants must be able to meet Child Safety requirements, including regular police vetting.
Apply now through Indeed and tell us about a student career outcome you helped make happen.
Pay: $68,000.00-$82,858.00 per year
Application question(s):
- Are you able to meet the child-safety compliance required under Alberta legislation?
- How many years of experience do you have working with disengaged, at-risk, or diverse secondary students?
- What are your salary expectations for this role? (Please provide an annual figure in CAD)
Work Location: In person
