Aspen View Public Schools, with a division office located in the town of Athabasca, is a rural school division providing diverse and innovative programming to students in a number of communities. The division is unique in that it is surrounded by a multitude of lakes, golf courses and trails that appeal to an active, outdoor lifestyle while still being in close proximity to larger urban centers.
Vilna School and the Vilna Outreach Achievement Academy (VOCAA) are located in the hamlet of Vilna in Smoky Lake County, serving students from preschool (age 3) through Grade 12. The school provides a safe, caring, and inclusive environment grounded in strong relationships, compassion, and a focus on literacy, numeracy, and self-regulation. Daily reading interventions and a supportive instructional approach help ensure that students grow academically, socially, and emotionally.
Vilna School offers a broad range of junior and senior high programs, including Robotics, STEM, Foods, and Outdoor Education, along with hands-on career exploration. A comprehensive graduation and career guidance program supports students as they plan for their futures, and extracurricular sports contribute to teamwork, confidence, and school engagement.
Flexible programming, restorative practices, and a teacher advisory model help meet the diverse needs of students. A dedicated student support team provides academic, wellness, and cultural support. Indigenous culture is an integral part of the school community, including a daily smudge ceremony. The school also offers full-day Kindergarten (Monday–Friday) and a half-day Great Beginnings Program (Monday–Thursday), and provides a free daily breakfast and nutritious hot lunch program to help every student start the day ready to learn.
Vilna School is recruiting to a dynamic junior high generalist teacher with a specialization in art, music or drama. Cree/Metis/Indigenous language and cultural knowledge would be considered an asset.
This position will commence August 26, 2026, the start of the 2026-2027 school year.
Additional information may be obtained from Ashley Bodnar, Principal at 780-636-3651.
Applications may be . This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is , however, applications received by June 5, 2026 will receive careful consideration. Please include an updated resume, two professional references and a copy of Alberta Teacher Certification. A current criminal record check including vulnerable sector check and child intervention check, dated within the past six (6) months, must be provided prior to an employment contract being offered.
We appreciate interest in this position; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Please note references may be contacted as part of the shortlisting process.
