Senior High ELA Teacher (Probationary)
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Location: Calgary Christian Secondary School
Anticipated Start Date: August 21, 2026
Anticipated End Date: June 30, 2027
Assignment: Senior High ELA Teacher
FTE: 1.0 FTE Probationary
The Palliser School Division is committed to engendering and supporting
the values of the broader society: empathy, integrity, respect, trust, and
responsibility. If the children of this community are to realize these values,
the division acknowledges its responsibility to provide an exemplary education.
Students come first. Learning is our central purpose. Public education serves
the common good. The Palliser School Division encourages an inclusive and equitable
workplace, which supports our diverse student and employee community. We
encourage all applicants to join our dynamic, diverse, and collaborative
culture and welcome applications from all qualified individuals.
Located in the City of
Calgary and supporting students from Kindergarten to Grade 12, Calgary
Christian School invites motivated educators to apply for the 1.0 FTE Full-Time
Probationary Senior High ELA Teaching position available August 21, 2026. Calgary Christian School is a community,
called and dedicated to integrate faith and learning, reaching for excellence
in equipping responsive citizens of God’s Kingdom through Christ-centered
educational environment. The campus is located in the west end of Calgary and
welcomes staff, students and the community into a family atmosphere while
ensuring a safe and secure facility with loving and caring teachers.
When you apply to the
Palliser School Division, you can feel good about serving our future leaders
and contributing to student success.
Benefits:
Responsibilities:
- Establishes clear objectives and outlines for
courses of study, following curriculum guidelines or requirements of
Alberta Education, and communicates these objectives to students.
- Prepares for assigned classes, and
demonstrates written evidence of preparation upon request.
- Prepares materials for learning, and
classrooms for activities, as appropriate.
- Instructs using a variety of instructional
approaches appropriate for grade level, student needs and program focus.
Plans and conducts activities for a balanced program of instruction,
demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to
observe, question, and investigate. Assigns lessons and corrects homework.
- Observes and evaluates students' performance,
behavior, social development, and physical health. Prepares, administers,
and grades a variety of student evaluative tools such as projects, tests,
assignments in order to evaluate students' progress. Maintains accurate,
complete, and correct student records as required.
- Establishes and enforces rules for behavior
and procedures for maintaining order and safety among the students for
whom they are responsible, under the guidance of the Principal. Enforces
all administrative policies and rules governing students.
- Meets with other professionals to discuss
individual students' needs and progress. Confers with parents or
guardians, other teachers, counselors, and administrators in order to
discuss children's progress and resource needs, and to resolve students'
behavioral and academic problems, as appropriate.
- Confers with other staff members to plan and
schedule lessons promoting learning, following approved curricula.
- Collaborates with other teachers and
administrators in the development, evaluation, and revision of school
programs.
- Attends professional meetings, educational
conferences, and teacher training workshops in order to maintain and
improve professional competence. Attends staff meetings, and serves on
staff committees as required.
- Prepares students for later grades by
encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with
challenging tasks. Adapts teaching methods and instructional materials to
meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Prepares and implements remedial programs for
students requiring extra help. Instructs and monitors students in the use
and care of equipment and materials, in order to prevent injury and
damage. Provides special needs students with assistive devices, supportive
technology, and assistance accessing facilities such as restrooms, as
necessary.
- Plans and supervises class projects, field
trips, visits by guest speakers or other experiential activities, as
appropriate, and guides students in learning from such activities. Uses
computers, multi-media, and other equipment and materials to support the
learning process.
- Organizes and supervises recreational and
other activities as appropriate, to promote physical, mental, and social
development. Sponsors extracurricular activities such as clubs, student
organizations, and academic contests, as appropriate.
- Performs supervisory duties, as assigned, such
as hall, cafeteria and playground monitoring, and bus loading and
unloading.
- Plans assignments for Education Assistants,
Special Education and other classroom support staff as appropriate, and
assists the Principal in their supervision and evaluation of performance.
- Performs other related tasks as appropriate, including
organizing materials, displaying students' work, as assigned
Experience & Qualifications:
- Alberta
Teaching Certificate;
- Previous
experience administering high school curriculum;
- Valid
Criminal Record Check (including Vulnerable Sector).
- Valid and
current Alberta Teaching Certificate (required)
- Strong
foundational knowledge of the Bible and Christian theology.
- A vibrant
and growing personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
- Demonstrated
passion for discipleship and student mentorship.
- Commitment
to Christian education and the mission of the school.
Skills and Competencies:
- Confidence,
skill, knowledge and understanding of differentiated instruction, student
engagement, and assessment practices
- Strong work
ethic
- Ability to
relate well with students, staff and parents
- An ethic of
service to students, colleagues, and community
- Strong
interpersonal skills combined with the ability to create positive
relationships and establish rapport
- Trustworthiness
and integrity
- Excellent
communication, organization, and classroom management skills.
- Commitment
to the Palliser Policy-Governance model
- Ability to
articulate a coherent understanding of educational aims
- Commitment
to fostering collaborative working relationships
- Ability to manage
professional learning time and be a self-starter
- Commitment
to personal lifelong learning
- Commitment
to the lifelong quest for self-understanding
- Commitment
to strengthening communication skills.
- Applications
will not be reviewed unless supporting documents include a Statement of
personal Christian Faith and a Pastoral reference letter.
To support the Faith-Based Vision of the school and the society, the
teacher should also possess:
- A commitment
to Christian education.
- Provide a
Statement of personal Christian Faith detailing a commitment to Christian
Faith and education, with an accompanied letter of Pastoral reference
(required).
In order to maintain a safe and secure working environment, applicants
new to The Palliser School Division must provide:
- Criminal
Record Check, including vulnerable sector check from Local Police Service
or RCMP detachment;
- Social
Insurance Number (SIN) card or document issued by Service Canada; SIN
card/document must be in current legal name.
- Name on SIN
card/document must match your Government Issued ID and Criminal Record
Check;
- Government
issued ID - valid driver's license, valid passport or Nexus card.
Please ensure you attach the following documentation to your
application:
- Cover letter
directed to Kirsten Klingvall, Principal, Calgary Christian
Secondary School;
- Resume
summarizing training and experience;
- Copy of your
most recent evaluation;
- Valid
Alberta Teaching Certificate;
- Personal
Statement of Faith;
- Pastoral
Reference letter;
- Minimum of
three professional references.
We thank all those who apply, but only those candidates selected for an
interview will be contacted.
By virtue of the submission of an application, the applicant agrees that
the superintendent or designate can contact previous employers for the purpose
of conducting confidential reference checks whether or not the applicant has
listed a reference for that employer.
Ms. Audrey Kluin, Deputy
Superintendent HR
Palliser School Division
https://www.pallisersd.ab.ca/
https://www.pallisersd.ab.ca/hr/career-opportunities
