Junior High School Math Teacher (Temporary)
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Location: Coalhurst High School
Anticipated Start Date: August 21, 2026
Anticipated End
Date:
April 29, 2027 (or
return of incumbent)
Assignment: Junior High Math Teacher
FTE: 1.0 (Temporary)
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.
Located in the Town of
Coalhurst and supporting Grades 7 to 12, Coalhurst High School invites motivated educators to apply for the Temporary, Full-Time teaching position
available starting August 21, 2026.
Coalhurst High School offers a broad
academic program complemented by elective courses. The drama program at
Coalhurst High has been highly regarded and well supported be the entire
community. It was also featured
prominently in Alberta Views, a provincial publication. Since 1997, Coalhurst
High has been making an effort to develop complementary courses in Career and
Technology Studies. The acquisition of equipment to support these kinds of courses
can be expensive and we happily receive donations of tools and other resources.
Coalhurst High also offers a Distance Education component utilizing the
services of Alberta Distance Learning Consortium.
When you apply to the
Palliser School Division, you can feel good about serving our future leaders
and contributing to student success.
Benefits:
This assignment qualifies for a comprehensive and robust benefit
package (ASEBP) per the ATA Collective Agreement.
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 junior high school curriculum;
- Successful
Criminal Reference Check, including vulnerable sectors (within 3 months of
contract start date)
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
- 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.
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 Charlene
Grimes
, Principal,
Coalhurst High School;
- Resume
summarizing training and experience;
- Copy
of your most recent evaluation;
- Copy
of your valid Alberta Teaching Certificate;
- 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
