The Peace River School Division is seeking applications for a Full-Time (1.00 f.t.e.) Elementary French Immersion Teacher at École Springfield Elementary School. This position will commence on August 27, 2026. The initial assignment will include teaching grade one.
This position will remain open until suitable candidate is secured. The Peace River School Division thanks all applicants for their interest in working with our division - only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
is located in the Town of Peace River and has an enrolment of approximately 360 students. Programming at the school consists of English, French Immersion and French Second Language programs for Kindergarten to Grade 4 students.
Peace River is a town in northwest Alberta, Canada. It is along the banks of the Peace River at its confluence with the Smoky River, the Heart River and Pat's Creek. It is approximately 486 kilometers northwest of Edmonton and 198 kilometres northeast of Grande Prairie on Highway 2. For more information on the town and what it has to offer, click
Qualifications:
- BEd, primary focus preferred.
- Evidence of life-long learning or continuous professional development that is reflected in classroom practice.
- Evidence of effective use of technology for communication and teaching practice.
- Effective pedagogical strategies in both numeracy and literacy in primary grades.
- Inclusion mindset and practices.
- School wide involvement.
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Solid French Language Skills
Additional Skills:
- Experience in primary classroom
- Short, mid and long range planning
- Strengths-based focused, pro-active teaching and management
- Effective and balanced assessment strategies
- Solution focused collaboration skills
- Community and family-focused, including building the school community
- Assets: outdoor education focus, play-focused classroom strategies
- Previous experience developing Individual Program Plans for students
Requirements:
- Must hold or be eligible for a valid Alberta Teaching Certificate.
- Provide a current Vulnerable Sector Check, dated within six (6) months of your application.
For instructions on how to apply, visit our Careers page. If you require assistance with the application process, please contact ApplyToEducation at 1-877-900-5625 or email [email protected] or send cover letter, resume, three work related references and supporting documents to:
Audrey Senft, Principal
7701-99 Street, Peace River, AB T8S 1R4
Pease send attachments in PDF format and indicate the position you are applying for in the e-mail subject line.
This teaching position falls under the collective agreement between the .
Annual Salary Range: $ 62, 702 to $ 105, 996 (dependent on experience and education in accordance with the collective agreement between the Alberta Teachers’ Association and the Peace River School Division).
Benefits: The following benefits are available to teaching staff when they commence a teaching position under contract and are working at a 0.20 FTE or greater in accordance with the collective agreement between the ATA and the Peace River School Division:
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Life Insurance
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Disability Benefits
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Extended Health Care
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Vision Care
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Dental Care
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Health Spending Account/Wellness Spending Account
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Employee & Family Assistance Program
Learning Together - Success for All
Building an Equitable and Inclusive Workplace
Peace River School Division is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity and inclusion in our living, learning and work environments. We know that we all share responsibility for creating an equitable, diverse, and inclusive community. This commitment is specifically demonstrated through our dedication to anti-racism and our ongoing work toward Truth and Reconciliation. In pursuit of our values, we seek members who are eager to participate in that shared responsibility.
We actively encourage applications from members of historically and systemically underrepresented groups including but not limited to women, Indigenous people and other members of a visible minority group, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression. We recognize that many of these identities intersect and that equity, diversity and inclusion can be complex. We value the contributions that each person brings and are committed to ensuring full and equal participation for all in our community. We commit to identifying and actively removing systemic barriers to ensure a respectful, safe, and welcoming environment free from discrimination, including racism.
