Job Description
Northern Lights Public Schools is located in the heart of Alberta’s Lakeland region, which offers residents a multitude of outdoor recreation opportunities and stunning displays of the Aurora Borealis. The division is focused on ensuring all students have the opportunity to succeed and has designated numeracy and student mental health and wellness as division priorities.
Northern Lights Public Schools invites applications for the following position:
C2324-01 Grade 5 Homeroom / Band Teacher - Aurora Middle School
This is a full-time (1.0 fte) position commencing at the start of the 2023-2024 school year. Aurora Middle School is located in the Town of Lac La Biche with approximately 325 students in grades 4 to 8. Our school prides itself on being a caring, respectful, and safe school. The school is seeking a dedicated and caring teacher to teach grade 5 Homeroom and grade 6/7/8 Band, and who will work collaboratively with the school community to create a welcoming and engaging learning environment where all students learn and excel.
Reporting directly to the principal, the successful candidate will:
Ensure effective planning, instruction and assessment for students
Develop and nurture a positive, supportive and inclusive classroom environment
Create the classroom conditions for students to achieve the outcomes as outlined in the Alberta Curriculum
Interact positively and effectively with a diverse student and parent population
Work collaboratively as a member of a professional learning community
Nurture strong relationships with students, staff, parents and the school community
The successful candidate will possess the following qualifications:
A valid Alberta Teaching Certificate
Previous experience teaching the assigned courses/subjects is an asset
The ability to achieve Alberta Education's Teaching Quality Standards
Excellent interpersonal, communication, organizational and problem-solving skills
Commitment to lifelong learning and professional improvement
How to Apply:
Interested applicants can apply via Apply to Education as per the instructions on the Northern Lights Public Schools website at https://www.nlpsab.ca/. Check your Job Application Log to confirm that you have successfully applied. This position will close on Monday, May 18, 2023 at 4:30 PM.
Northern Lights Public Schools thanks you for your interest, however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.