Grade 1 Teacher - full-time

AURORA ACADEMIC

CHARTER SCHOOL

Grade 1 Elementary Teacher, 1.0 FTE Probationary Application Deadline: applications taken until a suitable applicant is hired

Aurora Academic Charter School (AACS) is proud to be a leading choice for families seeking a highly structured and academically enriched education. Our vision is to inspire students through structured and innovative learning environments. Guided by our mission to empower academic excellence in a student-centred setting, we work in close partnership with families to foster growth and achievement. Our core values—Innovation, Hard Work, Empowerment, Respect, Integrity, Empathy, and Compassion anchor our commitment to nurturing success for every student.

Competition 2026-110

Location: Aurora Academic Charter School (Sherbrooke Campus)

12245-131 Street NW, Edmonton, AB

Contract: 1.0 FTE Probationary Position: Elementary Grade 1 Start Date: November 16, 2026

Job Details

Aurora Academic Charter School (Sherbrooke Campus) is looking for a grade 1 elementary generalist teacher to lead the class in an academically rigorous program that focuses on literacy and numeracy. The successful candidate will work in a team of grade one teachers to develop and deliver a successful academic program centered around our vision and mission.

Aurora Academic Charter Primary School is a public charter school that believes that all students can achieve excellence within a highly structured direct instruction and strong academic focused environment, specifically in Literacy and Numeracy. Aurora is one of the top 20 elementary schools in Alberta in provincial exam achievement. It is highly structured (desks in rows, students are in uniforms, etc.) and academic programming is rigorous with homework and strong parent support.

Please visit the school website at www.auroraschool.ca to learn more about the unique program offered at Aurora School. Some of the specialized programs include phonics and cursive handwriting. The successful applicant will be expected to attend training in these areas as a condition of employment.

Successful applicants are offered orientation, training, and will work in a challenging and academic environment. School enrollment is currently 850 students and class sizes range from 20 to 24. Salaries are on par with other larger school districts, teachers are associate members of the ATA with a collective agreement, and the school has a team-centered approach with all staff contributing to the development of the school community spirit.

Required General Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Education Degree specializing in Elementary Education
• Knowledge of a student-centered highly structured direct instruction model
• The ability to use technology (especially the Google apps and platform) as a tool to enhance learning
• Must be living in the Edmonton area in order to be contacted and interviewed
• A clear Alberta Teacher Registry

• Short cover letter
• Resume with references' information
• Most recent evaluation (principal, mentor teacher in the AFX, supervisor, etc.)
• Valid Alberta Interim or Professional Teaching Certificate
• Successful candidates will need a current Police Check and Vulnerable Sector Check (current within the past 6 months) from a Canadian police service.
• Current TQS (https://teachers.ab.ca/pay-and-benefits/teacher-qualifications-service)

All completed applications received will be considered. Only shortlisted candidates with all the required documents will be contacted for an interview.