Full-Time Temporary Teacher - Complexities

The Peace River School Division is seeking applications for a Full-Time (1.0 f.t.e) Temporary Complexity Teacher in Peace River. This position will commence on as soon as possible and contiunue until June 30, 2027.   The initial assignment will include supporting classroom teachers with targeted intervention, in class "push-in" support, regulation, executive functioning and social-emotional learning in a grade 7 - 12 setting.

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 kilometers northeast of Grande Prairie on Highway 2.   For more information on the town and what it has to offer, click here 

Qualifications:

• BEd, secondary focus.
• 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
• Inclusive mindset and practices
• Experience in Coaching and/or Leadership
• School wide involvement
• Experience implementing evidence-based literacy and numeracy strategies in primary grades
• Deep understanding of data-driven literacy and numeracy methodologies
  
   

Additional Skills:

• Extensive experience in Jr/Sr classrooms
• Extensive experience in 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
• Experience planning and implementing inclusive programming for students with complex learning needs  

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.

This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. 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.  Learning Together - Success for All

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 info@applytoeducation.com or send cover letter, resume, three work related references and supporting documents to:  

Amanda Bliska, Director of Learning Services
Peace River School Division
ph: (780) 624-2143  email: bliskaa@prsd.ab.ca 

This teaching position falls under the collective agreement between the Alberta Teachers' Association and the Peace River School Division.

Annual Salary Range: $ 68,516 to $ 115,825 (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:

• Income Replacement Benefits
• Dental & Vision Plan
• Health Care Plan
• Health & Wellness Spending Account
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan
• Pension Plan
• EFAP Program

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.