Substitute Teacher Grades 1 - Grade 9

The Muslim Association of Canada (MAC) is a nationally incorporated charity with chapters in 13 cities across Canada. We are currently seeking Certified Teachers to join our team at the MAC Islamic School in Calgary, Alberta. MAC Islamic School is looking for exceptional, dynamic, qualified, and experienced certified teachers for part-time positions in Calgary.

Qualifications

You must hold a valid Alberta teaching certificate or a valid Alberta interim teaching certificate.

General Responsibilities

In the absence of the regular classroom teacher, your role is to help students learn subject matter and skills within the scope of pre-planned scheduled lessons and to provide meaningful instruction. As a substitute teacher, you are responsible for delivering course content, academic support, and student supervision throughout the school day. The tasks generally include implementing lesson plans, facilitating small groups, while monitoring students. You report directly to the school Principal.

Qualities and Requirements

• Ability to adapt to a changing environment with a flexible, versatile, and positive approach to new assignments
• Effective communication skills with Administration, and students
• Competence in executing pre-planned lessons, delivering Alberta Education curriculum, and effective class management
• Respect of Islamic faith and Muslim culture

Related Tasks:

• Reports to the main office upon arrival; signs in and out
• Carries out the lesson plan as prescribed by the classroom teacher
• Maintains a positive a classroom environment
• Maintains a neat and orderly classroom
• Takes attendance following school procedures
• Ensures that the students are never left unattended in the classroom
• Performs duties required of the absent teacher, including outdoor supervision
• Familiar with the emergency evacuation routes and the nearest exit to the classroom assigned
• Takes appropriate measures when handling student conflict, disruption and misbehavior
• Follows school procedures and regulations

Upon initial acceptance, the following documents are required:

• Updated Resume
• Valid Teaching Certificate
• Recent Vulnerable Police Check
• Evaluation/TQS if available
• Reference letters
• Valid First Aid Certificate (optional)

MAC Islamic School is a vibrant, growing school environment where the love of learning happens because of dedicated teachers such as you!