The Muslim Association of Canada (MAC) is a nationally incorporated charity with chapters in 13 cities across Canada. We are currently seeking teachers to join our team at the MAC Islamic School in Calgary, Alberta.
MAC Islamic School is looking for an exceptional, dynamic, qualified, and experienced Alberta Certified Math and Science Teacher for Grades 6, 7, 8 & 9
You must hold a valid Alberta teaching certificate or a valid Alberta Education interim certificate.
Qualifications
- Alberta Teaching certification (required)
- Outstanding teaching evaluations and professional letters of reference
- Experience working with students with Learning Disabilities and/or ADHD preferred
Demonstrated Skills and Competencies
- Outstanding instructional and classroom management skills
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Personal integrity and trustworthiness
- Ability to establish trust and rapport with students
- Comfort and competency working with computers and other technologies to support student learning
- Ability to respect and value all individuals with sensitivity to diversity
Application Form and other Documents
- Cover letter
- Resume
- References
- Police check – working with vulnerable populations (prior to employment)
Requirements and Qualities
- Ability to adapt to a changing environment with a flexible, versatile, and positive approach to new assignments
- Effective communication skills with Administration, students, and parents
- Competence in executing pre-planned lessons, delivering Alberta Education curriculum, and effective class management
- Respect for Islamic faith and culture
Related Tasks
- Carries out the program of study as prescribed by the classroom teacher in the lesson plan.
- Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
- Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and objectives as per lessons.
- Employs instructional methods and materials deemed appropriate for meeting lesson objectives.
- Maintains a neat and orderly classroom. Straightens chairs, tables, clear whiteboard, etc.
- Takes attendance in accordance with school procedures.
- Ensures that the students are never left unattended in the classroom.
- Performs duties like monitoring students in outdoor supervision.
- Familiarity with the emergency evacuation routes and the nearest exit to the assigned classroom.
- Takes appropriate measures when handling student conflict, disruption and/or misbehavior.
- Follows school procedures and regulations.
Contract length: 10 months
Start date: 2024-08-26
End date: 2025-06-27
Job type: Full-time, Contract
