Playschool Teacher

Location: John Davidson School
The Palliser School Division is committed to engendering and supporting the values of the broader society: empathy, integrity, respect, trust, and responsibility. If the children of this community are to realize these values, the division acknowledges its responsibility to provide an exemplary education. Public education serves the common good. The Palliser School Division encourages an inclusive and equitable workplace, which supports our diverse student and employee community. Located in the town of Coaldale and supporting students from Pre-School to Grade 12, John Davidson School invites motivated educators to apply for apply for this Probationary, Part-Time Grade 3/4 teaching assignment starting August 26, 2024. John Davidson School is an alternative program for Low German-speaking Mennonite children . The school teaches full Alberta curriculum in English, in a setting that respects families’ culture and language. In addition, students have German and Bible-time class. When you apply to the Palliser School Division, you can feel good about serving our future leaders and contributing to student success.
Alberta School Employee Benefit Plan (ASEBP) coverage (as per collective agreement).

Establishes clear objectives and outlines for courses of study, following curriculum guidelines or requirements of Alberta Education, and communicates these objectives to students. Assigns lessons and corrects homework.
Observes and evaluates students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health. Prepares, administers, and grades a variety of student evaluative tools such as projects, tests, assignments in order to evaluate students' progress. Enforces all administrative policies and rules governing students.
Confers with parents or guardians, other teachers, counselors, and administrators in order to discuss children's progress and resource needs, and to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems, as appropriate.
Collaborates with other teachers and administrators in the development, evaluation, and revision of school programs. Attends professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops in order to maintain and improve professional competence. Adapts teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests. Prepares and implements remedial programs for students requiring extra help. Provides special needs students with assistive devices, supportive technology, and assistance accessing facilities such as restrooms, as necessary.
Plans and supervises class projects, field trips, visits by guest speakers or other experiential activities, as appropriate, and guides students in learning from such activities. Uses computers, multi-media, and other equipment and materials to support the learning process. Organizes and supervises recreational and other activities as appropriate, to promote physical, mental, and social development. Sponsors extracurricular activities such as clubs, student organizations, and academic contests, as appropriate. Performs supervisory duties, as assigned, such as hall, cafeteria and playground monitoring, and bus loading and unloading.
Plans assignments for Education Assistants, Special Education and other classroom support staff as appropriate, and assists the Principal in their supervision and evaluation of performance.
Alberta Teaching Certificate;
Previous experience administering elementary school curriculum;
Successful Criminal Reference Check, including vulnerable sectors (within 3 months of contract start date) .
An ethic of service to students, colleagues, and community
Commitment to the Palliser Policy-Governance model
Commitment to personal lifelong learning
In order to maintain a safe and secure working environment, applicants new to The Palliser School Division must provide:

Criminal Record Check, including vulnerable sector check from Local Police Service or RCMP detachment;
Social Insurance Number (SIN) card or document issued by Service Canada; SIN card/document must be in current legal name. Government issued ID - valid driver's license, valid passport or Nexus card.
Cover letter directed to Fred Jack , Principal, John Davidson School ;
Resume summarizing training and experience;
Copy of your valid Alberta Teaching Certificate;
Palliser School Division


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