Substitute Teachers

The Horizon School Division is looking for Substitute Teachers dedicated to providing a quality instruction and education to students in the absence of the regular teacher. Substitute teachers play an important role serving our 20 schools and 19 colony schools. Horizon School Division is committed to engaging and empowering all learners and prioritizes strong instruction, response to intervention, and wellness.

Substitute Teacher Responsibilities:

maintain a safe and healthy learning environment for the students

promote continued learning

follow lesson plans created by the teacher

if necessary, create his/her own lesson plans in accordance with the Alberta Education Programs of Study and the absent teacher’s unit plans and/or long range plans.

ensure that the classroom is running smoothly

clear, concise communication with the absent teacher

adhere to the same roles and responsibilities as any other classroom teacher as defined by the Education Act and the Teaching Profession Act.

Additional responsibilities may include:

preparing educational materials

marking assignments or classwork

assigning classwork and homework

recess or lunch supervision duties

Qualifications/Requirements:

Valid Alberta Teaching certification (required)

Clear Criminal Records Check, to include the Vulnerable Sector Check

Child Intervention Check completed by Child and Family Services

Demonstrated Skills and Competencies:

Strong instruction and classroom management skills

Solid communication and organizational skills

Personal integrity and trustworthiness

Ability to establish trust and rapport with students

Competency working with computers and other technologies to support student learning

Respect and value all individuals with sensitivity to diversity

Why Join Team Horizon?

A division-wide focus on individual, school and division wide health and wellbeing.

Professional, caring work environments that encourage and support the growth and development of our staff.

Knowledgeable, genuine, and approachable teammates who support one another to succeed

Opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of children and youth

Competitive compensation and retirement package including paid time off and flexible, employer paid, health benefits (for eligible employees)

Work schedules built upon school calendar - respectful of family time and work/life balance

Opportunities for carpooling to reduce transportation costs

Horizon is an equal opportunity employer and values inclusion and respects diversity. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals. Further information about the application process may be obtained by contacting Human Resources at human.resources@horizon.ab.ca. Additional Documents:

Visit www.horizon.ab.ca/careers and scroll to Sub Teacher Application Package - download and complete the application package and submit it to human.resources@horizon.ab.ca

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