Description
Pembina Hills School Division requires a Temporary Full-time Senior High Generalist/ Humanities (ELA & Social Studies) Teacher for duties within Westlock Outreach School. Duties are to commence November 19, 2025 and will end June 25, 2026.
Position Description:
Pembina Hills School Division operates two Outreach programs, one in Barrhead, and one in Westlock. These programs are alternative programs for those students whose personal circumstances make it difficult to successfully attend a traditional high school. These programs are designed to help students achieve both academically and socially.
Qualifications:
- Must hold a valid Alberta teaching certificate
- Proficiency in the use of educational technology
- Successful classroom teaching experience
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Understanding and application of Assessment, Universal Design for Learning and Differentiated Instruction
- Experience with trauma-informed practices and mental health literacy is an asset
The Successful Candidate:
- Understands the importance of strong staff-student relationships and how to establish boundaries
- Works well in a collaborative team environment
- Is familiar with trauma-informed practices and believes that all students are capable of learning and being successful
- Recognizes the importance of establishing safe learning environments and classroom communities as the precursor to learning
- Will provide predictable and consistent support for all students
- Will be flexible in their approach to instruction and assessment, recognizing the value of assessment for and of learning
- Will program for students with an inclusive lens, ensuring opportunities with support for all students
- Will work well with community agencies to support the development of the whole child
- Will be comfortable taking students into the community for volunteering and educational opportunities
- Have a student first focus and a belief that all children can learn and succeed
- Is familiar with both Diploma and Knowledge of Employabilities pathways and the requirements for each
For further information, please contact Colleen Teske, Principal at 780-307.0501
This competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.
There are inherent risks in the work employees do throughout Pembina Hills School Division (PHSD). All staff are to be prepared to satisfactorily manage the inherent risks encountered in their work. PHSD staff are responsible for advising their Supervisors of unknown risks encountered relating directly to their work. Staff are expected to cooperate in ensuring workplace health and safety in a caring and respectful educational setting.
Apply at:
If you require assistance with the application process, please call Simplication @ 1-877-900-5627
PLEASE NOTE:
- Your resume should include a list of references with permission for Pembina Hills School Division to contact any or all references.
- Original Criminal Record Check including Vulnerable Sector (dated within one year) must be provided prior to employment.
- Original Intervention Record Check (dated within one year) - issued by Child & Family Services Authority must be provided prior to employment.
- Verification of Education and relative experience is required.
We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those shortlisted will be contacted.
