Description
STAR Catholic is inviting applications for
the position of
K-6 Curriculum & Assessment Learning Coach - 1.0 FTE (one year with a possibility of extension)
St. Thomas Aquinas Roman (STAR) Catholic Schools is a Catholic school authority in central Alberta, operating K-12 schools in Leduc, Beaumont, Drayton Valley, Wetaskiwin, Ponoka, and Lacombe. With a student population of approximately 4,500 and a commitment to faith-based, high-quality education, STAR Catholic is a dynamic and growing division.
Position:STAR Catholic is seeking a Division Curriculum & Assessment Learning Coach with a specific focus on Kindergarten to Grade 6. This role supports the implementation of STAR Catholic’s Education Plan’s domains and goals, to work collaboratively with teachers on embedding best pedagogical and assessment practices into planning and teaching. This is a temporary position with a negotiable start date of August 25 , 2025, and an end date of June 26, 2026.
The Learning Coach will:
Collaborate with K-6 teachers to design high-quality, outcomes-based learning plans aligned with the new Alberta curriculum.
Promote sound assessment practices that support learning (assessment for , of , and as learning), with attention to differentiation and inclusive education.
Facilitate data-informed instructional planning using formative and summative student achievement data.
Model effective teaching strategies and lead job-embedded professional development.
Support teachers in developing long-range and unit plans that reflect the progression of learning and achievement indicators.
Coordinate peer collaboration and teacher-to-teacher learning opportunities
Provide coaching on research-informed practices that align with Alberta Education's vision for curriculum and assessment excellence.
Literacy & Numeracy Leadership
Lead school-based and division-wide initiatives to improve student achievement in literacy and numeracy.
Create and guide the implementation of data collection protocols (including screeners and diagnostics).
Monitor literacy and numeracy interventions across the division and track student growth over time.
Collaboratively develop and continue to support a K-6 literacy and numeracy framework.
Support alignment between classroom instruction, division assessments, and Alberta’s Literacy, Numeracy, and Competency Progressions.
Technology Integration
Support the integration of instructional technology into teaching and learning practices in K-6 classrooms.
Provide training and mentorship on digital tools and platforms (e.g., PowerSchool, Google Workspace, Artificial Intelligence).
Stay informed of innovations in educational technology and guide staff in applying them effectively.
Ideal Candidates Will Demonstrate :
A strong personal commitment to the mission of Catholic education, modeling Gospel values and fostering the spiritual, moral, and social development of students and colleagues.
The ability to integrate Catholic teachings into instructional coaching and curriculum support, nurturing a faith-filled learning environment rooted in the dignity of the human person.
Deep knowledge of K-6 pedagogy and Alberta Education’s curriculum and assessment frameworks, with the ability to translate this into practical classroom support.
A collaborative, growth-oriented approach to professional learning, instructional leadership, and teacher mentorship.
Proficiency in data analysis to inform instruction, support intervention planning, and improve student outcomes.
Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills, with the flexibility to thrive in a variety of school contexts.
A valid Alberta Teaching Certificate is required. Compensation will be in accordance with the current Collective Agreement.
French language skills would be considered an asset.
