Teacher, Temporary - Science & Mathematics

Position: Teacher, Full-Time Temporary - Science & Mathematics

Applications Are Invited For The Position Of

Teacher at Parkland Composite High School

Position:
Teacher, Full-Time Temporary - Science & Mathematics

Location:

Edson, Alberta

Start Date:

Upon mutually agreeable date until June 30, 2026 or the return of the incumbent, whichever occurs sooner.

Hours of Work: 1.0 FTE Monday-Friday

This competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

School

Parkland Composite High School is located in Edson, Alberta which resides in the Grande Yellowhead Public School Division. A high school providing excellent education to approximately 600 students in grades 9‑12.

Role And Responsibilities

• Providing instruction to promote high quality student‑centered learning.
• Designing and preparing lessons based on curriculum and following a variety of methodology in teaching and instructing students, including lectures, demonstrations and discussions.
• Facilitating inclusive educational practices to maximize educational opportunities for all students.
• Reviewing and evaluating each student's performance, knowledge and skills and meeting all reporting and assessment deadlines.
• Adhering to provincial legislation, board policy and division administrative procedures.
• Developing constructive relationships with parents.
• Modelling commitment to professional development.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Principal to support the effective operation of the school.

The preferred candidate will have experience in high school mathematics and science; however, assignment flexibility may be considered based on the candidate’s skills and qualifications.

Requirements

• Possess an Alberta Teaching Certificate or be eligible for one.
• Have experience in following the Teaching Quality Standard (TQS) and infusing literacy across the curriculum.
• Hold a Bachelor’s degree of Education.

The Division

Grande Yellowhead School Division (GYPSD) stretches from Jasper National Park, east to Evansburg, south of Cadomin, and northwest to Grande Cache. The jurisdiction includes 17 schools, 5 Learning Connection Centres, approximately 5,000 students and 600 staff. The Division is governed by seven elected Trustees.

The Board’s Four Main Priorities Are

• Student Learning
• Teaching and Leadership Excellence
• Community Engagement
• System Health and Wellness

GYPSD schools offer a broad range of JK‑12 programs. Principals focus on strong instructional leadership using generative dialogue to support teacher growth and supervision.

The Division is recognized for its dedication to integrating strong literacy practices throughout the curriculum, promoting inclusive education, and implementing innovative technology programs.

Committed to ongoing professional development, the Division offers each teacher and principal the opportunity to apply for up to $2,500 annually to support their professional learning. Additionally, educators pursuing a Master’s, Doctorate, or Leadership Quality Standard Program may apply for an extra $2,000 per year to further support their educational advancement.

Benefits Of GYPSD

The Division also provides $725 per year for teachers to allocate within a Health and Wellness Spending Account.

Available Leaves

• Personal leave of absence: 4 days per school year
  • May accumulate up to 11 total personal leave days, see the Local ATA Collective Agreement for further details.
• Sick leave: up to 90 days leave
• Family Medical Leave: up to 3 days per school year
• Bereavement/Critical Care Leave
• Deferred Salary Leave Plan

Applicants are asked to include the following in their applications

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Transcripts
• Evaluations
• Contact information for a minimum of three employment‑related references

Note

We thank all applicants for their interest but advise that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

In accordance with Board Policy, the successful applicant will be required to provide the following

• a Criminal Record with Vulnerable Sector Check
• an Intervention Record Check

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