Substitute Teacher

Position: Substitute Teacher - 2025/2026 School Year

GRASSLANDS PUBLIC SCHOOLS

We are accepting applications!

Position: Substitute Teacher

Duration of Position: 2025/2026 School Year

Location: All School Locations at Grasslands Public Schools

Application close date: Ongoing

Treaty Acknowledgement

We wish to acknowledge Treaty 7 territory - the ancestral and traditional territory of the Blackfoot Confederacy:
Kainai, Piikani and Siksika as well as the Tsuu T’ina First Nation and Stoney Nakoda First Nation. We acknowledge the many First Nations, Métis and Inuit whose footsteps have marked this land for generations. We are grateful for the traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who are still with us today and those who have gone before us. We recognize the land as an act of reconciliation and gratitude to those whose territory we reside on or are visiting.

ABOUT

THE POSITION

We are seeking applications to join our team of substitute teachers!

ABOUT GRASSLANDS PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Grasslands is a public school division serving the City of Brooks and surrounding County of Newell, with a student population of about 3,577. We have three elementary school locations within the City of Brooks and seven rural locations throughout the County of Newell in addition to seven colony school locations.

• Our Mission: To provide opportunities that inspire students to achieve and succeed as resilient learners who positively impact their communities.
• Our Values: Collaboration, Integrity, Diversity Equity & Inclusion, Wellness & Resilience, Engagement, Innovation, Accountability, and Transparency
• Our Vision: A community of Learners dedicated to student success

Useful links

• Grasslands Public Schools website at:
• Grassland Public Schools 2025/2026 School Year Calendar
• Grasslands School Division Collective Agreement 2020-24

Substitute Teachers are essential to our students first values. We are committed to providing a great experience so that we can continue to achieve this goal and grow success for the future.

Job Duties

• Provide a stimulating learning environment and delivery of course material so each student can experience growth and develop to their potential;
• Provide an educational environment based on the values of diversity, equality and inclusion;
• Identify students individual and collective learning needs for their age and grade;
• Deliver approved curriculum instruction in accordance with student learning and special needs;
• Provide direct support and/or intervention as required to maximize student learning achievement and well-being;
• Meet and work with the multi-disciplinary team of student services professionals to discuss individual student needs and progress;
• Ensure recommended personalized student resources and supports are implemented precisely to maximize student achievement and well-being;
• Provide guidance and instructions to student support staff so they can understand and respond to individual student strengths and needs;
• Use various assessment tools to evaluate and communicate student progress;
• Meet with parents or guardians regarding the student’s learning status;
• Attend meetings, seminars and in-service training sessions as required; and
• Serve as role model for students.

Ideal Candidates' Skills & Abilities

• Understanding and appreciation of Grasslands Public Schools mission and values.
• Respect and value all individuals with sensitivity to diversity and able to create a classroom environment that supports this.
• Strong instruction and classroom management skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Personal integrity and trustworthiness.
• Understanding of how educators impact the community.
• Able to quickly build trust, rapport and strong relationships with Grasslands students, parents, staff and our community partners.

Education and Certifications

• Bachelor of Education
• Pre-service teacher preparation program from an approved institution
• Valid Alberta Teaching Certification (or able to quickly obtain it)

Required Documents Before Start Date

• Current Criminal Record Check (CRC) with Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC)
• Original document reported within the last 6 months of hire date; condition of employment

Applicants cannot work before a clear CRC with VSC has been provided and approved.

Required to Apply

• Current cover letter and resume
• Contacts for three (3) professional references; preferably in an educational and/or professional setting

If Selected for an Interview

Please feel free to provide with your application.

• Undergraduate and graduate university transcripts
• Practicum and/or teaching evaluations

Thank you for your interest in being a member of our team at Grasslands Public Schools! We look forward to reviewing the submissions from all who apply, and will contact those who are selected for an interview. Wishing you a fantastic 2025/2026 School Year!

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