Student Support Room Teacher - Westpark Middle School

Student Support Room Teacher – 1.0 FTE

Location:
Westpark Middle School

Commencing August 24, 2026

The primary responsibilities of this position include the provision of a space for students to regulate on a short or longer term basis, as required by each individual student. The teacher will use purposeful activities to teach social skills, reduce anxiety, and assist students in feeling a sense of belonging, connection, and preparedness for learning. The philosophy of the Student Support Room comes from a proactive stance.

• Exemplary relational skills with both students and other adults in the school
• Exemplary communication skills
• Knowledge of trauma-informed teaching practice
• A minimum of five years teaching experience - Please note that a combination of teaching experience and other experience working with children and youth will also be considered
• Experience teaching students with complex social-emotional and behavioural challenges
• A solution-focused strength-based outlook
• The ability to remain calm amidst stressful situations
• Experience working with students in specialized programs (Foundations, Pathways) is an asset.
• Experience with Behaviour Support Plan creation and implementation is an asset.

Red Deer Public Schools is committed to hiring individuals who understand the importance of developing relationships with students and work hard to ensure student success. For more information about Red Deer Public Schools visit our website:

This competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found and will close without notice once a shortlist has been selected.

All internal and external applicants from any current assignment are welcome to apply for this position.

External applicants please provide a copy of your Alberta Teaching certificate as part of your application.

Applications will only be accepted through Apply to Education by clicking the 'Apply Now' button. Applicants are asked to create a free online portfolio - please  for step by step instructions.

Please note that applications submitted in person, email or fax are no longer accepted. A resume, cover letter and list of references are required for all applications.

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We thank all applicants for their interest but advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. A current Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check will be required of new employees. We reserve the right to contact your most recent employer.