Grades

1-9 Generalist Teacher (Probationary)

Inspire Minds, Ignite

Potential, and Join Our Team Today

Location: Wild Rose Colony School

Anticipated Start Date: August 21, 2026

Anticipated End Date: June 30, 2027

Assignment: Grades 1-9 Generalist

Teacher

FTE: 1.0 (Probationary)

The Palliser School Division is committed to

engendering and supporting the values of the broader society: empathy,

integrity, respect, trust, and responsibility. If the children of this community

are to realize these values, the division acknowledges its responsibility to

provide an exemplary education. Students come first.

Learning is our central purpose. Public education serves the common good. The

Palliser School Division encourages an inclusive and equitable workplace, which

supports our diverse student and employee community. We encourage all applicants

to join our dynamic, diverse, and collaborative culture and welcome

applications from all qualified individuals.

Palliser has agreements in place to offer educational services to

17 Hutterite colonies within its jurisdictional boundaries. Schools are served by provincially certified

teachers with varying years of experience, but a uniform sense of commitment to

children.

Located southwest of Vulcan,

Alberta, and supporting Grades 1-9, Wild Rose Colony School invites motivated educators

to apply for the Full-Time, Probationary Grades 1-9

Generalist Teacher to join our team of teaching professionals. Wild Rose Colony was formed in 1990,

branching from Old Elm Spring Colony.

When you apply to the Palliser School Division, you

can feel good about serving our future leaders and contributing to student

success.

Benefits:

This

assignment qualifies for a comprehensive and robust benefit package (ASEBP) per

the ATA Collective Agreement

Responsibilities:

Establishes clear objectives

and outlines for courses of study, following curriculum guidelines or requirements

of Alberta Education, and communicates these objectives to students. Prepares

for assigned classes, and demonstrates written evidence of preparation upon

request. Prepares materials for learning, and classrooms for activities, as

appropriate.

Instructs using a variety of

instructional approaches appropriate for grade level, student needs and program

focus. Plans and conducts activities for a balanced program of instruction,

demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to

observe, question, and investigate. Assigns lessons and corrects homework.

Observes and evaluates

students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.

Prepares, administers, and grades a variety of student evaluative tools such as

projects, tests, assignments in order to evaluate students' progress. Maintains

accurate, complete, and correct student records as required.

Establishes and enforces

rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order and safety among the

students for whom they are responsible, under the guidance of the Principal.

Enforces all administrative policies and rules governing students.

Meets with other

professionals to discuss individual students' needs and progress. Confers with

parents or guardians, other teachers, counselors, and administrators in order

to discuss children's progress and resource needs, and to resolve students'

behavioral and academic problems, as appropriate.

Confers with other staff

members to plan and schedule lessons promoting learning, following approved

curricula. Collaborates with other teachers and administrators in the

development, evaluation, and revision of school programs. Attends professional

meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops in order to

maintain and improve professional competence. Attends staff meetings, and

serves on staff committees as required.

Prepares students for later

grades by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and to persevere

with challenging tasks. Adapts teaching methods and instructional materials to

meet students' varying needs and interests. Prepares and implements remedial

programs for students requiring extra help. Instructs and monitors students in

the use and care of equipment and materials, in order to prevent injury and

damage. Provides special needs students with assistive devices, supportive

technology, and assistance accessing facilities such as restrooms, as

necessary.

Plans assignments for

Education Assistants, Special Education and other classroom support staff as

appropriate, and assists the Principal in their supervision and evaluation of

performance.

Performs other related tasks

as appropriate, including organizing materials, displaying students' work, as

assigned

Experience &

Qualifications:

Alberta Teaching Certificate;

Previous experience

administering elementary and middle school curriculum;

Successful Criminal Reference

Check, including vulnerable sectors (within 3 months of contract start date)

Skills and Competencies:

Confidence, skill, knowledge

and understanding of differentiated instruction, student engagement, and

assessment practices

Strong work ethic

Ability to relate well with

students, staff and parents

An ethic of service to

students, colleagues, and community

Strong interpersonal skills

combined with the ability to create positive relationships and establish

rapport

Trustworthiness and

integrity

Commitment to the Palliser

Policy-Governance model

Ability to articulate a

coherent understanding of educational aims

Commitment to fostering

collaborative working relationships

Ability to manage

professional learning time and be a self-starter

Commitment to personal

lifelong learning

Commitment to the lifelong

quest for self-understanding

Commitment to strengthening communication

skills.

Please ensure you

attach the following documentation to your application:

Cover letter directed to Rob vanSpronsen, Principal, Hutterian Colony Schools;

Resume summarizing training

and experience;

Copy of your valid Alberta

Teaching Certificate;

Minimum of three professional

references.

We

thank all those who apply, but only those candidates selected for an interview

will be contacted.

By virtue of the submission of

an application, the applicant agrees that the superintendent or designate can

contact previous employers for the purpose of conducting confidential reference

checks whether or not the applicant has listed a reference for that employer.

Ms. Audrey Kluin, Deputy Superintendent,

HR

Palliser School Division