Job Description

Posting

DMT26096


Teacher - Grade 5


Temporary: January 5 - June 25, 2026 or return of incumbent

Location

Dave McNeilly Public School

FTE

1.0

Start Date

January 5, 2026

Closing Date

December 23, 2025

Requirements:

Bachelor of Education with a strong background in literacy intervention skills, and inclusionary practice.

Desired Qualifications/Skills:

Strengths and experience in elementary. A child-centred approach to instruction and teacher-student relationships. Effective organizational skills and classroom management. An understanding of Leader in Me. An understanding of inquiry-based learning is an asset. An ability to design and implement Individual Program Plans for special needs students. A commitment to working collaboratively with colleagues and in professional learning communities. An ability to differentiate instruction according to students' learning styles and abilities. A history and ability to participate in the school community beyond the classroom. An ability to establish productive relationships with parents. A commitment to continuous professional growth. A commitment to the Assessment for Learning model. A background in effective literacy intervention. A proven track record of positive classroom inclusion.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Resumes and other relevant documents will be accepted on our website by clicking employment opportunities and on the "APPLY" tab for the specific posting and follow the application instructions. THIS IS THE PREFERRED METHOD TO RECEIVE APPLICATIONS.


If you have any questions regarding this posting you may email hr@fmpsd.ab.ca.

The successful candidate will be required to provide a criminal record/vulnerable sector check which will be reviewed to ensure suitability of the candidate for the position.

All candidates must hold or be able to obtain an Alberta Teaching Certificate, have knowledge of curriculum and teaching experience at those levels/subject areas and demonstrated interpersonal and classroom management skills


FMPSD may contact past and present employers for references. All FMPSD employees are expected to be computer literate; this includes fluency with e-mail, internet, MS Office, Google mail, docs and sheets.


Only those applications submitted and received by 4 pm on the closing date will be considered for this position.