Job Description

In Whitecourt, teachers have the best of both world

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- the resources of a growing, vibrant town and the relationships that come from a community that cares. Our schools offer teachers a chance to innovate, collaborate and see their impact every day. Surrounded by rivers, walking trails and outdoor adventur

e, Whitecourt is

a place where work-life balance isn't just a phrase.

Who we are:

Northern Gateway Public Schools operates 16 schools, four colony schools and four alternative outreach programs, serving just under 5,000 learners in the communities of Alberta Beach, Onoway, Rich Valley, Darwell, Sangudo, Mayerthorpe, Whitecourt, Fox Creek and Valleyview. Find out more about our division at


We invite applications for a Full-time (1.0 FTE) Teacher at Percy Baxter School in Whitecourt, Alberta

Successful candidate responsibilities

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Middle School/Junior High Generalist

The successful candidate must:

have classroom practice that is focused on: a student-centered and responsive instruction that ensures engagement and understanding and nurtures teacher-student relationships deepening students' numeracy and literacy skills the application of a variety of technologies to support learning for all students assessment for/of learning that will support students' growth and achievement the domains of the NGPS Quality Learning Environment (QLE) collegial collaboration, support and intervention diversity and broadening students' knowledge of First Nation, Metis and Inuit foundational knowledge positive and collaborative relationships and communication with parents have effective organizational and classroom management skills
have school practice that is focused on: working with school administration to support the School Action Plan a commitment to student achievement and success through the Collaborative Response (CR) process working with school administration to enhance staff wellness and school culture outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
have a valid Alberta Teaching Certificate

Start Date:

Duties will commence as soon as a suitable candidate is found.

Application Process:

Email a cover letter and resume, including three (3) current professional references and most recent teacher evaluation, by November 12, 2025, to:

Human Resources


Email: hr@ngps.ca


On-line:


Please reference: Whitecourt for location

If shortlisted, applicants must bring to the interview a Release of Results of Vulnerable Sector Check that is current within three (3) months.

We appreciate all applications, but will only contact those who are shortlisted.