Job Description

GRASSLANDS PUBLIC SCHOOLS

We are accepting applications!

Position:

Teacher

Contract Type:

1.00 FTE; Temporary

Duration of Position:

Immediately - October 30, 2025

Assignment:

Grade 1 Homeroom

Location:

Application close date:

Until a applicant pool has been established .........................................................................................................................................................................................................................

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 Tsuut'ina First Nation and Stoney Nakoda First Nation. We acknowledge the many First Nations, Metis and Inuit whose footsteps have marked these lands 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.


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EASTBROOK ELEMENTARY

is hiring!

ABOUT THE POSITION:

We are seeking applicants for a Grade 1 Homeroom Teacher to join our team of dedicated educators, under a full time temporary contract, until October 30th.

ABOUT THE SCHOOL:

Eastbrook Elementary School is a dynamic and diverse elementary school serving our local communities and families. Our mosaic of families from around the world and those that have called Brooks and Alberta home for generations reflects the multicultural makeup of Canada. Our diversity will help prepare our students to be Global Citizens. We pride ourselves in offering engaging learning opportunities in various programs that challenge our students and encourage them to exceed their own expectations. Our staff and service providers deliver interventions and support to ensure the greatest opportunity for success for all students. We currently serve approximately 465 students from PreKindergarten to Grade 6. We offer a comprehensive PUF program for 3 & 4-year-olds, an Early English Language Learners program for qualifying 4-year-olds, an English Language Learner program for students arriving with little or no English language skills, and an engaging learning program for Grades Kindergarten to Grade 6. We pride ourselves on our Student Support Services, who collaborate with teachers, families, community services and Grasslands Division Student Support Services to ensure we meet all our learners' needs. At Eastbrook Elementary School, we envision a community of learners dedicated to student success. At Eastbrook Elementary School, we welcome all students whose unique personalities and individuality contribute to the richness of our school culture. We embrace all students and celebrate the diversity they bring in all its forms. We pride ourselves on providing a welcoming, caring, and safe environment wherein students can grow and develop the knowledge, skills, and attitudes to become responsible citizens. Teaching is responsive to the needs of our students, who are actively engaged as partners in their learning. Our school is a focal point of the community, and we strive to serve as a gathering space and a resource for families. As part of Grasslands Public Schools, we believe in fostering students to become engaged thinkers and ethical citizens with an entrepreneurial spirit.

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 Vision:

A community of Learners dedicated to student success

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
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IT'S GREAT TO WORK

at Grasslands!

Moving Expense Reimbursement for Qualifying New Hires!

New teachers who have accepted employment with the Division and must relocate from another town, city or province, will be reimbursed for their moving expenses up to the limits noted below. This applies to teachers on probationary contracts, and Interim and Temporary teaching contracts for five (5) or more consecutive months. Employees relocating from:

+ Red Deer and north of Red Deer - actual cost up to one thousand five hundred dollars ($1,500.00).
+ South of Red Deer, excluding a 110 KM radius around the city of Brooks [Alberta] - actual cost up to one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).
+ Other provinces/countries - actual cost up to two thousand dollars ($2,000.00)

100% of benefit premiums paid

(Extended Health, Dental, Vision, Extended Disability, Life, AD&D)

Health Spending Account

(for contracts of at least 5 consecutive months)

Paid Sick Leave

of 20 days for the first year and 90 days thereafter.

Family Medical Leave

of 3 days per year.

Paid Personal leaves

, combined 4 granted per year, 1 day at full pay and 3 days at loss of sub (contracts 5 months or more). Grasslands Public Schools, has partnerships with the City of Brooks Recreation Services and Anytime Fitness, to offer discountsat the

JBS Canada Centre

and

Anytime Fitness,

onmemberships and passes, for Grasslands employees and qualifying family members. We regularly plan book studies, social events, guest presenters, and more! We have implemented early dismissal, for students, on Fridays, to give more flexibility in schedules, for colleagues to meet, collaborate, and learn within working hours.

Grasslands collectively agreed upon 10-month salary is summarized below:

Verified Years of Experience

TQS Years of Education

Entry 9 + years of experience

4 years

$ 61,525 $ 97,599

5 years

$ 64,895 $ 101,163

6 years

$ 68,571 $ 105,068

To learn more about us please visit:

Grasslands Public Schools website at:

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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; plan and 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; volunteer to supervise extracurricular and after-school activities; attend meetings, seminars and in-service training sessions; 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

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Successful applicants will be

required to submit 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 setting

If Selected for an interview:

(please feel free to provide with your application)


undergraduate and graduate university transcripts practicum and/or teaching evaluations examples of long-range/year plans, unit plans, lesson plans, and an assessment

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Thank you for your interest in being a member of our team at Grasslands Public Schools!

We are looking 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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