Job Description

GRASSLANDS PUBLIC SCHOOLS

We are accepting applications!

Position:

Teacher

Contract Type:

1.00 FTE; Probationary

Duration of Position:

2025/2026 School Year


August 25, 2025 - June 26, 2026

Assignment:

Grades 4-8

Location:

Application close date: Until a applicant pool has been established

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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.

At Grasslands Public Schools

we look for people who are passionate about being a part of a collaborative team that thrives on a foundation of:

Student Learning

School + Community Relationships

Inclusive + Healthy Environments

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the

NEWELL COLONY SCHOOL

is hiring!









the

Newell Colony School

, located in the County of Newell, and approximately 45 minutes outside of Brooks Alberta, is seeking applications to join our team as a Colony Teacher, for grades 4-8, under probationary contract.

GRASSLANDS PUBLIC SCHOOLS

MISSION

Provide opportunities that inspire students to achieve and succeed as resilient learners who positively impact their communities.


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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, in partnership with the City of Brooks Recreation Services, offer

discounts on JBS Canada Centre memberships

and passes, for Grasslands employees! 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 hour

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 Summer!

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