Job Description

Job Title Teacher - General (Kindergarten to Grade

12)
Job ID 54554
Location Various Schools
Full/Part Time On Demand
Regular/Temporary Temporary

Mission

The Calgary Board of Education (CBE) is the largest school board in western Canada with over
131,000 students and 15,000 employees. Our mission: Each student, in keeping with their
individual abilities and gifts, will complete high school with a foundation of learning necessary
to thrive in life, work and continued learning. We pride ourselves in the values we hold.
Students come first. Learning is our central purpose. Public education serves the common good.
The CBE 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.

When you apply to the CBE, you can feel good about serving our future leaders and contributing
to student success.

Eligibility

In order to teach in Alberta, teachers must be certified through Alberta Education. For more
information on this process, please refer to the Alberta Education website

https://www.alberta.ca/teacher-certification.aspx

Position Description

Responsibilities

Under the guidance of the Principal and in compliance with the Education Act and CBE
regulations:

• 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 and supervises class projects, field trips, visits by guest speakers or other
experiential activities, as appropriate, and guides students in learning from such
activities. Uses computers, multi-media, and other equipment and materials to
support the learning process. Organizes and supervises recreational and other
activities as appropriate, to promote physical, mental, and social development.
Sponsors extracurricular activities such as clubs, student organizations, and
academic contests, as appropriate. Performs supervisory duties, as assigned, such as
hall, cafeteria and playground monitoring, and bus loading and unloading.
• 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
Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Valid Alberta Teaching Certificate

• Bachelor of Education Degree or equivalent recognized by Alberta Education
• Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and lesson design, teaching and
instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of student learning
• Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability,
personality, and interests; learning and motivation
• Knowledge and awareness of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and
influences, human migrations, ethnicity, and cultures
• Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the
meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Demonstrated 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 CBE 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.

Conditions of Employment

Police Information Clearance: Applicants new to the Calgary Board of Education WHO ARE
OFFERED EMPLOYMENT must complete and pass a police information clearance before
employment is confirmed.
Be Part of Our Success

A career with the CBE offers incredible opportunities, rewards and supports.

Click www.cbe.ab.ca/Careers/ for more information on a career with the CBE.

How to Apply

THIS POSTING IS FOR NEW APPLICANTS ONLY, NOT CURRENT CBE

TEACHERS.

IF YOU ARE ALREADY A CBE SUBSTITUTE TEACHER OR IN A TEACHING

POSITION, PLEASE DO NOT APPLY TO THIS JOB POSTING.

Application to the CBE Substitute Teaching Roster (Kindergarten to Grade 12).

All applicants are required to include the following documentation:

• Practicum and/or teaching evaluations

• Undergraduate and graduate university transcripts (copies are sufficient for
application purposes)
• Three (3) current letters of reference from supervisors in an educational setting
• Cover Letter and Resume

Note: Practicum/Teaching evaluations and reference letters must be signed and on

institution letterhead where applicable. Unsigned letters and evaluations will not be
accepted.

In addition, please attach the following if you have them:

 • Copy of Valid Teaching Certificate
• Copy of Valid Trade Certificate
• Copies of other valid licenses and certificates (e.g. First Aid)

These documents can be uploaded as attachments in the "My Job Applications" page of your
Careers account.

Note: Please complete all fields of the application including

• Teaching Assignment

Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.

Please apply to only one posting. You do not need to apply to any other teaching job
postings.