English Teacher Junior High

AURORA ACADEMIC CHARTER SECONDARY SCHOOL

Junior High English Teacher

Application Deadline: Ongoing until position is filled

OPEN COMPETITION

(all qualified candidates are invited to apply)

Competition 2024 - 104

Level English 8, +, and/or Options

Job Details

We are expanding with a new class of grade 8 and looking to add the best teachers to our team! This is a probationary position with the opportunity to become continuous, based on evaluations. The successful candidate will be an English specialist, with the ability to teach ELA at either the junior or senior high -1 level. We have a collective agreement and salary grid.

School Information:
Aurora Academic Charter Secondary School is a Grade 8-12 public school focused on achieving excellence in a direct instruction environment. With an enrollment of approximately 400 students from diverse backgrounds, class sizes range from 24-28 students. Visit our website at https://www.highschool.auroraschools.ca/ for more information.

Teachers play a crucial role in fostering community and culture in our newly opened school. Alongside subject expertise, they emphasize leadership and team-building skills while ensuring school safety through supervision responsibilities.

All members contribute to a sense of belonging and passion for learning. Teachers will need to vary the instructional strategies, motivational techniques, and remediation strategies depending on the needs of their students with a goal to enhancing academic achievement. Staff are responsible for building relationships with parents and keeping them informed about student progress, strengths, and specific strategies for growth.

They also lead extracurricular activities to enhance student experiences.

We invite passionate, adventurous individuals to join us in building one of the province’s best programs for students. Our collective agreement prioritizes staff wellness with a competitive benefits plan and salary grid.

General Qualifications
●Education Degree from an accredited institution
● Successful teaching experience in grades 8-+ and/or 10-12 English
● Experience in English AP would be beneficial
● Experience in a homeroom environment would be beneficial

Supporting Documentation Required
● Cover letter
● Resume
● Recent performance review
● Copy of Alberta Teaching Certificate

Applications and supporting documents can be submitted online or emailed to:

Jacqueline Harman, Principal

Jharman@auroraschool.ca

All completed applications received by the deadline will be considered.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $5+,357.00-$101,162.00 per year

Licence/Certification:

Alberta Teaching Certificate (required)
Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2025-08-22 Read more