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Teacher - Elementary Generalist, Temporary

Edson, AB
Mid Level
Contract
Full-Time

Top Benefits

Professional development funding up to $2500 per year

About the role

Applications are invited for the position of:

Position: Temporary, Full-Time Elementary Generalist Teacher

Location:

Start Date: Duties to commence immediately or upon mutually agreeable start date until June 30, 2026 or upon return of the incumbent whichever occurs sooner.

Hours of Work: 1.0 FTE Monday-Friday

The competition will remain open until: May 20, 2026 at 12:00pm MST.

Mary Bergeron Elementary School is located in Edson, Alberta which resides in the Grande Yellowhead Public School Division, an elementary school providing excellent education to grades K-5.

Role and Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be a collaborative person with proficiency in the use of educational technology and have an understanding of assessment for learning. The responsibilities include:

  • Providing instruction to promote high quality student-centered learning.
  • Designing and preparing lessons based on curriculum and following a variety of methodology in teaching and instructing students, including lectures, demonstrations and discussions.
  • Facilitating inclusive educational practices to maximize educational opportunities for all students.
  • Reviewing and evaluating each student's performance, knowledge and skills and meeting all reporting and assessment deadlines.
  • Adhering to provincial legislation, board policy and division administrative procedures.
  • Developing constructive relationships with parents.
  • Collaborate with other instructional staff members.
  • Modelling commitment to professional development.

Requirements

The successful candidate will:

  • Possess an Alberta Teaching Certificate or be eligible for one.
  • Have experience in following the Teaching Quality Standard (TQS) and infusing literacy across the curriculum.
  • Hold a Bachelor’s degree of Education.

The School

Mary Bergeron Elementary (MBE) is a modern K-5 school that serves 430 students. The school is located in Edson, Alberta along the beautiful Yellowhead Highway, and is one of two elementary schools, in Edson, that are part of the Grande Yellowhead Public School Division. Mary Bergeron Elementary offers a variety of programming and outstanding learning opportunities which include dedicated Music and Physical Education specialists on staff.

Mary Bergeron Elementary is blessed with the most amazing, talented, and dedicated staff, students, and parents that work together to make our school a world-class elementary school. We are constantly developing strong relationships between students, staff, and parents that are based on mutual trust and respect. There are currently thirty-eight staff members working at the school, including teachers, administrators, teacher assistants, family school liaison counsellor, and a learning support teacher.

Please see our for more information about the school.

The Division

Grande Yellowhead Public School Division (GYPSD) stretches from Jasper National Park, east to Evansburg, south of Cadomin, and northwest to Grande Cache. The jurisdiction includes 17 schools, 5 Learning Connection Centers, approximately 5000 students and 600 staff. The Division is governed by seven elected Trustees.

The Board’s priorities are:

  • Student Learning
  • Teacher, Support Staff and Leader Excellence
  • Community Engagement
  • System Health and Wellness

GYPSD schools offer a broad range of JK-12 programs. Principals focus on strong instructional leadership using generative dialogue to support teacher growth and supervision.

The Division is noted for its commitment to strong literacy practices infused across the curriculum, inclusive education and for its innovative technology programs.

The Division is committed to strong professional development and each teacher and principal has the opportunity to apply for up to $2500 per year to support professional learning.

Applications

The competition will remain open until a suitable candidate has been found. Please submit a cover letter and resume along with a copy of all relevant transcripts. Resumes must highlight professional qualifications, relevant administrative training and experience, most recent professional evaluations and three current references that provide permission to contact.

In accordance with Board Policy, the successful applicant will be required to provide the following:

  • Vulnerable Sector Check
  • Child Intervention Record Check

Thank you in advance to all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

About Grande Yellowhead Public School Division

Primary and Secondary Education
501-1000

At GYPSD, we are committed to student learning, teaching and leadership excellence and community engagement.

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