High School Physical Education & Secondary Subject Teacher
Top Benefits
About the role
Position: High School Physical Education & Secondary Subject Teacher (1.0) Join Our Team at STEM Innovation Academy STEM Innovation Academy High School is seeking exceptional educators who want to make a meaningful impact working with students in Grades 10–12. Our teachers are collaborators, innovators, and leaders who are committed to high expectations, strong relationships, and continuous improvement. If you are passionate about STEM education and future-ready learning, STEM IA is a place where your work truly matters.
About Us STEM Innovation Academy is a public charter school in Calgary serving Grades 7–12. Our high school campus, located in Calgary's University Innovation Quarter, serves 915 students in Grades 10–12 and continues to grow as one of Alberta's most in-demand STEM programs.
Our mission is to inspire the next generation to be knowledgeable creators, innovators, and responsible leaders. At the high school level, we combine rigorous academic programming with authentic STEM experiences, leadership development, and post-secondary pathways. Our Model of Instruction blends direct teaching and guided inquiry within a strong culture grounded in Character, Collaboration, and Curiosity.
STEM IA High School is a fast-paced, high-expectations environment where staff and students thrive through shared purpose, innovation, and professional trust.
Did You Know?
- Charter schools are 100% public. STEM IA receives the same per-pupil government funding as all public schools in Alberta.
- There is no tuition. Aside from standard instructional fees common to public schools, there is no cost to attend STEM IA.
- Students are admitted by lottery. Our learners represent a wide range of academic strengths and social-emotional needs.
- Families are highly engaged. Our community intentionally chooses STEM IA, resulting in motivated students and strong home-school partnerships.
- Teachers are public educators. Staff are paid on a grid comparable to CBE/CCSD, contribute to the Alberta Teachers' Retirement Fund (ATRF), and work under the Alberta Teaching Quality Standard.
- Innovation is built in. As a charter school, STEM IA is designed to pilot forward-thinking practices that strengthen public education across Alberta.
- Join us and help shape a thriving high school program where excellence, innovation, and collaboration are the norm — and where educators are supported to do their best work.
Required Education and Experience
- Valid Alberta Teaching Certificate
- Bachelor of Education Degree or equivalent recognized by Alberta Education
- Experience in Alberta PE and other core/option teaching area is preferred
Demonstrated Skills and Competencies
- Exemplary, evidence-based instructional practices in high school Physical Education and Career
- Life Management.
- Ability to teach another core subject or STEM option at a high school level is a strong asset.
- Experience, confidence, skill, knowledge, and understanding of Alberta Program of Studies for high
school PE.
- Creativity in planning varied on and off campus activities for High School PE.
- Capacity to differentiate instructional practices and use effective student engagement strategies to promote activity and wellness.
- Collaboration with staff team in developing innovative learning experiences for students.
- Willingness and training to coach extracurricular sports teams at a high school level.
- Strong ability to build and maintain trusting relationships with students, colleagues, and parents.
- Willingness to adapt and grow in a constantly evolving environment.
- Competent in using online learning support tools such as MS 365 for Education, Schoology, GradeCam, etc.
Application Package Requirements
- Cover Letter
- Resume/Curriculum Vitae
- Names and contact information of three references, two of which must be current or very recent supervisors
To Apply:
- Submit application for desired job in online portal
- Shortlisting and Interviews to take place in Spring 2026 with position start date of August 24/26
While
we
appreciate
all
applications
received,
only
people
selected
for
an
interview
will
be
contacted.
About STEM Innovation Academy
We are a new grade 7-12 public charter school that offers programming that is unique in Alberta. The STEM Innovation Academy provides a well-rounded education with an emphasis on STEM topics - Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. We have a global focus and the program prepares students to be innovators and problem solvers.
Not only do we infuse the existing science curriculum with leading edge content, we are creating new courses that allow students to explore topics like artificial intelligence, medical technology, cryptocurrency, digital media and design, and energy and environmental technology.
We are global in focus. Recognizing technology is the future of every industry, we work with post-secondary institutions and industry to ensure our content is leading-edge.
Hands on learning opportunities are important, and our maker space and creative spaces allow students to explore.
Stay tuned for information on our Calgary location and online technology high school courses!
High School Physical Education & Secondary Subject Teacher
Top Benefits
About the role
Position: High School Physical Education & Secondary Subject Teacher (1.0) Join Our Team at STEM Innovation Academy STEM Innovation Academy High School is seeking exceptional educators who want to make a meaningful impact working with students in Grades 10–12. Our teachers are collaborators, innovators, and leaders who are committed to high expectations, strong relationships, and continuous improvement. If you are passionate about STEM education and future-ready learning, STEM IA is a place where your work truly matters.
About Us STEM Innovation Academy is a public charter school in Calgary serving Grades 7–12. Our high school campus, located in Calgary's University Innovation Quarter, serves 915 students in Grades 10–12 and continues to grow as one of Alberta's most in-demand STEM programs.
Our mission is to inspire the next generation to be knowledgeable creators, innovators, and responsible leaders. At the high school level, we combine rigorous academic programming with authentic STEM experiences, leadership development, and post-secondary pathways. Our Model of Instruction blends direct teaching and guided inquiry within a strong culture grounded in Character, Collaboration, and Curiosity.
STEM IA High School is a fast-paced, high-expectations environment where staff and students thrive through shared purpose, innovation, and professional trust.
Did You Know?
- Charter schools are 100% public. STEM IA receives the same per-pupil government funding as all public schools in Alberta.
- There is no tuition. Aside from standard instructional fees common to public schools, there is no cost to attend STEM IA.
- Students are admitted by lottery. Our learners represent a wide range of academic strengths and social-emotional needs.
- Families are highly engaged. Our community intentionally chooses STEM IA, resulting in motivated students and strong home-school partnerships.
- Teachers are public educators. Staff are paid on a grid comparable to CBE/CCSD, contribute to the Alberta Teachers' Retirement Fund (ATRF), and work under the Alberta Teaching Quality Standard.
- Innovation is built in. As a charter school, STEM IA is designed to pilot forward-thinking practices that strengthen public education across Alberta.
- Join us and help shape a thriving high school program where excellence, innovation, and collaboration are the norm — and where educators are supported to do their best work.
Required Education and Experience
- Valid Alberta Teaching Certificate
- Bachelor of Education Degree or equivalent recognized by Alberta Education
- Experience in Alberta PE and other core/option teaching area is preferred
Demonstrated Skills and Competencies
- Exemplary, evidence-based instructional practices in high school Physical Education and Career
- Life Management.
- Ability to teach another core subject or STEM option at a high school level is a strong asset.
- Experience, confidence, skill, knowledge, and understanding of Alberta Program of Studies for high
school PE.
- Creativity in planning varied on and off campus activities for High School PE.
- Capacity to differentiate instructional practices and use effective student engagement strategies to promote activity and wellness.
- Collaboration with staff team in developing innovative learning experiences for students.
- Willingness and training to coach extracurricular sports teams at a high school level.
- Strong ability to build and maintain trusting relationships with students, colleagues, and parents.
- Willingness to adapt and grow in a constantly evolving environment.
- Competent in using online learning support tools such as MS 365 for Education, Schoology, GradeCam, etc.
Application Package Requirements
- Cover Letter
- Resume/Curriculum Vitae
- Names and contact information of three references, two of which must be current or very recent supervisors
To Apply:
- Submit application for desired job in online portal
- Shortlisting and Interviews to take place in Spring 2026 with position start date of August 24/26
While
we
appreciate
all
applications
received,
only
people
selected
for
an
interview
will
be
contacted.
About STEM Innovation Academy
We are a new grade 7-12 public charter school that offers programming that is unique in Alberta. The STEM Innovation Academy provides a well-rounded education with an emphasis on STEM topics - Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. We have a global focus and the program prepares students to be innovators and problem solvers.
Not only do we infuse the existing science curriculum with leading edge content, we are creating new courses that allow students to explore topics like artificial intelligence, medical technology, cryptocurrency, digital media and design, and energy and environmental technology.
We are global in focus. Recognizing technology is the future of every industry, we work with post-secondary institutions and industry to ensure our content is leading-edge.
Hands on learning opportunities are important, and our maker space and creative spaces allow students to explore.
Stay tuned for information on our Calgary location and online technology high school courses!