Grade 7 Humanities

and Outdoor Education Teacher

(Temporary)

Inspire Minds, Ignite

Potential, and Join Our Team Today

Location: CalgaryChristian Secondary School

Anticipated Start Date: October 15, 2026 (or date mutually

agreed upon)

Anticipated End Date: June 30, 2027 (or return of

incumbent)

Assignment: Grade 7 Humanities and Outdoor Education Teacher

FTE: 1.0 FTE Temporary

The Palliser School Division is committed to engendering and supporting

the values of the broader society: empathy, integrity, respect, trust, and

responsibility. If the children of this community are to realize these values,

the division acknowledges its responsibility to provide an exemplary education.

Students come first. Learning is our central purpose. Public education serves

the common good. The Palliser School Division 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.

Located in the City of

Calgary and supporting students from Kindergarten to Grade 12, Calgary

Christian School invites motivated educators to apply for the 1.0 FTE Full-Time

Temporary Grade 7 Humanities and Outdoor Education Teaching position available October

15, 2026. Calgary Christian School is a

community, called and dedicated to integrate faith and learning, reaching for

excellence in equipping responsive citizens of God’s Kingdom through

Christ-centered educational environment. The campus is located in the west end

of Calgary and welcomes staff, students and the community into a family

atmosphere while ensuring a safe and secure facility with loving and caring

teachers.

When you apply to the

Palliser School Division, you can feel good about serving our future leaders

and contributing to student success.

Benefits:

• Alberta

  School Employee Benefit Plan (ASEBP) coverage (as per collective

  agreement).

Responsibilities:

• 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

Experience & Qualifications:

• Alberta

  Teaching Certificate;

• Previous

  experience administering junior and high school curriculum;

• Valid

  Criminal Record Check (including Vulnerable Sector).

• Valid and

  current Alberta Teaching Certificate (required)

• Strong

  foundational knowledge of the Bible and Christian theology.

• A vibrant

  and growing personal relationship with Jesus Christ.

• Demonstrated

  passion for discipleship and student mentorship.

• Commitment

  to Christian education and the mission of the school.

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

• Excellent

  communication, organization, and classroom management skills.

• Commitment

  to the Palliser 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.

• Applications

will not be reviewed unless supporting documents include a Statement of

personal Christian Faith and a Pastoral reference letter.

To support the Faith-Based Vision of the school and the society, the

teacher should also possess:

• A commitment

  to Christian education.

• Provide a

  Statement of personal Christian Faith detailing a commitment to Christian

  Faith and education, with an accompanied letter of Pastoral reference

  (required).

In order to maintain a safe and secure working environment, applicants

new to The Palliser School Division must provide:

• Criminal

  Record Check, including vulnerable sector check from Local Police Service

  or RCMP detachment;

• Social

  Insurance Number (SIN) card or document issued by Service Canada; SIN

  card/document must be in current legal name.

• Name on SIN

  card/document must match your Government Issued ID and Criminal Record

  Check;

• Government

  issued ID - valid driver's license, valid passport or Nexus card.

Please ensure you attach the following documentation to your

application:

• Cover letter

  directed to Kirsten Klingvall, Principal, Calgary Christian

  Secondary School;

• Resume

  summarizing training and experience;

• Copy of your

  most recent evaluation;

• Valid

  Alberta Teaching Certificate;

• Personal

  Statement of Faith;

• Pastoral

  Reference letter;

• Minimum of

  three professional references.

We thank all those who apply, but only those candidates selected for an

interview will be contacted.

By virtue of the submission of an application, the applicant agrees that

the superintendent or designate can contact previous employers for the purpose

of conducting confidential reference checks whether or not the applicant has

listed a reference for that employer.

Ms. Audrey Kluin, Deputy

Superintendent HR

Palliser School Division

https://www.pallisersd.ab.ca/

https://www.pallisersd.ab.ca/hr/career-opportunities