Posting FMCHT27041

Teacher - Social Studies and English Language Arts

Probationary: August 25, 2026 - June 29, 2027

Location Fort McMurray Composite High School

FTE 1.0

Start Date August 25, 2026

Closing Date June 1, 2026

Fort McMurray Composite High School is seeking a highly motivated individual to join our instructional team in the role of Social Studies and English Language Arts Teacher.

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Education

JOB QUALIFICATIONS: The Ideal Candidate would possess the following background, philosophy, and experience:

• Experience teaching in a junior high setting, with knowledge of English Language Arts programs of study.
• Knowledge and familiarity with Assessment for Learning, Literacy and Differentiated Instruction practices.
• Effective organizational and classroom management skills are imperative.
• Ability to integrate and use technology in a regular and virtual classroom.
• Ability to create goals for Individual Program Plans as well as implement the plan for students.
• A strong ability to build relationships with high school students, staff and parents.
• Strong technology skills are required, with knowledge of Google Platform applications and PowerSchool an asset.
• Flexible TEAM player.
• Knowledge of the Collaborative Response Model is an asset.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Resumes and other relevant documents will be accepted on our website by clicking employment opportunities and on the “APPLY” tab for the specific posting and follow the application instructions. THIS IS THE PREFERRED METHOD TO RECEIVE APPLICATIONS.

If you have any questions regarding this posting you may email hr@fmpsd.ab.ca.

The successful candidate will be required to provide a criminal record/vulnerable check which will be reviewed to ensure suitability of the candidate for the position.

All candidates must hold an Alberta Teaching Certificate, have knowledge of curriculum and

teaching experience at those levels/subject areas and demonstrated interpersonal and classroom management skills

FMPSD may contact past and present employers for references. All FMPSD employees are expected to be computer literate; this includes fluency with e-mail, internet, MS Office, Google mail, docs and sheets.

Only those applications submitted and received by 4 pm on the closing date will be considered for this position.