Buffalo Trail Public Schools is committed to maximizing student learning in a safe and caring environment supported by a highly effective team.

Buffalo Trail Public Schools requires a full-time probationary teacher for the 2024-2025 school year. The teaching assignment will include grade 7-12 physical education/athletic director and additional duties as assigned by the principal.

The successful candidate will possess the following:

Possess a strong background in organizing tournaments and managing sports teams

Possess or be willing to obtain a Class 2 driver license and S endorsement

Willing to obtain certifications to support the physical education program (eg. Paddle Canada Intro Moving Water Instructor Certification)

A valid Alberta Teaching Certificate

Shall be a dynamic student-centered educator committed to maximizing learning in a safe and caring environment

Experience and/or training in the application of Assessment for Learning strategies, embedded formative assessment, and varied summative assessments is essential

Possess a strong background in the use of technology to enhance student learning

Ability to create a positive learning environment and foster positive professional relationships with students

Is dependable with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate in a team setting

Demonstrates a strong commitment to professional growth and continually increasing their effectiveness as an educator

A willingness to participate in extracurricular activities would be considered an assetStudents come first at J.R. Robson School. Our school operates on the mantra of Explore - Create - Achieve. It is fully expected that students, teachers and parents work together to ensure each individual students learning is maximized. Our school also believes that students must be prepared for the ever changing 21st century. J.R. Robson School strives to provide students with diverse learning opportunities supported with a technological focus. We want students to gain experiences that will help prepare them for their future profession. Through the provision of a robust learning environment, students will feel academic fulfillment and have fun in their education. We endeavor to get our parents and our community involved to support student learning and programming. Meeting the educational needs of each student is a priority and takes a team effort. Through the collaborative effort of school staff, students, parents and our community, we can make certain that every student at our school realizes her or his potential and achieves all that is personally possible.

Vermilion is a town in east-central Alberta, Canada within the County of Vermilion River. It is located at the intersection of Hwy. 16 and Highway 41, approximately 60 km west of Lloydminster and 192 km east of Edmonton. The primary industries are agriculture, post-secondary education (Lakeland College) and oil and gas. Located in an extremely vibrant community, Vermilion offers one of the best experiences in rural living. The picturesque community is located in the heart of the County of Vermilion River and features a golf course, hockey arena, curling rink, ball diamonds, soccer pitches, various community halls and a variety of businesses. The town is a friendly community with a great deal to offer. For more information, please visit the town website at vermilion.ca

Applicants are required to provide their most recent performance evaluation or field experience report with their resume. Contact information for 3 professional references must be included in your profile.

By virtue of the submission of an application, the applicant consents/agrees that the principal or designate can contact current or previous employers for the purpose of conducting confidential reference checks whether or not the applicant has listed a reference for that employer and contacting references.

An original acceptable criminal records check with vulnerable sector check will be a condition of employment.

Closing:

Applications must be submitted online, via Apply to Education. Only online applications will be accepted.

If you require assistance with the application system, please contact Apply to Education at 1-877-900-5627 or email info@applytoeducation.com.

Deadline: May 28, 2024

For further information, please contact:

Lindsey Bates, Principal

J.R. Robson School

Phone: 780-853-4177 All applications received by the deadline will be considered. Only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.