LINKS Teacher (GOALS) (1.0 FTE) (ALH) - Continuous

Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS) is one of the largest school divisions in Alberta, serving the education needs of approximately 17,750 students in 42 schools. Every day, the staff and students of EIPS are encouraged to pursue opportunities to grow and discover their passions in life. We pride ourselves on providing staff and students with the tools to achieve success by offering dynamic programming, current resources, and practical professional learning opportunities.

Elk Island Public Schools is recruiting a full-time LINKS GOALS Teacher at A.L. Horton Elementary. This teacher (of our two LINKS teachers) works with children with mild/moderate cognitive delays.

A.L. Horton Elementary serves approximately 350 students in kindergarten to Grade 6, with 18 teaching staff and 13 support staff. The school is located in Vegreville, AB, approximately 90 kilometres east of Sherwood Park, AB.

A.L. Horton Elementary believes the mental, physical, social and emotional well-being of every student is of great importance, and every student should be provided with a secure environment and learning opportunities. Each student is unique and deserves an equal opportunity to develop their talents and potential. A.L. Horton Elementary is a designated Play and Learn at School (PALS) pre-kindergarten site, as well as hosts the Division’s Ukrainian Language and Culture Program.

Commencing August 27, 2024

Open to internal and external applicants, priority will be given to EIPS teachers who hold a continuous contract and meet the minimum requirements of the position

The LINKS (Learning - Individual Needs, Knowledge and Skills) Program at A.L. Horton Elementary is designed to meet the educational needs of students who require comprehensive programming modifications in core subject areas. Students are integrated into their homeroom classes for art, health, music and physical education. An Individual Support Plan (ISP) is designed, along with parental input, for all students in the LINKS program. The school and the LINKS classroom are wheelchair accessible.

The Generating Occupational, Academic and Life Skills (GOALS) Program is a specialized system program designed to meet the needs of students identified with mild cognitive (intellectual) disabilities. The program focuses on improving academic and independent living skills within a positive and supportive learning environment.

Qualifications:

Bachelor of Education degree

Valid Alberta Teaching Certificate

Knowledge and training of the Fountas and Pinnell Benchmark Assessment Kits and its meaningful implementation in the classroom, used to guide instruction

Effective organization and classroom management skills

Ability to create a classroom environment where students feel safe, supported, and challenged

Excellent verbal and written skills

Experience or familiarity analyzing data and using data to inform decisions and/or instruction

Strong collaboration and teamwork skills

Growth mindset and ability to use feedback to improve practice

Relentless drive to set and achieve personal and professional goals

Nonviolent Crisis Intervention training

Strong English programming in literacy and numeracy

For more information, please contact Keri Busenius, Principal, at 780-632-3113 or email keri.busenius@eips.ca.

Only online applications will be accepted.

Elk Island Public Schools appreciates and considers all applications; however, we only contact candidates who are selected for interviews.

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