Desired Qualifications and Skills:

• Professional Knowledge and Experience
• Holds a valid Alberta teaching certificate and a Bachelor of Education degree.
• Has experience teaching elementary grades, with strong knowledge or willing to learn the Grade 4 curriculum.
• Demonstrates an understanding of differentiated instruction and inclusive classroom practices.
• Skilled in developing and implementing Individual Program Plans (IPPs).
• Uses formative and summative assessment data to inform instruction and guide student progress.
• Has familiarity with, and supports, the Teaching Quality Standard (TQS), including applying foundational knowledge of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit perspectives.
• Understands and supports the FMPSD Education Plan Priorities and school-based learning goals.

Faith and Vision Alignment

• Committed to integrating a Christian worldview into teaching and learning.
• Models Christian values through speech, conduct, and professional relationships.
• Actively supports the Fort McMurray Christian School vision document and mission statement.
• Willing to participate in and/or help lead worship, devotions, chapel, and other spiritual leadership opportunities.
• Willing to be trained in Teaching for Transformation (TfT) and actively supports its implementation.

Instructional and Classroom Practice

• Creates a classroom environment characterized by inclusion, equity, and student belonging.
• Demonstrates effective classroom management and strong organizational skills.
• Integrates technology meaningfully into teaching and student learning (e.g., Google Classroom, Viewsonic, SeeSaw).
• Builds strong, positive relationships with students and maintains high expectations for all learners.
• Supports literacy and numeracy development through evidence-based practices.

Relational and Community Engagement

• Establishes effective partnerships with parents/caregivers and involves them in student learning.
• Recognizes the importance of promoting the school positively in the wider community.
• Builds collaborative teams with educational assistants and multidisciplinary professionals.
• Open to new programs and initiatives that enhance student learning and well-being.
• Willing to participate actively in the school community beyond the classroom, including clubs, teams, and extracurricular activities.

Personal and Professional Character

• Is a reflective practitioner, seeking feedback and demonstrating a commitment to continuous growth.
• Has a positive, team-oriented attitude and contributes meaningfully to staff culture.
• Demonstrates cultural responsiveness and humility in working with diverse learners, including FNMI and EAL students.

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