Probationary Grade 5/6 Teacher (Full-time to Part-time)

About the role

Elm Street School is seeking a Probationary Grade 5/6 Teacher to begin on August 27, 2026. The role starts as a full‑time position and transitions to a 0.7 FTE part‑time schedule in January 2027, covering the academic year through June 25, 2027.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver the Grade 5 and Grade 6 curricula in a combined classroom setting.
• Develop clear learning intentions, success criteria, and instructional plans aligned with Teacher Clarity principles.
• Implement the Science of Reading approaches, including UFLI, REWARDs, Words Their Way, and Bug Morphology.
• Use diverse differentiation strategies to meet varied learning needs.
• Collaborate with colleagues to integrate cross‑curricular instruction and the Collaborative Response Model.
• Maintain regular communication with parents and stakeholders regarding student progress.
• Utilise data and current assessment practices to inform instruction.

Required profile

• Bachelor of Education degree.
• Valid Alberta Teaching Certificate.
• Creativity in fostering a learning culture within a combined classroom.
• Commitment to an inclusive, strength‑based environment.
• Ability to engage parents, students, and colleagues positively.

Required skills

• Familiarity with UFLI, REWARDs, Words Their Way, and Bug Morphology.
• Understanding of Teacher Clarity and success‑criteria development.
• Proficiency in using data‑driven assessment tools.

What we offer

• An inclusive school community serving approximately 120 students from ELP to Grade 6.
• Opportunities to contribute to school clubs and innovative teaching practices.
• Supportive environment that values diversity and continuous professional growth.