Special Education Teacher (certified)

Special Education Teacher (Certified)

Specialized Programs and Services to Support the Development of Young Children

A Heart for Children is an Alberta Education approved ECS program providing therapeutic and educational services to children in Kindergarten in Airdrie. Our programs are designed to support young children who may not be meeting typical developmental milestones. A Heart for Children provides the opportunity to enhance the wellbeing and development of children and their families. Our educational programs are funded by Alberta Education (PUF). Learn more about us at:

We are currently seeking dynamic individuals with a passion for working with young children to join our school as a Special Education Teacher starting for the 2024-2025 School year. The hours of work are 8 AM – 3:30 PM (Monday to Friday). You must have a Valid Alberta Teacher Certificate (Interim/Permanent) to apply for this position.

We offer:

• Small classroom sizes with a diverse student population

• An Incredible opportunity to collaborate with our dynamic and integrated team, which includes: Speech-Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Psychologists and therapeutic Teaching Assistants

• Classroom prep and planning time

• Pay competitive

• A benefits package which includes, wellness days, and paid sick time

• Hours towards permanent certification for Alberta Teacher’s Certificate

• Free onsite parking

The ideal candidate should:

• Possess broad background and extensive knowledge of best practices, methods and strategies for working with and teaching children with complex needs

• Have demonstrated ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, colleagues, parents and other stakeholders

• Be adaptable. Children are busy and active – so you are too. Adaptability is important because every day will be different and the candidate will have to navigate their way through rapidly changing environments with enthusiasm, problem-solving skills and humour

• Be flexible, curious, creative, and able to multi-task in our ever-evolving world in pediatrics • Enjoy working with a multi-disciplinary team to deliver child-focused services

Responsibilities Include to:

• Plan and Implement programs following Alberta Education ECS guidelines

• Provide developmentally appropriate and engaging learning opportunities to special education children in a vibrant play-based program

• Establish and maintain a classroom that is safe, stimulating, and age appropriate

• Provide written reports or update relating to the children’s progress and goals as described in their IPP’S

• Supervise and lead a team of paraprofessionals, providing clear direction and setting high expectations

Qualifications:

• Possess an Education degree from a recognised university

• Valid Alberta Interim/Permanent Teacher Certificate

• Valid First Aid and CPR Certificate

• Experience working as a Teacher with children that display challenging behaviour or have disabilities

• Demonstrate strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills

Personal suitability NOTE: This position requires lifting and carrying demands that require the ability to bend at the waist, stoop, and twist frequently, the ability to lift up to 50 lbs, the ability to carry, push and pull up to 50 lbs, and the ability to stand, walk and sit frequently.

Please submit your resume via email to the Human Resources Team at:

A Heart for Children acknowledges that what we call Alberta is the traditional and ancestral territory of many peoples, presently subject to Treaties 6, 7, and 8 and the Six Regions of the Métis Nation of Alberta. We acknowledge the many First Nations, Métis and Inuit who have lived in and cared for these lands for generations. We make this acknowledgement as an act of reconciliation and gratitude to those whose territory we reside on or are visiting.