Substitute Teacher

Substitute Teacher - Stoney Education Authority

Employment Type: Casual / On-Call

Locations: Chief Jacob Bearspaw School, Nakoda Elementary School, Mînî Thnî Community School, and Ta Otha

Compensation: $285.00 per day for individuals holding a Permanent Alberta Teaching Certificate

Position Overview

Stoney Education Authority is seeking qualified Substitute Teachers to provide classroom coverage across SEA schools as needed.

Substitute Teachers support continuity of instruction when a regular teacher is absent by delivering assigned lesson plans, maintaining established classroom routines, supervising students, and supporting a safe, respectful, and inclusive learning environment.

Assignments may vary by school, grade level, subject area, and schedule. Substitute teaching with SEA is casual and on-call, and assignments are offered according to operational needs.

Key Responsibilities

• - Deliver lesson plans, learning activities, and materials prepared for the assigned class.
• - Follow classroom routines, school expectations, and direction from the regular teacher, Principal, or Designate.
• - Maintain active supervision of students during instruction, transitions, and other assigned activities.
• - Support students with diverse learning and classroom needs in accordance with approved plans and school direction.
• - Work collaboratively with Educational Assistants and other school staff.
• - Take attendance and complete required classroom, student, or incident documentation.
• - Communicate significant behavioural, health, safety, or classroom concerns to the Principal or Designate.
• - Maintain student confidentiality and appropriate professional boundaries.
• - Support Stoney Nakoda language, culture, identity, and community connection within the school environment.
• - Participate in cultural, land-based, or outdoor learning when included in the assignment.

Qualifications

Required

• - Valid Alberta Teaching Certificate, Interim or Permanent.
• - Strong classroom management, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• - Ability to adapt to different grade levels, subjects, classroom routines, and student needs.
• - Ability to remain calm, exercise sound judgment, and seek assistance when required.
• - Commitment to confidentiality, professionalism, and reliable attendance.
• - Willingness to work respectfully with Stoney Nakoda students, families, staff, and community members.

Preferred

• - Previous classroom teaching experience.
• - Experience supporting students with diverse academic, behavioural, communication, or classroom-support needs.
• - Experience working within a First Nations school or Indigenous community.
• - Knowledge of Stoney Nakoda language and culture is considered an asset.

Conditions of Employment

• - A satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Check must be provided before the first day of work.
• - Completion of SEA onboarding and required school-site orientation.
• - Assignments, school locations, grade levels, subjects, and schedules vary according to operational needs.
• - Hours and assignments are not guaranteed.
• - Compensation is paid at SEA’s established substitute teaching rate.
• - Individuals holding a Permanent Alberta Teaching Certificate receive $285.00 per day.

About Stoney Education Authority

Stoney Education Authority serves Stoney Nakoda students and families across its schools and is committed to strengthening Stoney Nakoda language, culture, identity, community, and connection to the land alongside strong academic programming.

Strengthen Your Spirit Through Learning.

How to Apply

Please submit your application through Apply to Education, including:

- Resume

- Proof of Alberta teaching certification

Selected candidates will be contacted regarding next steps and required onboarding documentation.