Substitute Teaching

SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS – Grades 7 to 12 – All Subjects

Are you a certified teacher, living in Edmonton or the surrounding area, and looking for day-to-day substitute work at a single site school? If yes, apply for our guest teacher roster. STEM Collegiate pays our Guest Teachers (i.e., substitutes) $300 per day for full-day jobs (8:15 to 3:10pm) and offers a welcoming environment with approximately 25 students in each class.

ABOUT US

STEM Collegiate is a public charter school in Edmonton that has been designed from the ground up as a centre of STEM learning and innovation for students in grades 7-11. From the content of our courses to the leading-edge equipment in our labs, we develop higher level thinking skills by connecting classroom learning to the real world. STEM Collegiates collaborative team of learners and leaders is building a community that engages students in real-world problem-solving and prepares them to pursue rewarding post-secondary education and career pathways with the skills and experience they need to build fulfilling lives and rewarding careers.

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POSITION INFORMATION

• AM jobs: 8:15am to 11:30am - $150
• PM jobs: 11:55am to 3:10pm - $150
• Full Day jobs: 8:15am to 3:10pm - $300
• Grade 7 to 12, any subject
• School population of approximately 500 students across Grades 7 to 12

Education and Credentials

• Valid Alberta Teaching Certificate
• Bachelor of Education Degree or equivalent recognized by Alberta Education

Demonstrated Skills and Competencies

• Strong background or interest/appreciation in STEM based education: Possesses an understanding of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) subjects, with the ability to effectively teach and engage grade 7-12 students in these areas as well as English Language Arts, Social Studies, Health and PE as required.
• Flexibility and Adaptability: Demonstrates the capacity to adapt quickly to changing circumstances, curriculum, and student needs, ensuring a seamless transition in the absence of the regular teacher.
• Classroom Management Skills: Exhibits excellent classroom management abilities, maintaining a positive, calm, and structured learning environment where students are engaged, respectful, and focused on their studies.
• Effective Communication: Possesses exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, enabling clear and concise delivery of instructions, explanations, and feedback to students, colleagues, and parents/guardians.
• Organization and Planning: Displays strong organizational skills in teaching the lessons as provided, managing and maintaining accurate records, ensuring smooth continuity of instruction during the teacher's absence.
• Problem-Solving Orientation: Shows a proactive approach to solving challenges that may arise in the classroom, such as addressing student conflicts, adapting lessons to different learning styles, and fostering a positive atmosphere for learning.
• Empathy and Relationship Building: Exhibits a genuine care for students' well-being, creating a supportive environment where students feel valued, encouraged, motivated to learn and participate in meaningful ways.

Salary

• $300 Full Day: 8:15am to 3:10pm
• $150 Half-Day Morning: 8:15am to 11:30am
• $150 Half Day Afternoon: 11:55am to 3:10pm

Application Requirements

• Cover Letter
• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• CV must include the names and contact information of three professional references (must be current or recent supervisors)
• Successful candidates must obtain, and submit, a current Criminal Record with Vulnerable Sector Check by the start date of employment.

While we appreciate all applications, only those individuals selected for interviews will be contacted. Thank you in advance for your interest in STEM Collegiate School.