Elementary School Physical Education and Health Teacher

Though not necessarily prerequisites for this role, knowledge of, and/or training in, the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) and experience working in an independent school setting are considered assets. In order to support student learning in a technology-rich environment, candidates should have experience using technology in the classroom.

All faculty are expected to contribute to STS’s robust offering of co-curricular activities and demonstrate commitment to students’ growth outside of the classroom. Teachers new to STS participate in a dynamic and supportive mentorship program.

Core Areas of Responsibility

· Teach to the Alberta Program of Studies, specifically Physical Education and Health.

· Demonstrate the competencies outlined in Alberta Education’s Teaching Quality Standard (TQS).

· Abide by policies laid out in the Education Act (2023).

· Ensure the safety and well-being of our students in accordance with STS procedures and policies.

· Understand and implement the Mission and Vision of the School.

· Collaborate with school administration, the Primary Years Programme (PYP) Coordinator, other teachers in the department, and other faculty at STS.

· Model the Learner Profile of the International Baccalaureate (IB).

· Deliver a Health and Physical Education program based on current research for best practice.

· Create a supportive learning environment for students that encourages a positive attitude toward physical education, a sense of curiosity and inquiry, and offers opportunities to develop the qualities of the Learner Profile.

· Collaborate with grade level teachers to implement transdisciplinary learning opportunities;

· Utilize a variety of effective teaching, classroom management and assessment practices in support of student achievement.

· Conduct formative and summative assessment of students, provide detailed, effective, and immediate feedback to support student learning as well as evaluate achievement and report results to students and parents.

· Use data-informed strategies to understand students’ learning abilities and apply teaching interventions to support learning.

· Maintain effective, proactive, and ongoing communication with parents, colleagues and students.

· Participate in the co-curricular program and special events.

· Assist in the coordination and facilitation of Grades 4, 5, and 6 Outdoor School.

· Lead K-6 students in outdoor and experiential education pursuits (snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, hiking, etc.) on the school’s campus.

Qualifications: and Experience

· A comprehensive understanding of the IB PYP requirements is preferable.

· Demonstrated ability to reflect on one’s own professional practice.

· Commitment to cultivating trusting relationships with students, parents and colleagues.

· Model exemplary teaching in the subject area.

· Demonstrate knowledge of current educational research on best practices in Physical and Health Education.

· Well-developed and demonstrable executive functioning skills that engender confidence in decision-making.

· Self-motivated, detail-oriented and adaptable to changing priorities and procedures.

· Willingness to support school-sanctioned student information and learning management systems that promote whole school accountability, scope and sequence planning and record keeping.

· Demonstrated ability to work professionally and collaboratively with multiple stakeholders.

· Demonstrate and uphold a strong commitment to occupational health and safety.

Professional Development

· Demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning and reflection to refine teaching practice.

· Engage in ongoing professional development and IB training as required.

· Remain well-versed in emerging educational research about how students learn and factors that influence students’ learning and achievement.

· Ensure that instructional practices promote skill development and technology integration that reflect emerging post-secondary demands, equipping students for continued academic success.

Application Instructions

Applications must contain a cover letter, your resume, teaching philosophy statement (limited to one page) and the names and contact information for three work-related references one of which must be a direct supervisor (your references will not be contacted without your prior consent). Applications must be submitted as one PDF document.

Please submit your application through our recruitment module at https://recruiting.ultipro.ca/STR5005STCN [https://recruiting.ultipro.ca/STR5005STCN]

Applications will be reviewed as received and interested applicants are strongly encouraged to apply early as the position may be filled as soon as a qualified candidate is selected.

Strathcona-Tweedsmuir School is an equal opportunity employer and provides a welcoming environment for all employees and encourages diversity among staff and students as part of our commitment to the Alberta Human Rights Act.