long-established history of providing therapeutic and educational services to children
across 6 schools in Calgary. Our programs are designed to support young
children who may not be meeting typical developmental milestones. Providence
provides the opportunity to enhance the health and development of children and
their families. Our educational programs are funded by Alberta Education (PUF).
Learn more about us at: www.providencechildren.com
We are currently seeking dynamic
individuals with a passion for working with young children to join our schools
as a full time Special Education Teacher starting for
the 2024-2025 School year . The hours of work are 8 AM 4 PM (Monday to Friday).
You must have a Valid Alberta
Teacher Certificate (Interim/Permanent) to apply for this position.
It is a condition of employment at
Providence that all employees are vaccinated
against COVID-19.
We offer:
Small classroom sizes with a diverse student
population
A fantastic opportunity to collaborate with our
dynamic and integrated team, which includes: Speech-Language Pathologists,
Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists and therapeutic Teaching Assistants
Classroom prep and planning time
Pay competitively to the CBE and CCSD
Comprehensive
health and dental benefits package which includes optional RRSP contributions,
wellness days, appointment time and paid sick time
Employee
Assistance Plan
Professional
development allowance for ongoing learning and career advancement
Hours
towards permanent certification for Alberta Teachers 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 childrens progress and goals as described in their IPPS
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.
Providence is committed to
fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workplace. We welcome
applications from all qualified candidates which includes but not limited to;
visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and persons
of any sexual orientation or gender identity.
Providence 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 Mtis Nation of Alberta. We
acknowledge the many First Nations, Mtis 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.