Elementary Teacher (1.0) – Term Contract
New Heights School and Learning Services is a not-for-profit K-12 School and Specialized Services provider for families with children and youth aged 2 ½ – 20 years with a diagnosis on the Autism Spectrum, or with similar learning challenges. We are a play-based program that utilizes the strengths and interests of each student to address social-emotional and academic goals. Classrooms at New Heights School are multi-grade, with a maximum of 10 students with a Teacher and full time Educational Assistant teaching team.
New Heights currently requires one Teacher (1.0) for an Elementary (Grades 4-6) multi-grade classroom from August 25th until January 30th, 2026, to cover a maternity leave.
As part of a multidisciplinary team, the Teacher will:
- Support the students by teaching, using, and modeling strategies
- Collaborate to determine approaches that are most effective for the students
- Adapt and modify curriculum objectives to meet each student where they are at
- Develop and implement engaging learning activities to address specified emotional and academic goals
- Monitor, assess, and document students’ progress
Qualifications:
- An active Alberta Teaching Certificate
- Experience working with autistic/neurodivergent youth
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, and highly motivated to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
- A valid Driver’s License and the use of a vehicle to transport students
Please submit your resume and cover letter to [email protected]
Resumes will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found.
The position starts at the end of August 2025.
All applicant submissions are appreciated; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
