Bring your bilingual skills to our classrooms!
At Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS), we are incredibly proud of our vibrant French Immersion and dual-track programming.
If you are truly bilingual (able to speak, read, write, and teach comfortably in both French and English) join us a Substitute Teacher! Enjoy the ultimate flexibility to choose your own schedule, your preferred schools (French & English), and join us in educating functionally bilingual students who are confident in both official languages.
Where You’ll Make a Difference
Depending on your preference, you could be picking up shifts at any of our fantastic French Immersion or dual-track sites:
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Forest Grove School (K-Gr 9) - Brand new school in Sherwood Park
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École Parc Élémentaire (K-Gr 6) - Fort Saskatchewan
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Heritage Hills School (K-Gr 6) - Sherwood Park
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Salisbury High School (Gr 10-12) - Sherwood Park
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Ardrossan Elementary (K-Gr 6) - Ardrossan (10 mins east of Sherwood Park)
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Ardrossan Junior Senior High (Gr 7-12) - Ardrossan (10 mins east of Sherwood Park)
*** You will also be eligible to substitute in any school across our division!
Why You’ll Love It:
Test Drive Different Grades: Discover whether you prefer the high-energy fun of early elementary (K–6) or the deep-dive subject matter of junior high and high school.
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A Foot in the Door: Many of our permanent contract teachers start right here on our substitute list!
Financial Perks: Newly graduated teachers with student loan debt teaching in eligible rural communities within our division can qualify for the federal Canada Student Loan Forgiveness program. Learn more on the
Qualifications:
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Bachelor of Education
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A valid Alberta Teaching Certificate
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Effective organization and classroom management skills
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Ability to create a classroom environment where students feel safe, supported, and challenged
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Excellent verbal and written skills
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Experience or familiarity analyzing data and using data to inform decision and/or instruction
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Strong collaboration and teamwork skills
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Growth mindset and ability to use feedback to improve practice
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Relentless drive to set and achieve personal and professional goals
Virtual Interviews (via MS Teams) will be held on July 30th. (Other dates will also be available)
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Apply today and find your perfect classroom community!
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Only online applications will be accepted. (In your online applicant profile, you must complete the Education History and Teaching & Related Experience fields.)
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No need for current EIPS substitutes to re-apply.
Elk Island Public Schools appreciates and considers all applications; however, we contact only candidates selected for interviews. Ensure the email address within your Apply to Education profile is current; applicants will be contacted via this email and check your junk mail for missed communications.
All newly hired Substitute Teachers will be required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Records Check, which includes a vulnerable sector check - dated within six (6) months from offer of employment with EIPS - obtained from local RCMP or Police Department. Any costs incurred are the responsibility of the employee.
If you require assistance with the application system, call Apply to Education at 1-877-900-5627 or email .
