Full Time Substitute Teacher

Job summary

The substitute teacher will support students across all school divisions by providing classroom assistance and covering teacher absences. They are responsible for designing engaging, student-centred experiences that nurture a love of learning.

Job details

Our Approach At the heart of everything we do is the child. For over 40 years, Calgary Academy's teachers have provided an unparalleled environment that embraces students' unique learning profiles and customizes individual pathways to student success! At Calgary Academy, Teachers design engaging, student-centred experiences that nurture a love of learning. Our approach to teaching and learning is supported by our four pillars, beliefs, and the CA Way, which empower diverse learners to pursue lives of passion and purpose. Salary & Hours This position is paid $64,929 per school year and will be prorated based on operational days remaining in the school year. This role would work 7.5 hours, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with a 30-minute unpaid break. About the Role We are seeking a Full-Time Substitute Teacher to join our team starting right away for the 2026/2026 School Year. The Teacher in this role will support students across all school divisions when additional classroom assistance is required, or teacher absences occur. This is an excellent opportunity for new teachers eager to gain valuable experience. This position also offers professional development opportunities and the chance to transition into a full-time teaching position for the right candidate if a classroom position becomes available. By defying the conventional, we achieve the exceptional. Simply put, we do things differently around here, and we are looking for Teachers who possess the following: * Ability to build trusting relationships and create safe, positive, and productive learning environments * Strong work ethic, professionalism, and agility in your teaching practice and approach * Fervent attitude for continuous professional learning, collaboration, and deep reflection * Enthusiasm and persistence for student engagement, assessment, and wellness * Compassion and patience, with an unwavering commitment to the diverse learning needs of the students and families in your care * Knowledge and passion for creating authentic and personalized learning experiences, including direct learning, flex learning, and integrative learning. This position requires a valid Alberta Teaching Certificate or Interim Alberta Teaching Certificate and a positive outcome on a current Criminal Record Check, inclusive of the Vulnerable Sector. Our Assets At Calgary Academy, we are passionate about creating a thriving educational environment for our students. However, we recognize that the true heart of our success lies in our dedicated employees who choose to pursue their passion for Teaching with Calgary Academy. In return, our commitment is to be an Employer of Choice, valuing the holistic needs of our employees as individuals. This role is eligable for extended health benefits. We are all learners, and this philosophy underpins our entire organization. We are committed to creating a collaborative work environment where every team member can grow and develop. Our belief in continuous learning is a core value and a driving force behind our strategic plan. We provide professional learning opportunities to all employees, ensuring that personal growth and development are encouraged and actively nurtured. By fostering a culture of learning and collaboration, we empower our team members to reach their full potential and contribute to Calgary Academy's shared success. Aligning Values Please apply online through the Calgary Academy Careers Page and include in your application package the following information: * A resume that demonstrates your skills and experience inside and outside the classroom. * In place of a traditional cover letter, please include a video (maximum 3 minutes) as part of your application. Share an accessible link to your video within your application package. In your video, please respond to the following prompts: * Share a bit about your background and how your journey led you to pursue a career in education. * What specifically drew you to apply for this opportunity with Calgary Academy? What about our mission resonates with you, and how do you bring that to life in your day-to-day teaching? Please submit your application without delay to be considered for this role. Our application window remains open until the position is filled, so don't hesitate. We appreciate the interest and effort of all candidates in exploring opportunities with the Calgary Academy. However, please be aware that we will only contact those selected for an interview. In the spirit of reconciliation, we acknowledge that we live, work and play on the traditional territories of the Blackfoot Confederacy (Siksika, Kainai, Piikani), the Tsuut’ina, the Îyârhe Nakoda Nations, the Otipemisiwak Métis Government of the Métis Nation within Alberta District 6, and all people who make their homes in the Treaty 7 region of Southern Alberta.

What you’ll do

The substitute teacher will support students across all school divisions by providing classroom assistance and covering teacher absences. They are responsible for designing engaging, student-centred experiences that nurture a love of learning.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a valid Alberta Teaching Certificate or Interim Alberta Teaching Certificate. A positive outcome on a current Criminal Record Check, including the Vulnerable Sector, is also required.

Benefits

• Extended health benefits • Professional development opportunities

Listed skills

• assessment · Preferred
• Collaboration · Preferred
• Classroom management · Preferred
• Relationship Building · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Classroom management
• Student engagement
• Professionalism
• Collaboration
• Reflective practice
• Assessment
• Student wellness
• Personalized learning
• Flex learning
• Integrative learning
• Relationship building
• Continuous Development
• Patience
• Integrative Learning
• Teaching Certificate
• Diverse Learners
• Strong Work Ethic
• Compassion
• Teaching
• Reconciliation
• Strategic Planning
• Individualized Instruction
• Relationship Building
• Student Engagement
• Persistence
• Enthusiasm

Job areas

• Education
• Substitute Teacher
• Teaching Professionals Not Elsewhere Classified
• Substitute Teachers, Short-Term