Temporary Elementary Generalist (Grade 5) - Cochrane Christian Academy

Company Overview As a rapidly growing school division in Alberta, Rocky View Schools (RVS) supports the educational needs of more than 29,000 students from Kindergarten to Grade 12 in 53 schools to ensure they learn, belong and succeed. RVS is situated on the traditional territories of the Treaty 7 region of Southern Alberta including the Siksikaitsitapi (Siksika, Kainai, Piikani, Amskapi Pikuni), the Tsuutina, the Îyâxe Nakoda Nations (Bearspaw, Chiniki, Goodstoney), and the Rocky View Métis District. Our team is committed to creating positive, safe and inclusive environments for students to learn and for staff to work together. RVS encourages applications from individuals who can help shape and embody our core values of Leadership, People, Community and Innovation, and support our vision that RVS is a world-class learning organization where all students achieve their absolute best. The Opportunity RVS invites you to apply for a temporary full-time (1.0 FTE) Elementary Generalist (grade 5) teaching position starting August 27, 2026 until October 9, 2026 (with possibility of extension) at Cochrane Christian Academy. This position is not open to those holding a Continuing Teaching contract with RVS. Cochrane Christian Academy School is located in the Town of Cochrane and serves students from grades K-8. Information regarding the school may be found at . The Christian Program is an alternative program offered by RVS. The program focuses on integrating the Christian faith and a Biblical world-view in a public school setting. Cochrane Christian Academy is a community where people and relationships matter, where identity and culture is clearly defined by their Christian faith, and where an excellent learning community is provided for their students. Pre-employment Requirements Applicants must possess or be eligible for an Alberta Teaching Certificate. To be eligible for an Alberta Teaching Certificate you must have applied for initial certification with Alberta Education at . New/Recent Graduates Only: In lieu of a reference letter, please submit your final practicum report. External applicants must provide a professional letter of reference, attached to the job application, from their most recent supervisor, relevant to the job opportunity, written on company letterhead, signed and dated within the past 18 months The successful candidate must submit a current Criminal Record with Vulnerable Sector Check within 30 days of the start of your employment Rocky View Schools Benefits As per the collective agreement you may qualify for employer paid benefits via Alberta School Employee Benefit Plan (ASEBP) Professional Learning opportunities Defined Pension Plan under the Alberta Teachers' Retirement Fund (ATRF) How To Apply Please submit your application quoting job code #4054197 on or before August 11, 2026 by 4:30pm MST. We request all applications be placed through . Rocky View Schools Human Resources We appreciate and consider all applications; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be contacted via email or by phone for an interview. Please ensure your online profile information is up to date so there is no delay in contacting you.

The successful candidate will serve as a Grade 5 Elementary Generalist teacher at Cochrane Christian Academy. Responsibilities include integrating the Christian faith and a Biblical world-view into a public school educational setting.

Applicants must possess or be eligible for an Alberta Teaching Certificate and provide a current Criminal Record check with a Vulnerable Sector Check. Professional references or a final practicum report for recent graduates are required.

• Employer paid benefits via Alberta School Employee Benefit Plan (ASEBP) • Professional Learning opportunities • Defined Pension Plan under the Alberta Teachers' Retirement Fund (ATRF)

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• Elementary Education
• Classroom Management
• Curriculum Integration
• Christian Faith Integration
• Student Assessment
• Lesson Planning

• Education
• Government & Public Sector

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

0+ years

Apply by

Sep 6, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Entry level