Special Education Junior High Teacher 1.0 FTE (RHJ) - Continuous - #226603

Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS) is one of the largest school divisions

in Alberta, serving the education needs of approximately 17,750 students in 43

schools. Every day, the staff and students of EIPS are encouraged to pursue

opportunities to grow and discover their passions in life. We pride ourselves

on providing staff and students with the tools to achieve success by offering

dynamic programming, current resources, and practical professional learning

opportunities.

EIPS is recruiting a full-time (1.0 FTE) Special Education Junior High LINKS Teacher at Rudolph Hennig Junior High.

The Learning - Individual Needs, Knowledge and Skills (LINKS) Program is a specialized system program designed to meet the needs of students with mild to severe/profound cognitive (intellectual) disabilities, who may also have physical, sensory, medical or behavioral difficulties. The focus of the program is to improve academic, communication, self-care, social, vocational and independent living skills within a safe, structured and supported learning environment.

Rudolph Hennig Junior

High serves approximately 445 students in grades 7 to 9, with 24 teaching staff

and 13 support staff. The school is located in Fort Saskatchewan, AB,

approximately 20 kilometers north of Sherwood Park, AB. School staff are committed to fostering

success in all students. The school believes respect for yourself and others, a

desire to always do your best and a positive attitude will guide you to

success.

• Commencing August 27, 2026
• Open to internal and external applicants, priority will be given to EIPS teachers who hold a continuous contract and meet the minimum requirements of the position
• Click on “Sign in With Employee Email” to be considered an Internal Applicant
• Only online applications will be accepted.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Education degree
• Valid Alberta Teaching Certificate
• Effective organization and classroom management skills
• Ability to create a classroom environment where students feel safe, supported, and challenged
• Excellent verbal and written skills
• Experience or familiarity with analyzing data and using data to inform decisions and/or instruction
• Strong collaboration and teamwork skills
• Growth mindset and ability to use feedback to improve practice
• Relentless drive to set and achieve personal and professional goals
• Non Violent Crisis Intervention training

For more information, please contact Greg Cruickshank, Principal, at 780-992-2216 or email .

Elk Island Public Schools appreciates and considers all applications; however, we only contact candidates who are selected for interviews.

“If you require assistance with the application system, please call Apply to Education at 1-877-900-5627 or email .”