Wild Rose School Division requires A FULL TIME INTERIM TEACHER For Division Office

Wild Rose School Division is seeking a certificated teacher to join the Indigenous Education Team in a lead role supporting the ongoing integration of Indigenous perspectives, knowledge, histories, and ways of knowing across curriculum and school communities.

Grounded in the principle of Indigenous Education Every Day, the Indigenous Education Lead Teacher will work collaboratively with the Director of Indigenous Education, the Indigenous Education Team, school leaders, teachers, students, families, Elders, Knowledge Holders, Nations, and community partners.

This role combines instructional leadership, direct student support, teacher collaboration, professional learning, and curriculum support, with particular attention to areas where Indigenous students may be experiencing gaps in engagement, literacy, numeracy, achievement, or access to learning opportunities.

Support the priorities, programming, and initiatives of the Indigenous Education Team.

Work collaboratively with Indigenous Education Leads to strengthen curriculum connections within school-based Indigenous Education programming.

Provide curriculum and instructional support that complements the relational, cultural, family, and community work of the Indigenous Education Team.

Support teachers in embedding First Nations, Métis, and Inuit perspectives across subject areas and grade levels.

Provide responsive student learning support connected to classroom instruction, curricular outcomes, and identified barriers to success.

Contribute to resource development, professional learning, school planning, and team initiatives.

Duties to commence November 1, 2026.

Responsibilities

Supporting meaningful integration of First Nations, Métis,



and Inuit perspectives across curriculum and grade levels.

Coaching, modelling, co-planning, and supporting teachers with culturally responsive instructional practice.

Providing targeted instructional support where students are experiencing gaps in literacy, numeracy, engagement, or achievement.

Using student learning information and professional judgment to help identify strengths, barriers, and responsive strategies.

Supporting professional learning and building educator capacity.

Identifying, developing, and vetting high-quality curriculum resources.

Supporting Indigenous student voice, belonging, identity, and educational pathways.

Collaborating with school leaders, families, Elders, Knowledge Holders, Nations, and community partners.

Contributing to Indigenous Education Team programming, events, and divisional priorities.

Qualifications

Valid Alberta teaching certificate or eligibility for Alberta teacher certification.

Strong instructional practice and curriculum knowledge.

Experience supporting student learning in literacy and/or numeracy.

Experience with assessment, intervention, differentiated instruction, and responsive teaching practices.

Demonstrated ability to collaborate with and support other teachers.

Strong knowledge of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit histories, cultures, perspectives, contemporary realities, and educational experiences.





Strong relationship-building, communication, organization, and team-oriented problem-solving skills.

Demonstrated Indigenous cultural knowledge, community connection, and experience working within First Nations, Métis, or Inuit contexts are essential to this role. First Nations, Métis, or Inuit lived experience is highly valued.

A valid driver’s licence and the ability to travel regularly between WRSD schools and communities are required and mileage will be compensated as per our Administrative Procedures 514 - Reimbursement of Expenses.

This is an opportunity for an educator who believes that Indigenous Education is not a single event, lesson, resource, or day - it is part of excellent teaching and learning every day.

The position reports to the Director of Indigenous Education and works collaboratively with the Indigenous Education Team and school-based staff.

A complete package will include cover letter, resume, names and contact information for three references and a copy of their Alberta teaching certification in a single Google or pdf document.

The successful applicant will be required to provide an original, satisfactory, and recent (within six months) Criminal Record check with vulnerable sector as a condition of employment.

Posting will remain open until a candidate is hired, but all applications received by October 20, 2026 will be given careful consideration.

Wild Rose School Division strives to create a dynamic, diverse, and collaborative culture. We value diversity and welcome applications from all qualified individuals.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

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📌 Full Time Teacher (Alberta)
🏢 Wild Rose School Division
📍 Alberta