We're hiring: Teacher Caring. Creative. Inspiring. Inspire curiosity and confidence in the next generation of learners. Sturgeon Public Schools is currently seeking a Full-Time Temporary Teacher for a work assignment at Jessie's House ,
What is Jessie's House? Jessica Martel Foundation
Jessie's House is an emergency shelter in Morinville, Alberta, providing support to individuals and families experiencing domestic violence. Jessie's House is more than a place to stay, it provides a broad range of services, including outreach, case management, court support, and specialized support for children.
As a trauma-informed facility, Jessie's House strives to meet residents where they are and reduce barriers to accessing services. The organization recognizes that each individual and family arrives with unique experiences, strengths, needs, and circumstances.
Children and youth are an important part of the Jessie's House community. Specialized support for children is provided alongside the broader services available to families, creating an setting where children can continue to learn, grow, and experience stability during a time of significant transition.
The Principal will become part of a collaborative, supportive environment where education works alongside the other services provided by Jessie's House. The ability to build trusting relationships, create a predictable and welcoming learning environment, and respond to students with empathy and flexibility is particularly important in this setting.
What You'll Be Doing Provide compassionate, student-centred instruction grounded in trauma-informed practice and a strong commitment to the academic, social and emotional success of every student
Maintain a high degree of confidentiality, discretion and professional judgment when working with students, families, staff and sensitive information
Create a safe, predictable, inclusive, and welcoming learning environment that supports students experiencing significant transition, disruption and complex life circumstances




Build trusting relationships with students and families from diverse backgrounds and experiences
Demonstrate a genuine passion for supporting students with varied academic, social, emotional, and developmental needs
Work collaboratively with Jessie's House staff, Sturgeon Public Schools colleagues, families and community partners to provide coordinated and responsive supports for students
Support continuity of learning through flexible, individualized approaches that respond to varying academic needs, attendance patterns and lengths of stay
Champion inclusive education practices, including differentiated instruction, appropriate assessment, and individualized programming for diverse learning needs
Utilize evidence, professional judgment, and student progress to guide instructional decision-making and support continuous growth
Manage classroom routines and learning activities in alignment with Division policies, Alberta Education requirements and the unique needs of the Jessie's House environment
Demonstrate adaptability, sound judgement and thoughtful resource management in a dynamic and evolving educational setting
Plan and deliver engaging instruction that supports literacy, numeracy, and inquiry-based learning
Create a classroom environment that fosters curiosity, creativity, and confidence
Support students' academic, social, and emotional growth through developmentally appropriate strategies
Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs and abilities
Use technology and hands-on learning to enhance student engagement
What You Bring Valid Alberta Teaching Certificate
Demonstrated success in a classroom teaching role, ideally in multi-grade or non-traditional learning environments




Strong curriculum expertise and pedagogical knowledge across multi-level subject areas, particularly in Elementary grades
Demonstrated understanding of trauma-informed practice and the ability to apply it effectively within a classroom setting
Ability to work independently, as a co-teacher and as part of a team
Experience with complex communication needs and AAC devices is an asset
Ability to understand and support students with behaviour and/or regulation challenges
A high degree of confidentiality, discretion, professionalism, and sound judgment when working with sensitive student and family information
A genuine passion for supporting students from diverse backgrounds, experiences, identities, and circumstances
Proven ability to build trusting, respectful relationships with students, families, staff and community partners
Strong communication, collaboration, organizational, decision making, and problem-solving skills
Flexibility and adaptability when responding to changing student needs and complex situations
Clear Criminal Record with Vulnerable Sector Check
Why Join Sturgeon Public Schools? We pride ourselves on doing things a little differently. Here's what sets us apart:
Welcoming, community-focused schools rooted in strong relationships
Whole-child approach supporting academic, social, and emotional growth
Collaborative environments where staff feel supported and valued
Creative use of technology to enhance learning
Safe, caring, and inclusive spaces where students thrive
Commitment to Inclusion, Belonging & Safety Sturgeon Public Schools is committed to creating welcoming, inclusive, and safe learning and working environments. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to providing accessible recruitment practices.
Important to Note 1.0 FTE Dec 1, 2026 to Jun 30, 2027
A valid driver's license and reliable vehicle are required
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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📌 Teacher - Jessie's House (Alberta)
🏢 Sturgeon Public Schools
📍 Alberta