Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS) is one of the largest school divisions in Alberta, serving the education needs of approximately 17,750 students in over 40 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.
Elk Island Public Schools is recruiting a a passionate educator as a 0.5 FTE Introduction to Trades Teacher; who will introduce high school students to five trades: millwright, steamfitter/pipefitter, instrumentation, electrician, and scaffolder.Teaching will take place out of our current Heartland Skills Centre in Fort Saskatchewan, AB.
Commencing February 1, 2027 and ending June 29, 2027.
0.5 FTE with the possibility of FTE increase in the future
Campus EIPS directly with high schools to provide career-focused education programs for students to explore real-world skills and post-secondary opportunities while still in high school. Through hands-on learning, industry partnerships and dual-credit options, students gain valuable experience, certifications and a competitive edge in preparing for careers, employment, apprenticeships and post-secondary education.




QUALIFICATIONS Open to: Internal and external candidates who have or are eligible for an Alberta Teaching Certificate.
While a Journeyperson ticket is an asset, it isn't required—we support our classroom instruction with industry experts! What matters most is your enthusiasm, as well as:
practical knowledge of the trades,
knowledge of occupational health and safety is preferred, as there will be a focus on workplace and industrial safety.
someone who is a "natural connector" with valuable connections to industry and the local community would be a huge advantage.
It is not necessary to be a Journeyperson.
For further information, please contact Jessica Smith, Principal, Campus EIPS, by phone at (phone hidden) or email at [email protected].
Elk Island Public Schools appreciates and considers all applications; however, we only contact candidates who are selected for interviews.
All newly hired Teachers will be required toprovide a satisfactoryCriminal Records Check with vulnerable sector check - dated within six (6) months from offer of employment with EIPS - obtained from local RCMP or Police Department. Any costs incurred are the responsibility of the employee.

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📌 Intro. to Trades Teacher (0.5 FTE) (CPE) - Interim
🏢 Elk Island Public Schools
📍 Alberta