Guest Teacher Calgary

Calgary - Canada

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Position Summary

Calgary Classical Academy is seeking guest teachers who can provide classroom instruction and supervise students in grades K-10 in the event that their regular teacher is unavailable.

The Calgary Classical Academy offers an academically rigorous liberal arts education focused on the developing the knowledge virtues and habits befitting free citizens. Among the school s distinct features are a smartphone-free low-

tech environment; its embrace of traditional pedagogy and teacher-led classrooms; a knowledge-rich curriculum

centered on classical and enduring works of literature philosophy and art; a focus on character and the nurturing of virtues; a culture of friendship and leisure (schole); and an explicit commitment to the pursuit of truth beauty and

wisdom.

We encourage you to apply to be a Guest Teacher if you:

Are passionate about the liberal arts and about the pursuit of truth and wisdom
Care deeply about supporting students in pursuing moral and intellectual excellence
Bring a sense of wonder and delight to your taught subjects and are eager to share that love with students
Hold a valid Alberta teaching certificate
Are able to quickly adapt to diverse new situations
Are an avid learner who seeks professional growth and continually expands your academic knowledge
Support the mission and philosophy of the Calgary Classical Academy

Functions

Classroom Teaching
Interpret adapt and deliver lesson plans as provided by the regular teacher;
Where complete lesson plans are not provided quickly develop a lesson plan by referring to the relevant course lead sheet(s)
Maintain classroom discipline
Record daily student attendance
Provide a report to the regular teacher concerning the material taught and student performance
Other related duties as assigned

Education and Experience

Essential Preferred

Education

Bachelor of Education degree or equivalent X Valid Alberta teaching certificate

Experience

Work experience or pre-service experience within a school environment

Relevant Skills or Attributes

Classroom Management Skills

Experience delivering lessons using Direct (Explicit) Instruction X Understanding and appreciation of Calgary Classical Academy s philosophy

Lesson planning and design

Familiarity with the new Alberta Programs of Study X General content knowledge

Specialized content knowledge or training (e.g. in math history languages physical education etc.)

Ability to take initiative and works independently

Strong organizational skills

Basic First Aid

Application Details:

Please email a CV and cover letter to

Philosophical Question

In addition please provide a response of no more than 1000 words to ONE of the following questions:

What is the ultimate purpose of education (i.e. what kinds of souls should it aim to produce)
Why should we read old books
In what sense does a liberal arts education help make us free
How would you diagnose the main problem(s) in public education today

We thank you for your interest in CCA; only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Position SummaryCalgary Classical Academy is seeking guest teachers who can provide classroom instruction and supervise students in grades K-10 in the event that their regular teacher is unavailable. The Calgary Classical Academy offers an academically rigorous liberal arts education focused on the...