Posting DFT27086

Teacher - Music

Probationary: August 25, 2026 - June 29, 2027

Location École Dickinsfield

FTE 1.0

Start Date August 25, 2026

Closing Date June 16, 2026

Requirements

• Bachelor of Education
• Bachelor of Music is an asset
• Experience teaching in ECDP - Grade 6 school is an asset

JOB QUALIFICATIONS: The Ideal Candidate would possess the following background, philosophy, and experience:

• Have a strong music background.
• Have demonstrated leadership in Music in a school setting.
• Have experience classroom teaching in an ECDP- Grade 6 school.
• Have a strong knowledge of the music curriculum ECDP- Grade 6.
• Demonstrate a philosophy of the importance of promoting the love of music.
• Have an ability to design and implement Individual Program Plans.
• Have demonstrated the ability to create a classroom characterized by inclusion, equity and differentiated instruction.
• Possess superior organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Have demonstrated support for the District's Big 3: Healthy and active schools, environmental stewardship and academic excellence.
• Have proven themselves to be a team player and a positive staff member.
• Have Training in The Leader in Me or be willing to participate in training provided
• Knowledge/understanding of The Regulated Classroom or be willing to participate in professional learning.
• Exhibit a strong work ethic.
• Be flexible and willing to adapt to a reflective and responsive educational environment.
• Be open to new programs and initiatives.
• Be a reflective practitioner.
• Recognize the importance of making strong positive connections with all students, through classroom interactions as well as involvement with students outside the classroom. (ie clubs and teams)
• Be willing to participate in the school community beyond the classroom.
• Recognize the importance of promoting the school with parents and in the community.
• Have skill in involving parents as partners. (parental involvement)
• Demonstrate a commitment to continuous professional growth.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Resumes and other relevant documents will be accepted on our website by clicking employment opportunities and on the “APPLY” tab for the specific posting and follow the application instructions. THIS IS THE PREFERRED METHOD TO RECEIVE APPLICATIONS.

If you have any questions regarding this posting you may email hr@fmpsd.ab.ca.

The successful candidate will be required to provide a criminal record/vulnerable sector check which will be reviewed to ensure suitability of the candidate for the position.

All candidates must hold or be able to obtain an Alberta Teaching Certificate, have knowledge of curriculum and teaching experience at those levels/subject areas and demonstrated interpersonal and classroom management skills

FMPSD may contact past and present employers for references. All FMPSD employees are expected to be computer literate; this includes fluency with e-mail, internet, MS Office, Google mail, docs and sheets.

Only those applications submitted and received by 4 pm on the closing date will be considered for this position.