Summer School Senior High Teachers at Pembina Hills School Division: 100% Remote (Calgary, AB, Canada)

Title: Temporary Full-Time Summer School Senior High Teachers

Location: Calgary, AB

Department: Vista Virtual School (Calgary Campus)

Job Description:

Position Description:

Vista Virtual School requires Temporary Full-time Summer School Senior High Teachers. This assignments available are:

  • Senior High Humanities (All levels of Senior high English & Social Studies courses, 30-1 an asset)
  • Senior High Math (Math 30-1 and/or Math 30-2 an asset)
  • Senior High Sciences (Experience in 20 and 30 level courses including: Biology/Chemistry/Physics an asset)

Duties are to commence June 29, 2026 and will end August 7, 2026. These are telecommuting (work from home) positions. Applicants must indicate the subject area they are applying for, as well as the courses previously taught.

Applicants must be available to work ALL dates - no exceptions.

Vista Virtual School is an accredited public elementary, junior high and senior high school (including adult education and upgrading) that serves residents of Alberta. Our online environment gives students flexibility in where and when they learn. Visit the school website to learn more about Vista Virtual School:

Qualifications:

  • Must hold a valid Alberta teaching certificate
  • Proficiency in the use of educational technology
  • Understanding and application of assessment for learning as demonstrated by individualized instruction
  • Successful experience in a distance education environment

The Successful Candidate:

  • Thorough knowledge and understanding of the Alberta Curriculum
  • Diploma exam marking experience is an asset
  • Ability and willingness to travel and work with students, and parents throughout Alberta
  • Ability to teach to and address a wide range of student needs in a distance education environment
  • Be a strong team member but able to work independently
  • Be committed to a learner-centered philosophy
  • Maintain close contact with students, parents, and other stakeholders
  • Monitor guide and support students in their progress
  • Have excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Knowledge of Moodle
  • Preference will be given to individuals with experience in a distance learning environment

For further information, please contact Steven Kaplan, Principal at 1.855.974.5333 ext. 7342.

This competition will remain open until suitable candidates are found. Applicants are welcome to apply to summer school teacher and the summer marker position, but applicants may only be successful in one.

There are inherent risks in the work employees do throughout Pembina Hills School Division (PHSD). All staff are to be prepared to satisfactorily manage the inherent risks encountered in their work. PHSD staff are responsible for advising their Supervisors of unknown risks encountered relating directly to their work. Staff are expected to cooperate in ensuring workplace health and safety in a caring and respectful educational setting.
PLEASE NOTE:

  • Your resume should include a list of references with permission for Pembina Hills School Division to contact any or all references.
  • Original Criminal Record Check including Vulnerable Sector (dated within one year) must be provided prior to employment.
  • Original Intervention Record Check (dated within one year) – issued by Child & Family Services Authority must be provided prior to employment.
  • Verification of Education and relative experience is required.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those shortlisted will be contacted.

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