Teach with Purpose at Lakeland Catholic School Division

Full-Time Jr/Sr High Humanities Teacher

Interim Contract
Holy Family Catholic School | Waskatenau, Alberta
Anticipated Start Date: December 1, 2026, or as otherwise agreed

At Lakeland Catholic, we believe education should help students develop their abilities, deepen their understanding, and grow in faith. Our commitment to the whole child—mind, body, and spirit—guides the way we teach, support students, and build relationships.

Holy Family Catholic School is home to approximately 120 students in the welcoming rural community of Waskatenau, Alberta. We are seeking a Junior High Teacher who will bring thoughtful instruction, enthusiasm for learning, and a commitment to Catholic education to our dedicated team.

This position will focus primarily on Junior High English Language Arts and Junior/Senior High Social Studies , offering an opportunity to help students strengthen their literacy skills, explore diverse perspectives, develop critical thinking, and deepen their understanding of the world around them.

This position is offered on an interim contract , with the possibility of future contracts with the Division.

Discover Waskatenau

Located in rural northeastern Alberta, Waskatenau offers the charm of small-town living, a welcoming community, and opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. Teaching at Holy Family Catholic School provides an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a close-knit school environment where relationships, faith, and student success are at the heart of everything we do.

Teaching at Holy Family

As part of our teaching team, you will:

• Design engaging humanities lessons aligned with the Alberta curriculum that strengthen literacy, encourage inquiry, and help students develop as readers, writers, and critical thinkers.

• Guide students in exploring historical events, diverse perspectives, citizenship, and their roles within local and global communities.

• Use meaningful assessment and feedback to recognize student progress and guide the next steps in learning.

• Create a classroom where students feel they belong, adapting instruction to their strengths and learning needs.

• A valid Alberta teaching certificate or Letter of Authority by the start of employment.
• An understanding of the relevant Alberta curriculum and teaching practices aligned with Alberta's Teaching Quality Standard.
• Strong classroom management, communication, and organizational skills, together with a collaborative approach to working with others.
• A commitment to Catholic education, student well-being, and continued professional growth.

We welcome applications through ApplytoEducation.com or by email to [email protected] .

Your application should include:

• A cover letter describing your interest in the opportunity and the strengths you would bring to Assumption.
• Your résumé .
• At least three current work-related references , including each reference's name, telephone number, and email address.

Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found.

Employment Requirements

The successful applicant will be required to provide a recent criminal record check and vulnerable sector check. By submitting an application, applicants consent to Human Resources contacting previous employers for confidential reference checks, including employers not listed as references.

We thank all applicants for their interest in Lakeland Catholic School Division. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.