Northland School Division
Company Overview:
Northland School Division (NSD) is a public education authority serving a large geographic area across northern Alberta, Canada. With a strong commitment to Indigenous and rural education, NSD provides culturally relevant, community-based education to predominantly Indigenous and Métis student populations in remote and northern communities. The division supports over twenty schools and is deeply rooted in local partnerships that prioritize student success, cultural identity, and community empowerment.
Innovation is at the heart of NSD’s approach. It integrates land-based learning, language revitalization, and emerging educational technologies to support students both academically and emotionally. NSD values student voice and family engagement, applying flexible, learner-focused strategies that promote equitable access to quality education.
Sustainability is evident in NSD’s operational and pedagogical choices—prioritizing local hiring, community capacity-building, and connections to traditional knowledge and environmental stewardship. These efforts ensure long-term growth that aligns with local values and aspirations.
Northland School Division is guided by integrity, inclusion, collaboration, and respect. It seeks educators and professionals who are enthusiastic about working in unique, culturally rich environments and who are passionate about building bridges between community and curriculum to create meaningful learning experiences.
Current Job Opportunities:
| Job Title | Location | Salary Range (CAD/year) |
|---|---|---|
| Classroom Teacher – K–9 | Various NSD Schools | 60,000–95,000 |
| Indigenous Language Instructor | Various NSD Schools | 50,000–75,000 |
| School Principal | Northern Alberta | 90,000–115,000 |
| Mental Health & Wellness Coach | Division-Wide | 65,000–85,000 |
| Inclusive Education Coach | Division-Wide | 68,000–90,000 |
Job description
Employment Opportunity
Full Time – Jr. High English & Social Teacher
Gift Lake School
Northland School Division is seeking a Jr. High English & Social Teachers at Gift Lake School for the 2025-2026 school year. The start date of this position will be August 25th, 2025. The school serving Kindergarten through Grade 9 is located in the Gift Lake Métis Settlement, one of only eight legislated Métis land bases with Métis governments established in Northern Alberta, Canada, and protected by legislation. It is situated along Highway 750, about 40 kilometres northeast of High Prairie. You can learn more about what Northland School Division has to offer by visiting .
Major Responsibilities include:
• Following the prescribed program of studies for each subject taught.
• Plan and execute daily lessons based on short, medium and long range planning.
• Provide feedback to students and parents in a regular, timely manner.
• Champion Cree language/culture revitalization and curriculum infusion.
• Support school-parent-community engagement.
• Possess strong interpersonal skills and commit to collaborative-decision making.
• Promote differentiated instruction to meet diversity in learning needs.
Qualifications and Requirements include:
• Must hold or qualify for Alberta teaching certification and a Teaching Quality Standard certificate.
• Must hold a Bachelor of Education (BEd.) degree.
• Successful years of teaching experience in rural and/or Indigenous communities.
Additionally, should the successful applicant receive a successful evaluation, there may be an opportunity to receive a continuous contract.
If you have leadership skills that can support literacy and language improvement through an Indigenous perspective at the school level and through Division goals, Northland School Division is the place for you.
Interested applicants are asked to submit a resume including the names of three (3) employer references by July 9th, 2025 to: Krista Veitch, Associate Superintendent, Human Resources, Northland School Division. All applications must be submitted online at Apply to Education or emailed to . We thank all applicants for submitting applications. However, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
Additionally, please note that selected candidates will be required to provide a criminal record and a child intervention check as part of the application process.
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