Jr. High Teacher- Rundle Academy - Calgary - Rundle Schools

Description

Overview

Position Available: Jr. High Teacher(s)

Location: Rundle Academy

Start date: August 2026

Posting: Internal/ External

Capacity: Permanent and Temporary positions

Calendar: School Calendar

Application closing date: February 15, 2026

Rundle College Society ("Rundle") was founded in 1985 and provides an outstanding educational experience for approximately 1,250 students in kindergarten through grade 12. In addition to academic achievement, Rundle's programs emphasize character development, leadership training, and good citizenship. Unique among independent schools in Canada, Rundle delivers parallel College and Academy programs on two separate physical campuses, and online via Rundle Studio. At Rundle, students become leaders, scholars, scientists, artists, musicians, athletes, humanitarians, philanthropists and more by discovering their passions and potential across a broad range of opportunities. Rundle students thrive in a safe, caring and kind environment. The Academy and Studio programs meet the needs of students who have a diagnosed learning disability, with or without ADHD. Our students are in the average to above-average range of intellectual functioning but have difficulties with specific academic activities and skills. Rundle Studio does this in a dynamic, interactive online learning environment. Rundle is a not-for-profit corporation with approximately 175 faculty and 57 staff. It has a strong presence in the community as an established employer of choice. Rundle is committed to its mission: to create a nurturing, engaging environment that provides an enriched, personalized education, preparing students for an ever-changing world. Rundle helps students discover their potential, challenges them to attain their best, and celebrates with them when they do. At Rundle, our "Pathways to Teaching at Rundle" framework is the cornerstone of our educational philosophy, designed to guide the pedagogical practices of our educators. This approach is built upon three foundational pillars: Connection, Craft, and Care.

Pathways to Teaching at Rundle

• Connection: We strive to create meaningful relationships between educators and students, personalizing learning experiences to meet the unique needs of each student. Our environment fosters a sense of community where every individual is recognized and valued.
• Craft: Our educators are empowered to refine their teaching methods, focusing on meticulous planning, engaging instruction, comprehensive assessment, and continual professional development. We support our teachers in mastering their craft to provide the best educational experiences.
• Care: At Rundle, teaching extends beyond academics. We emphasize creating a nurturing atmosphere filled with joy, gratitude, and warmth, where both students and teachers contribute positively to our vibrant school community.

We invite dedicated and passionate educators to join us in nurturing a generation of well-rounded individuals prepared for all life's challenges. Apply today to be a part of Rundle, where we prepare students for life, not just academia. To learn more about Rundle, please visit our website.

Position

Rundle Academy is seeking an experienced, enthusiastic, collaborative and flexible teacher to teach an array of classes. Preference will be given to candidates who have experience teaching in a Junior High classroom.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide optimum learning experiences in the core curricular areas
• Provide learning experiences targeted to students with learning disabilities
• Foster classroom routines that increase and enhance engagement
• Collaborate with grade team teachers to create interdisciplinary units of study and a parallel program
• Establish a warm, nurturing, kind, caring learning environment where students feel safe, respected and valued
• Communicate effectively with staff, parents, administration and students
• Be eager to support not only the academic offerings, but the co curricular offerings at the Academy

Qualifications

• Demonstrate an open mind and the desire to improve practice through professional reading and/or participating in relevant professional development opportunities
• Ability to develop strong partnerships with teachers, parents, and administration
• Must be flexible, collaborative and have a positive, growth mindset
• Alberta Teaching Certification
• Have a police information check completed with a vulnerable sector verification within the last 6 months

How to Apply

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply and express their interest in confidence through our Talent Community on ADP. We appreciate all applications, however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Rundle adheres to the Employment Equity Act. Please contact the Rundle Business Office at for further details or if you require any information in an alternate format.

*** PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO QUALIFIED INTERNAL CANDIDATES ***