Andrew Rural Academy Charter School
CHOOSE POSSIBLE
The Village of Andrew is located at the apex between Alberta’s Heartland and Lakeland economic zones approximately one hour east and north of Edmonton. Our community has launched a public charter school for the inaugural 2025/26 school year. We are seeking initial expressions of interest for an experienced professional educator with an immediate start date.
The Opportunity
Andrew Rural Academy is a first of its kind in Canada public charter school offering a rural focused Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) based curriculum to a K-12 student population.
We are currently seeking passionate and innovative educators to join our team. This position will offer a professional educator the opportunity to create a different kind of student experience.
This is a unique opportunity to help shape experiential learning pathways that connect Alberta’s Programs of Study to real-world careers in:
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Automation & Autonomous Machines
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Agricultural Sciences
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Trades & Process Operations
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Civil Engineering & Construction
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Health Sciences
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Humanities & General Business
If you're curious, adaptable, and excited to challenge the status quo in education, we invite you to apply and help us build something extraordinary.
The Ideal Candidate
You are a curious, innovative educator who thrives on challenging the status quo to find better ways of teaching and learning. You embrace change with flexibility, listen actively to diverse perspectives, and adapt quickly to new information and circumstances. You welcome feedback and coaching as part of your professional growth.
This role is about fit. Andrew Rural Academy offers a unique and progressive educational experience - one that will inspire emulation across Canada. We’re looking for educators who are excited to pioneer something different and meaningful.
Recommended Skills and Competencies:
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Experience with Early Childhood Development and supporting students with diverse learning needs
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Familiarity with the realities and rhythms of rural life in Alberta
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Comfort with experiential learning methodologies
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Strong team culture and collaborative leadership
Minimum Qualifications:
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Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or valid work permit holder
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Bachelor’s degree in education (or applicable equivalent)
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Eligible for a valid Alberta Teaching Certificate
Total Rewards:
- Competitive base salary
- Competitive Comprehensive Benefits Plan including Vision/Dental/Health/Life Insurance currently in design
- Professional Development allowance and supports
Thank-you to all applicants. A vetting conversation will be offered to each candidate from where the determination will be made on fit to advance to the next stage of interview. The successful candidates will hold a valid Alberta Teaching Certificate and will be required to provide a Criminal Record Check AND Child Intervention Check satisfactory to Andrew Rural Academy prior to being offered a position.
If you are passionate about rural life, and pioneering a unique education experience, this is your opportunity to contribute to a community-driven future – apply with your resume and cover letter to: admin@andrewruralacademy.ca