Horizon School Division is committed to engaging and empowering all learners and prioritizes strong instruction, response to intervention, and wellness.
Copperfield Colony School
Copperfield Colony School is located north of Taber (from Taber, 24 km north on highway 36, 0.8 km east on highway 875, 10 km south on Range Rd 160, west to Colony). Copperfield Colony is approximately 15 minutes south of Vauxhall.
1.0 FTE Temporary Part-Time Colony Teacher
Assignment includes - This temporary 1.0 FTE part-time contract will support an employee with a gradual return to work. The 1.0 FTE will follow graduated return to work guidelines and will decrease over time as the returning employee’s FTE increases.
The ideal candidate will:
be prepared to always demonstrate respect for Hutterite culture, traditions and beliefs
be able to deliver quality instruction in a many-graded inclusive classroom
work effectively with an educational assistant and the colony school team
be an excellent planner, with a solid understanding of curriculum and assessment strategies
be willing to complete the assessments required in a colony school (early years literacy and numeracy assessments, Fountas and Pinnell reading assessments, EAL Benchmarks 2.0) and prepare report cards (PowerSchool).
have excellent personal, communication and organizational skills
be able to deliver curriculum in a meaningful and culturally appropriate manner, without the use of technology
cultivate and maintain positive relationships with the German Teacher, parents and members of the colony
be flexible, creative, committed and able to work well independently, as well as contribute positively to our team of colony teachers
seek professional learning opportunities and engage in the ongoing growth of their professional practice.
The position commences August 20, 2026, and concludes September 29, 2026. For additional information, please do not hesitate to contact Johanna Kutanzi, principal of colony schools for Horizon School Division, at 403 360 2820.
Why Join Team Horizon?
- A division-wide focus on individual, school and division wide health and wellbeing.
- Professional, caring work environments that encourage and support the growth and development of our staff.
- Knowledgeable, genuine, and approachable teammates who support one another to succeed
- Opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of children and youth
- Competitive compensation and retirement package including paid time off and flexible, employer paid, health benefits (for eligible employees)
- Work schedules built upon school calendar - respectful of family time and work/life balance
- Opportunities for carpooling to reduce transportation costs
Horizon is an equal opportunity employer and values inclusion and respects diversity. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals.
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Mandatory Document links to add to "additional documents.":
Reference Release Form
Teacher Self Declaration Form
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Further information about the application process may be obtained by contacting Human Services at [email protected]. Only those shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.
