Careers

The Calgary Jewish Academy is committed to attracting energetic, dedicated and innovative teachers and staff who share our vision of making the CJA the best Jewish Day school in Canada.

We offer a dynamic, challenging and caring work environment.

Our faculty and staff are an integral part of the CJA community. Their passion for teaching or working with students, their commitment to the school, and their dedication to our students, is what sets us apart.

CJA faculty and staff immerse themselves in school life: from coaching athletic teams, sponsoring clubs, chaperoning school trips, to heading up numerous extra-curricular activities. Teachers and staff get to know our students one-on-one. Each day at the CJA is different. Each day at the CJA is rewarding.

We strongly encourage and support professional development opportunities for faculty and staff, and offer a comprehensive and competitive compensation and benefits package.

Current Openings

Substitute Teachers

The Calgary Jewish Academy seeks applications from appropriately qualified substitute teachers for the following programs:

  • 1-9 Alberta Curriculum - Math & Science
  • 1-9 Hebrew and Judaic Studies

The Calgary Jewish Academy is a well-established, highly reputable private school, offering a supportive environment, motivated students, small classes, and competitive salaries and benefits.

Apply by email to applications@cja.ab.ca

Applications must be on the official Application for Teaching Position form, available here.

Supporting documentation may be added.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those being considered for interviews will be contacted.

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School Office Assistant -  Fulltime 1.0

Calgary Jewish Academy is seeking applicants who have school office assistant experience to join the CJA staff.  The position start date is August 22, 2022. 

The purpose of this position is to provide confidential administrative, secretarial and office management support, often in an independent manner, to the staff and students of the CJA. 

This position is accountable for providing effective and accurate support services to ensure the efficient workflow and operation of the school as well as for providing and disseminating accurate information regarding school decisions, procedures, practices and policies. 

The incumbent requires specific skills necessary to perform a variety of functions that are unique to the setting including responding to parents and the needs of students such as sickness and injury.

Responsibilities include;

Serves as an Office Assistant to the Office Manger, Principal and administrators as well as students in the school.  Takes attendance, calls parents regarding absences and supports office team with assigned duties.  Sorts and refers mail and e-mail, phone calls and answering routine correspondence as necessary. Screens calls and provides factual information regarding the operation of the school.  Prepares form letters and notices. 

Ensures provision of reception service to telephone and counter callers, relays messages, and makes appointments and supplies factual information, including basic school policy and procedures. 

Schedules conference and meeting rooms.  As required, may assist with bookings, arranges transportation, processes release forms, permission slips, and notices according to established procedures for field trips. Supports office staff and school staff with copying, event planning and support of students.

Maintaining office files, wall charts, bulletin boards, etc.  May also be responsible for the production of school newsletters, and teacher/ student handbooks/agendas.

School based experience is an asset.  Windows Office, excel spread sheet required.  School record information system is an asset.

Salary range is consistent with experience and school based salaries.

Must have current Vulnerable Sector Clearance.

Level One and child and infant CPR required but can be taken upon successful interview

Interested candidates please submit resume and cover letter to Brenda English – Head of School, englishb@cja.ab.ca  

 

Competition closes: May 26, 2022

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Teacher: Grades 1 to 4 Physical Education/ Grade 3 to 4 Science/Social Studies Teacher Calgary Jewish Academy

Calgary Jewish Academy is looking to hire a highly motivated and qualified, dynamic, diversified, and passionate Individual to teach Physical Education to Grades 1 to 4 as well as additional courses for the upcoming school year (2022-2023). Generalist experience would be an asset

  • Provide high standards of academics
  • Guide students to become physically active citizens
  • Have a strong understanding of physical literacy and mindfulness
  • Provide support to a diverse group of learners

Qualifications and Responsibilities: Applicants are required to:

  • Have a Valid Alberta Teaching Certificate – Interim or Permanent
  • Have a Bachelor of Physical Education Degree or experience and equivalent recognized by Alberta Education
  • Have an Understanding of differentiation
  • Teach according to the educational needs, abilities and achievement of the individual students and groups of students
  • Be adaptable and flexible in a supportive learning environment
  • Be committed to working as a team member in a collaborative setting
  • Have strong communication and classroom management skills
  • Be committed to professional development and the vision and mission of the CJA

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract

Benefits:

  • Dental care
  • Extended health care * Vision care

Education:

  • Bachelor’s Degree

Interested candidates please submit resume and cover letter to Brenda English – Head of School, englishb@cja.ab.ca  

 

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