Banbury Crossroads

Salary: $54,000 - $88,000

Elementary Generalist Teacher
Position Type: Full-Time (1.0 FTE)
Start Date: August 17, 2026
Location: Calgary, Alberta
Salary: $54,000 $88,000 annually (commensurate with experience and education)

About Us
Banbury Crossroads School is a progressive, independent K12 school in Calgary offering two innovative programs: a Self-Directed Learning stream and a specialized Academy for students with diverse learning needs. With small class sizes, individualized instruction, and a strong emphasis on social-emotional development, we support each students unique learning journey.

The Opportunity
We are currently seeking a dynamic, compassionate, and skilledElementary Teacher for our Kindergarten to Grade One programto join our team for the 20262027 school year. The ideal candidate will be comfortable teaching a multi-age, inclusive classroom with students who are both neurodivergent and neurotypical. The position involves providing individualized instruction within a low student-teacher ratio and working closely with colleagues and support staff to meet each childs academic and developmental needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate lessons for a mixed K1 classroom.
• Adapt instruction to accommodate a range of learning needs and styles, including neurodivergent learners.
• Collaborate with the teaching team, learning support staff, and administration to monitor and support student progress.
• Create and maintain a nurturing, inclusive, and respectful classroom environment.
• Support the schools commitment to self-directed learning, differentiated instruction, and student empowerment.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Education degree.
• Alberta Teaching Certificate or Interim Professional Certificate (or eligibility to obtain).
• Demonstrated experience or interest in inclusive education and neurodiverse classrooms.

Assets

• Familiarity with Self-Directed Learning models or student-centered pedagogies.
• Experience working in multi-age or low-ratio classrooms.
• Strong collaboration, communication, and emotional intelligence skills.

To Apply
Please submit a cover letter and resume. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Why Join Banbury Crossroads?
Banbury Crossroads is a small, vibrant, and growing independent school in Calgary that has offered innovative, self-directed education for over 45 years. We support individualized learning pathways and strong relationships among students, staff, and families. Educators here enjoy flexibility, professional autonomy, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a supportive, inclusive environment. Any one teacher will supervise at most 50 students, across our two programs, with class sizes under 10:1 at any given time. At Banbury Crossroads, we work hard to maintain an environment that is mutually respectful between employees, as well as between students and faculty. We support our students to develop resilience, intrinsic motivation, curiosity, and a willingness to learn with enthusiasm!