General Information

Required Documentation

The following documents are required prior to the commencement of employment:

• A faith reference is required. We prefer that you use our Priest Reference Form available in PDF format. Please complete the form and upload it with your application. 
• A photocopy of a valid Alberta Teaching Certificate.  In order to teach in Alberta you must have an Alberta Teaching Certificate.  

To apply for certification, please contact:

Alberta Education, Teaching & Leadership Excellence
2nd Floor, 44 Capital Boulevard Building, 10044-108 Street
Edmonton, Alberta     T5J 5E6
Phone: (780) 427-2045

• A photocopy of an evaluation for salary purposes (TQS).  

Apply to:

Teacher Qualifications Service
Alberta Teachers' Association
Barnett House, 11010 142 Street NW
Edmonton, Alberta   T5N 2R1
Phone: (780)447-9400 or 1-800-232-7208

• For teachers with experience - written Verification of Teaching Experience confirming length of service from former employer(s) including specific number of days taught each school year.
• Photocopy of transcripts.
• Photocopy of Birth Certificate.
• Criminal Record Check available from RCMP Detachments (not older than 6 months).
• Child Intervention Check available from Child & Family Services (not older than 6 months).
• Please note:  Applicants are responsible for expenses incurred obtaining required documentation.