Careers in CESD

Considering applying to Chinook's Edge? You'll have many opportunities to grow and thrive in our division.

Top 5 ways Chinook’s Edge supports new teachers

1. Thriving together

The Chinook’s Edge collaborative and supportive culture includes: 

• Mentorship program for new teachers (3 days, plus 2 release days and access to school mentor and divisional coach)
• Grade level professional learning communities
• New curriculum - learning and planning days (3 days in each grade team, plus school professional learning days. Additional release days are provided when funding is available from provincial initiatives) 
• Professional development based on currently and timely needs delivered by division coordinators
• 12 professional learning and/or organizational days
• Supportive school administrators and school leaders

2. Inclusive Excellence

Structures and guidance for working with students with complex needs includes:

• Timely professional development related to specific needs in a school
• Student Support Lead for every school with more than 200 students, based in the school for timely and immediate access
• Continuum of supports available to support the mental health of students (Family School Wellness workers, Youth Empowerment and Support workers, and clinical psychologist)

3. Balanced Approach

Pedagogy and wellness support for your success:

• A division principal is available for support and guidance
• In-school mentorship program for new teachers
• Division mentorship for new teachers
• Wellness Champions at every school
• Robust benefits package

4. Your Voice Matters

You’ll find teachers have empowerment through the Teachers Matter committee:

• One teacher per school attends
• Senior leaders attend and listen
• Gives voice to teachers challenges and ideas 
• Meets three times per school year

5. Grow with Us

As a Chinook’s Edge teacher you will have access to professional growth opportunities to elevate your teaching journey:

• Aspiring leaders program - to help you grow your career
• Teachers Matter committee
• Wellness champion lead teachers