English & Humanities Teacher (LTO)

English & Humanities Teacher

Middle & Senior School

0.8 FTE - 5 Month Contract Starting February 2024

One of Canada’s leading gender inclusive IB Schools, founded in 1965, The York School is a place where learning extends beyond the classroom and students are challenged to realize their full potential and discover who they want to be.

In two state-of-the-art campuses in the heart of Toronto, The York School brings together an innovative and progressive employee experience and fosters a caring and inclusive environment.

JOB PURPOSE:

The York School is looking for an experienced and inspirational Teacher to be part of the Middle & Senior School faculty as an English & Humanities Teacher. The successful candidate will have had training or successful experience at the Intermediate Level with the Middle Years Programme (MYP) and will be well-versed in project-based and experiential learning.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teach and assess the curriculum within the International Baccalaureate (IB) framework and philosophy of the Middle Years Programme (MYP)

• Integrate The York School’s mission and values throughout all curricular and co-curricular activities

• Complete ongoing assessment of students, including report cards, progress reports and communication with parents and grade team members

• Establish and enforce student expectations with disciplinary strategies for an effective teaching and learning environment 

• Utilizes a variety of strategies to build strong developmental relationships with students 

• Employ innovation and technology to optimize student learning throughout the curriculum

• Establish positive and engaging teaching and learning environment through classroom management practices and techniques 

• Maintain current knowledge of best practices by engaging in professional learning opportunities and participating in professional development meetings

• Contribute to the student co-curricular and athletic programmes as a Teacher lead/supervisor or Coach 

• Contribute to student experiential learning by chaperoning on overnight excursions

• Participate in supervision as assigned 

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

• B.Ed. with Intermediate and Senior qualifications and membership in good standing with the Ontario College of Teachers

• Bachelor’s degree with specialization in English or Humanities

• Minimum 2 years experience teaching in the Middle School grades

• Training and experience teaching the International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle Years Programme (MYP) and/or Diploma Programme (DP) considered an asset

• Strong ability to work as part of a collaborative team

• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills

• Ability to interact with students, parents and teachers cheerfully, enthusiastically, courteously, patiently and with discretion

• Strong organizational and time management skills

• A proactive team player who is flexible and self-motivated with a “How can I help?” attitude

• Proficiency in a technologically rich school environment, and skilled in Google Workspace is considered an asset

EMPLOYEE  CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Flexibility & Adaptability

• Breadth of Contribution

• Relationship Focused

• Service Orientation

• Communication & Collaboration Inclusivity

• Integrity & Trust

FACULTY COMPETENCIES:

• Planning & Preparation for Student Learning 

• Delivery of Instruction 

• Managing Classroom Culture & Environment 

WORKING REQUIREMENTS:

• The York School Campus, Toronto

• Occasional evening, overnight and weekend travel for school trips required

JOIN OUR COMMUNITY:

At The York School, we nurture a community of inquiring, knowledgeable, compassionate, and globally engaged individuals. Our employees are leaders in their respective fields, fostering collaboration, embracing change, and dedicating themselves to enhancing lives through education. We prioritize professional development and offer competitive compensation and participation in the Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan (OTPP).

THE YORK SCHOOL VALUES DIVERSITY: 

The York School  is committed to inclusive hiring practices that support accessibility for individuals with disabilities, promote employment equity, and foster a diverse workplace. We welcome applications from equity-seeking groups, which include, but are not limited to, racialized persons/persons of color, indigenous/aboriginal people, persons with (dis)abilities, LGBTQ2S individuals. Candidates with disabilities can request accommodations at any point in the recruitment process by reaching out to our Human Resources department.

HOW TO APPLY:

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply here by submitting their application by December 21, 2023.

We thank all candidates for their applications; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.