About the Role
The York School is seeking a passionate and dedicated Associate Teacher to join its Associate Teacher Development Program, a structured pathway designed to support early-career educators. This program offers hands-on classroom experience and ongoing professional learning to build skills from foundational practice to independent teaching, with mentorship from an experienced teacher and participation in the school’s Growth & Development Program. The role involves supporting teaching and learning in the Middle & Senior School, assisting in classrooms, covering classes, contributing to co-curricular programming, and supervising student activities.
Responsibilities
- Assist teachers in planning and delivering engaging curriculum in assigned classrooms.
- Work with small groups and individual students, providing guidance on classwork and projects.
- Infuse The York School’s mission, vision, and values into all curricular and co-curricular activities.
- Embrace innovative teaching techniques and technology to enhance the learning experience.
- Create a positive, engaging teaching and learning environment through effective classroom management practices.
- Collaborate closely with the IB Coordinator and colleagues within and across sections to ensure a cohesive and integrated approach to teaching and learning.
- Contribute to student co-curricular and athletic programs as a teacher lead/supervisor or coach.
- Contribute to student experiential learning by supervising overnight excursions and ensuring a safe, engaging, and educational experience.
- Participate in supervision duties, staff meetings, and other required engagements.
- Perform additional job-related responsibilities as assigned.
Requirements
- A Bachelor’s degree, B.Ed. and membership in good standing with the Ontario College of Teachers.
- Intermediate/Senior qualifications required.
- Classroom experience an asset, either volunteering or teaching.
- Training and experience teaching the International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle Years Programme (MYP) and/or the Diploma Program (DP) is considered an asset.
- Strong ability to work as part of a collaborative team.
- Proven ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative, interdisciplinary team, contributing to a positive, inclusive school culture.
- Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
- Strong ability to engage collaboratively with students, parents, and staff, prioritizing a service-oriented approach by ensuring professionalism, respect, and responsiveness in all interactions.
- Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in navigating a technologically rich school environment, with expertise in Google Workspace considered an asset.
- Successful completion of a criminal record check with vulnerable sector screening.
- Verification of education and employment history.
- Satisfactory reference checks.
Skills
- Classroom management
- Collaboration
- Assessment
- Communication
- Innovative technology integration
- Google Workspace
Location
- The York School Campus, Toronto
Work Type
- Full-Time
- Two Year Contract
- Onsite
Experience Level
- Early-career educators
- Associate Teacher
Education Level
- Bachelor’s degree
- B.Ed.
- Membership in good standing with the Ontario College of Teachers
Salary/Compensations
- $58,719 - $64,532
Benefits
- Health and dental coverage effective on first day of employment
- Participation in the Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan
- Professional development opportunities
About the Company
- The York School is a co-educational independent school in midtown Toronto offering the International Baccalaureate from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12.
- The school is grounded in Challenge, Community and Curiosity.
- Every role contributes to the school’s mission by helping create an environment where students feel known, challenged and supported.
- The school offers a relationship-based community where work is valued, growth is supported, and collaboration is part of everyday work.
Equal Opportunity
- The York School embraces diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace.
- We actively encourage applicants from all equity seeking groups.
- Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds so our community will benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives.
- We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible recruitment and employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).
- Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make it known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.
