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Elementary School Teacher - Teach Away Academy - Canada

Teach Away Academy is seeking an experienced elementary school teacher for grades 1-8.  

Teach Away Academy strives to provide a stimulating environment where diversity is embraced. Our students are empowered to acquire and reinforce skills to become active, lifelong learners. We aim to provide a coherent learning experience from our kindergarten to high school by utilizing innovative pedagogical methods based on a balanced international curriculum.  

Our teaching positions provide high salary and great benefits, with opportunities to travel, gain experience and further your teaching career.

We are looking for a professional teacher with a passion for excellence to join our education team.  Our teachers must be qualified in their field, have at least a Bachelor's degree, and valid teaching certification. Teaching experience is required.

 

Position Job Duties and Expectations

  • Energetic team player with a passion for teaching young children
  • Design and prepare the highest quality student lessons
  • Pair lessons with engaging and challenging learning activities
  • Administer appropriate curriculum within classroom and outdoor activities
  • Maintain daily communication with parents and families of students
  • Be culturally responsive
  • Assess and record progress in all student learning and growth
  • Ability to communicate effectively and concisely with other teachers and employees of the school
  • An effectiveness in using computer technologies and systems

 

Scope of Responsibility:

  • Plan and prepare English lessons and events;
  • Teach Math, English, Science and other classes as needed in classroom;
  • Attend planning meetings as well as staff meetings as required by administration;
  • Maintain clear communication with parents about student progress, behavior, and improvements;
  • Prepare and attend Parent-Teacher Conferences;
  • Assist in classroom decoration and preparation for events and themes;
  • Support in marketing activities and recruiting plan.
Posted: September 2018
This is a Direct to School Job

Applications for this position will be received directly by the school and will not be reviewed by Teach Away's Placement Coordinators.

Any communication about the job will take place directly between you and the institution. Tracking of your application status will take place within the application tracking system used by the school you are applying to (outside of your Teach Away Dashboard).

Please note that Teach Away provides information on behalf of schools and cannot accept liability for information provided or policies schools may adopt. Be sure to verify all details that apply to you, and check for the latest visa and work permit requirements. For any questions regarding job postings, please contact the school directly. Teach Away believes in diversity and inclusivity, and that everyone deserves to be treated with respect and be considered fairly and equally for employment. We ensure all schools we work with adhere to our pledge to promote inclusivity and diversity in education and recruitment practices.

LocationToronto, Canada
Start DateDecember 2018
Contract Length2 Years
Eligible CandidatesLicensed Teacher
Student LevelElementary, Middle School
Number of Vacancies1

Job Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Accommodation provided 
  • Benefits package 
  • Shipping allowance

Qualifications and Requirements

Required Certificates
Teaching Credential/License
Education RequiredBachelor
MajorEducation
Additional School Requirements
  • Must have 2 years of teaching experience minimum, preferably at an elementary grade level
  • Must be eligible to obtain a visa
  • Must be outgoing and willing to join a fantastic team of educators!