Classroom assistant Jobs in Etobicoke, ON

The Opportunity :

Beginning in the -26 academic year, we are seeking an innovative and values-driven Kindergarten Classroom Teacher to work in our Junior School on a full-time, contract basis to cover a maternity leave. The successful candidates will demonstrate a passion for enabling students to reach their full potential as they grow into learners and leaders with their strong pedagogy, social-emotional learning strategies and commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.

Key Accountabilities include, but are not limited to :

• Use a lens of social-emotional learning to create a class environment and rapport that inspires and supports learning and personal growth;
• Motivate students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a solid foundation for further education in accordance with each student's ability and needs;
• Establish positive relationships with parents, faculty, and other staff members;
• Ensure the written, taught and assessed curriculum is in line with IB PYP and Ministry of Education curriculum, ensuring differentiation;
• Develop programme of inquiry, unit plans and lesson plans, ensuring integration of all aspects of the IB PYP curriculum, with a focus on SEL, DEI and inquiry-based learning;
• Update all necessary records accurately as required by the Ministry, IBO and school guidelines;
• Communicate information regularly to students, colleagues and parents regarding student progress, including formally through report cards and parent-teacher meetings, 3 way conferences and student-led conferences;
• Keep up-to-date and incorporate best practices in subject area(s) and approaches to teaching and learning through professional reading, participating in workshops and other professional development opportunities;
• Participate actively in faculty and department / division meetings and meet regularly with teams to plan, review and update the written curriculum;
• Assume responsibility for and participate in co-curricular activities.

Candidate Profile :

Why Join Branksome Hall :

Joining Branksome Hall will change your life. Along with highly collaborative, mission-driven colleagues and a stimulating environment, Branksome Hall offers the opportunity to :

Target Hiring Range : $68,.39 - $,.64 (placement on the grid is determined based on qualifications and years of eligible and related experience)