French Teacher (Tuesdays & Thursdays)
68 Daisy Avenue, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M8W 1S1
contract . April 16, 2024
Description
Campus: Daisy Campus - 68 Daisy Ave, Etobicoke, ON M8W 1S1
Start date: September 5, 2024-June 12, 2025
Hours of work per week: 10 hours (8:00 am-1:00 pm, Tuesdays & Thursdays)
Contract length: 10 months, with the option of contract renewal
Position type: Contractor
Number of positions: 1
About Vincent Massey Academy, Day School
Vincent Massey Academy, Day School (VMA) offers an integrated educational experience that helps students develop into thriving individuals to create a better future for themselves and others. In our classrooms of 13-15 students, students are provided with a space that allows for individualized learning, strong relationships between teachers and peers, and learning that is built around the needs and interests of the students in our classes.
This unique learning environment is fostered and nurtured by our teachers who nurture the courageous young minds our world seeks. Our teachers view their students as strong, capable, resilient, and rich with wonder and knowledge. With our teacher's ability to know each student in their room, they can build rich, meaningful learning that places the interests and individual needs at the heart of the classroom's learning.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a French Teacher on a fixed-term contract for the 2024-25 school year. This is a 10-month contract with possible contract extension.
The French Teacher will teach in our classrooms 2 days per week, each Tuesday and Thursday of the school year. The classrooms for the upcoming school year range from Kindergarten to Grade 4. 30 minutes of prep time are provided for every hour of instructional time, for a total of 10 hours weekly.
What You'll Do
Conduct each lesson in a detailed and structured manner, with individual student growth and understanding as the main goal
Work with VMA's Curriculum Director to create lesson plans, learning objectives, and goals for the French language program
Approach each instructional day with a student growth mindset
Differentiate instruction and assessment practices to meet the needs of individual students
Participate in ongoing assessment and reporting
Support the social-emotional development of students
Work cooperatively with all faculty to support school improvement, program development, and professional goal-setting
Contribute meaningfully to the positive school culture at VMA
Ensure that all actions and communications positively represent VMA and its mission, vision, and values
Be committed to diversity and inclusion
What You'll Need
Bachelor's Degree, or higher, from an accredited institution
Proficiency in French language, orally and written
Registration to the Ontario College of Teachers with Good Standing and Primary/Junior teaching qualifications is considered a strong asset
French as a Second Language AQ or Specialist is considered a strong asset
1-2 years experience teaching French to students at the Primary-Junior level
Familiarity with the French AIM Language Learning program is considered a strong asset
Strong classroom behaviour management skills and teaching techniques specific to French instruction
Proficient interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with all students, families, and faculty members
Demonstrated professional behaviour, including discretion, judgment, and integrity
Proficient with relevant software and technology applications (SeeSaw, SMART Board, Google application, and Microsoft Suite)
Belief in VMA's mission, vision, and values
Current Standard First Aid/CPR C with AED certification
Current Vulnerable Sector Check
Fully immunized with a Health Canada-recognized COVID-19 vaccine
How to Apply
Candidates should apply directly on our careers page with their resume and cover letter. Applications must be submitted in English.
VMA is committed to providing accommodations to persons with disabilities so that they may pursue employment opportunities in a similar way to other applicants. In keeping with our commitment to provide services in a manner that is accessible to all, reasonable accommodation will be provided for applicants upon request.
While we thank all applicants for their time in applying, only those selected will be contacted for an interview.
Compensation
$40.00 - $42.50 per hour