Assistant Teacher

4 days ago

Markham ON, York Regional Municipality, ON; Ontario, Canada Spirit of Math Full-time

Job profile

The Level 3 Assistant Teacher is an adult instructional support role that supports classroom instruction more actively than an Assistant Teacher and is qualified to independently teach (as a substitute teacher if the need arises) as they are certified through FTM 2.

This role is designed as a developmental pathway to becoming a Primary Teacher with classroom exposure and performance-based progression.

ELIGIBILITY & REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be 18+, with a Bachelor’s Degree, and hired as an employee.

  • Successful completion of mandatory background screening (vulnerability check)

  • Completion and passing of FTM 1.

  • Completion and passing of FTM 2.

  • Ability to commit to regular weekly shifts

  • Professional communication and classroom conduct required

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

Instructional Support

  • Support lesson delivery alongside the Primary Teacher.

  • Lead pre-assigned classroom activities such as groupwork, drills, or core topics.

  • Provide targeted support to new and struggling students.

  • Assist with homework sessions when assigned.

  • Maintain classroom flow while the Primary Teacher attends to individual needs or parents.

  • Support assessment and new students and work with them independently as required.

  • Independently teach or substitute teach in the absence of the primary teacher.

Classroom & Operational Support

  • Arrive 15 minutes before class starts.

  • Assist with classroom setup and standards upkeep.

  • Support transitions, engagement, and student behavior expectations.

  • Assist with attendance tracking and follow-up as directed.

Academic & Assessment Support

  • Assist with marking and preparation as assigned.

  • Provide observational feedback on student progress to the Primary Teacher.

  • Assist with updating Brightspace records as required.

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