Upper School Learning Strategies Lead

7 days ago

Richmond Hill, Canada TMS School Full time

**Upper School Learning Strategies Lead**

**(This position will commence late August 2024)**
- TMS acknowledges that we engage in learning on the traditional territory of the Anishinaabe, Haudenosaunee, Huron-Wendat, Métis, and Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation, all of whom call this land home_

TMS is a leading independent day school in Richmond Hill, Ontario that offers the Montessori and International Baccalaureate pedagogies. We provide students from 18 months to Grade 12 the foundation for a life of goodness and excellence. TMS is a member of CIS Ontario and is accredited by CCMA, CAIS and the IBO. Our Mission is to provide an inclusive educational experience which encourages every learner to become compassionate, curious and connected citizens in a complex and changing world. The school offers opportunities for professional development and the chance to work in a vibrant, collegial workplace.

TMS Upper School is the only independent school in York Region that offers the International Baccalaureate Programme. 340 students from Grades 7-12 attend this modern, bright and student-centred campus where every day offers new and exciting activities. The focus of our work is found in our aspirational desire to know every student, believing this allows us the best opportunity to enable them to fulfill their potential.

The Learning Strategies Lead works collegially to support the school's vision, mission and philosophy; supports the school's curricular and philosophical commitments as a welcoming IB School. The position also works with the Head of Upper School to ensure that at all times the school's curriculum provides a safe, supportive learning environment for students, teachers and all other members of the TMS community.

This position reports to the Head of Upper School and is a full-time position that will be based at our Upper School campus.

**Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to**:

- Reviewing and interpreting psychoeducational reports; writing accommodation plans; regularly meeting with parents, teachers and others to ensure students are achieving to the best of their ability.
- Tracking, monitoring, and documenting student progress, ensuring support plans are in place where required.
- Running after-school student support sessions for academic skill development.
- Supporting the organization and invigilation of student accommodations through yearly testing, exam periods including IB exams, ministry exams, and the OSSLT.
- Oversees the Learning Strategies Support team
- Works with the Head of Upper School to formulate school policy for Learning Strategies
- Works with the MYP and DP Coordinators to support student learning for all
- Oversees the High Level Performers Program (HLP)
- Oversees the Concussion Return to Learn
- Develop and maintain a standard of professional behaviour, within and beyond the classroom, which exemplifies Montessori and International Baccalaureate principles
- Promote and create a collegial and supportive environment with all faculty members
- Establish and maintain an orderly and attractive Student Centre in accordance with Montessori and International Baccalaureate principles
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to develop, implement and evaluate school curriculum
- Determine and participate in professional development activities to support personal growth as well as the growth and development of the School
- Being an active and positive participant in the co-curricular and community life of the school
- Helps promote a culture where diversity is encouraged and where students learn to respect differences, take responsibility for their actions, exercise leadership and strive for academic excellence.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned by the school.

**Qualifications, Experience and Attributes**:

- Education degree (OCT certified) with qualifications in Special Education required (Part 1, 2, and Specialist);
- A minimum of 3 years experience being part of a Learning Strategies team and teaching in Special Education/Learning Strategies (Grades 7-10)
- Experience reading educational evaluations and developing and implementing individual education plans;
- Previous teaching and work experience that involves collaboration in the area of curriculum development and instructional practices;
- Demonstrated knowledge of counselling theories, models and techniques
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with colleagues, students, and parents;
- Exceptionally strong problem solving, organizational, time management skills and attention to detail;
- Strong capacity for flexibility, self-direction and initiative;
- Strong oral and written communication skills;
- Ability to instruct in a laptop environment; and willingness and enthusiasm for integrating technology into the learning environment
- A current Vulnerable Sector Police Record Check;
- Current F

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