Associate Faculty

Founded in 1879, Lakefield College School (LCS) is a leader among Canada’s independent boarding and day schools and prides itself on its reputation for providing a strong, caring community, a well-rounded program, and a transformational student experience.

Employment at LCS is more than a "job." Because we are predominantly a boarding school, much is required of both faculty and staff. In return, the school strives to provide competitive salaries, benefits, and opportunities for growth. All members of the community are encouraged to participate fully in the life of the school and to use and enjoy the beautiful grounds and facilities.

At LCS, we believe in the dignity and worth of all individuals. With roughly 430 students joining us from over 40 countries, we believe young people learn and mature best when they are encouraged to embrace their individuality within a richly diverse and supportive community. We believe that our community is strengthened by this diversity of perspectives.

**Position Summary**:
Associate Faculty live on campus and enjoy being part of an on-campus, active learning community with an opportunity to experience mentorship and career development. Associate Faculty work within the Residential and Academic programs.

Associate Faculty duties are based on your individual strengths and experience. In addition to two or three weekdays of 24-hour residential coverage and one or two weekends a month of residential coverage, duties include but are not limited to:

Coaching/leading athletic or artistic co-curricular programs throughout the year- Rotating school duties including: teaching/classroom coverage, evening and weekend programming supervision, various on-campus student/spirit events, emergency hospital coverage

The Associate Faculty role is a paid contract position including health and dental benefits, professional development funding, as well as OTPP contributions for OCT qualified teachers. Most Associate Faculty apartments are attached to the residence while some live on campus in staff buildings. Each apartment includes living space, a bedroom and a bathroom. Food at the dining hall, access to our beautiful 315-acre lakefront campus and all of the facilities are included with the position.

**Qualifications and Experience**:- Undergraduate diploma and/or degree required-
- For teaching and co-teaching assignments a B.Ed. with I/S qualifications is required-
- Demonstrated ability to engage with teenagers and support them in their development and living the school’s values-
- Personal qualities:student-centered, collaborative, reflective, and receptive practitioner, able to inspire and motivate
-open-minded, resilient, empathetic, caring, and enthusiastic
-innovative - including cross-curricular integration appreciation
-flexible, ability to problem solve and think strategically
-strong interpersonal and communication skills, well developed professional judgment
- Previous experience in a residential camp or boarding school setting would be considered an asset
- Athletic or Artistic coaching experience would be preferred
- Current certification for First Aid, CPR/AED
- Second language proficiency is considered an asset
- NLS, WFA, and other outdoor qualifications are assets

**Commencement**:

- August 21, 2024

**Why LCS?**
- You’ll have the opportunity to work with some of the most enthusiastic staff members you’ve ever met. You’ll witness all of the things that make the best boarding schools great. You’ll become part of a community. But more importantly, you will grow. You’ll do challenging work you love and be part of a success story that you can be proud of.**How to apply**:- Lakefield College School is an inclusive, caring community. We believe in the dignity and worth of all individuals. We embrace diversity and practice equity. We lead with empathy to create a sense of belonging for all. We are committed to equal employment opportunities for persons of all cultures, colours, ancestries, religions, sexes, national origins, sexual orientations, ages, marital statuses, disabilities, gender identities and veteran statuses._
- We respectfully acknowledge that Lakefield College School is located on the Treaty 20 Michi Saagiig territory and in the traditional territory of the Michi Saagiig and Chippewa Nations, collectively known as the Williams Treaties First Nations, which include: Curve Lake, Hiawatha, Alderville, Scugog Island, Rama, Beausoleil, and Georgina Island First Nations._
- Lakefield College School respectfully acknowledges that the Williams Treaties First Nations are the stewards and caretakers of these lands and waters in perpetuity and that they continue to maintain this responsibility to ensure their health and integrity for generations to come._