IB English Teacher

Senior School Faculty

Full-time, Fixed Term Contract

Ashbury College is a leading not-for-profit independent day and boarding school for students in Grades 4 to 12 located in Canada's capital and the traditional, unceded territory of the Anishinàbe Algonquin Nation. We serve a diverse community of over 60 nationalities from around the National Capital Region, the International diplomatic community, and international and domestic boarding students.

Our mission is to inspire students in a dynamic learning environment as intellectually curious, compassionate, and responsible global citizens. Our strategic direction is centered on the highest standards in teaching and learning; whole student development; access and inclusion in our pluralistic community; community engagement; and resource stewardship for long-term sustainability. We achieve these through a community of employees, volunteers, and students who cultivate and celebrate diversity and inclusion.

We are seeking a full-time, Senior School International Baccalaureate English teacher for a fixed-term contract. Reporting to the Department Head of English, you will be responsible for the delivery of an exceptional classroom experience to our students.

Specific responsibilities include:

• Teach full-time (5 classes), including IB and Ontario Curriculum English
• Provide on-call teaching as required
• Actively participate in Department meetings, faculty teaching and learning opportunities, and whole school activities.

As the successful candidate, you have a history of school community involvement, bringing enthusiasm and energy to the classroom, thriving in a busy learning community, working collaboratively with colleagues, and leading co-curricular activities. Your teaching practice includes current learning theories, creative use of technology, and imaginative course design and delivery.

Your education, experience and qualifications include:

• Ontario Teacher Certification in Senior Level English, or equivalent certification 2
• B.A or M.A in English
• Experience teaching Ontario Curriculum English, Grades 9 – 12, and IB English, Grades 11 & 12
• Evidence of teaching enhanced by technology.
• A demonstrated commitment to enriching school life for students, including promoting pluralism and enhancing student belonging
• Experience leading co-curricular activities in the areas of creativity, activity (including athletics), and service
• Member in good standing of the Ontario College of Teachers
• Experience teaching International Baccalaureate English Language and Literature and/or Literature is an asset
• International experience and/or fluency in multiple languages is an asset.

Ashbury College provides a competitive compensation and benefits package, including participation in the Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan.

This appointment is effective starting October 27, 2025, for a period of approximately one month with the possibility of extension. We encourage all qualified candidates to submit their applications at their earliest convenience. Please note that the posting will be removed once the position is successfully filled.

At Ashbury College, we develop students as responsible global citizens. We do this through a community of employees, volunteers, and students who cultivate and celebrate diversity and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from all qualified individuals who are members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity. This supports our mission, makes our community stronger, and adds to our school culture.

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