Latin Teacher
3 weeks ago
The Opportunity:
For the -25 academic year, we are seeking a Latin Teacher to work in our Senior and Middle School on a contract basis as a member of the Modern and Classical Languages team. In a community where social-emotional learning is a key priority, the successful candidate demonstrates strong communication skills and the ability to build a caring rapport with students and colleagues.
Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
Using an SEL lens, create a class environment that inspires and supports learning and personal growth;
Establish effective rapport with students;
Motivate students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for further education in accordance with each students ability;
Establish positive relationships with parents, faculty and other staff members;
Adept at leveraging technology to deliver education program and correspond with students, parents, colleagues and the community at large;
Ensure the written, taught and assessed curriculum is in line with IB and Ministry of Education curriculum ensuring differentiation;
Develop unit plans and lesson plans ensuring integration of all aspects of MYP and DP curricula, with a focus on inquiry-based learning;
Update all necessary records accurately as required by Ministry, IBO and school guidelines;
Communicate information regularly to students, colleagues and parents regarding student progress including formally through report cards and parent-teacher meetings;
Keep up-to-date with developments in subject area and approaches to teaching and learning through professional reading, participating in workshops and other professional development opportunities;
Participate actively in faculty and department meetings and meet regularly with all course teams to plan, review and update the written curriculum;
Assume responsibility for and participate in co-curricular activities;
Participate as an Advisor, mentoring students and meeting them twice in an 8 day cycle.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited institution with a specialist in Latin;
Ontario College of Teachers certification or equivalent degree with I/S qualifications in Classical Studies - Latin;
Minimum three years’ teaching experience preferred;
Experience in and knowledge of IB is a strong asset;
Knowledge of relevant technology and able to work in a laptop environment;
Possesses strong oral and written communication skills;
Works independently with little direct supervision;
Works as part of a team.
Why Join Branksome Hall?
Competitive salary and benefits including being a contributing member of the Ontario Teachers Pension Plan (OTPP) for eligible employees;
Access to state of the art facilities and resources to support wellness, innovation and entrepreneurship such as the fitness centre, swimming pools, and makerspaces
A collaborative community with a commitment to the growth and development of employees with ongoing professional development and mentorship;
Opportunity to join a global network of IB educators with strong connections to the IB and active partnerships with international organizations.
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