Appletree Learning Centre is seeking a committed Ontario Certified Teacher (OCT) to join our growing Etobicoke team.

We are currently hiring for a consistent weekly schedule of Tuesdays from 4:00 or 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm and Saturdays from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm. Availability for both days is required, along with some flexibility to provide additional coverage throughout the week when needed.

This is an opportunity to work one-to-one with students who have learning disabilities, ADHD, dyslexia, and gaps in foundational literacy and numeracy skills. Through structured, evidence-based intervention, our teachers help students build the skills, confidence, and independence needed for long-term academic success.

Whether you are a new graduate or an experienced educator, this role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference while developing specialized expertise in literacy and math intervention.

About Appletree Learning Centre

Appletree Learning Centre specializes in academic remediation for students from Kindergarten to Grade 8 with learning disabilities, ADHD, dyslexia, and foundational skill deficits in reading, writing, language, and mathematics.

Our work goes beyond traditional tutoring. Rather than focusing on homework support, we identify and address underlying skill deficits through highly structured, one-to-one instruction.

Our teachers help students

- Develop phonemic awareness, decoding, fluency, and comprehension
- Strengthen written expression and communication skills
- Build foundational math understanding and number sense
- Close persistent learning gaps and gain confidence as learners

Our Instructional Approach Appletree uses evidence-based intervention programs to address foundational gaps in literacy and numeracy. Teachers receive training in Direct Instruction programs such as Reading Mastery, along with programs such as JUMP Math.

Lessons are structured and fast-paced, with clear instructional expectations, consistent student schedules,



and ongoing progress monitoring. Teachers receive ongoing coaching, mentorship, and instructional support.

About the Role

Successful candidates are proactive, collaborative professionals with robust instructional presence and attention to detail. This role requires the ability to maintain lesson pacing and structure while delivering instructional programs with consistency and fidelity.

Teachers work with the same students each week, allowing them to build meaningful relationships and see measurable academic growth over time.

What We Offer

- Starting at $27/hour
- Comprehensive paid training in Direct Instruction programs
- Ongoing coaching, mentorship, and professional development
- A collaborative and supportive team environment
- Consistent weekly teaching hours
- Greater scheduling flexibility during the summer months
- The opportunity to develop specialized expertise in literacy and math intervention

Commitment Expectations We invest significant time and resources into training and mentorship and are seeking teachers who value consistency and long-term commitment.

Candidates must

- Maintain a consistent weekly schedule throughout the school year
- Continue teaching through the summer months, with greater scheduling flexibility
- Complete all required training before beginning independent teaching
- Commit to delivering sessions consistently throughout the year

Training & Onboarding Comprehensive training is provided and is a required component of this role.





Training begins with self-directed modules followed by a structured combination of in-person observations and team-teaching sessions. All in-person training takes place at our Etobicoke location (3090 Bloor Street West).

Candidates must be available to complete approximately:

- 8 observation sessions
- 10 team-teaching sessions

All required training must be completed before candidates begin teaching independently.

Requirements

- Ontario Certified Teacher (OCT)
- Exceptional command of spoken English
- Ability to accurately model English speech sounds (phonemes), continuous blending, pronunciation, and language structures for students developing foundational literacy skills
- Strong instructional ability in literacy and mathematics up to Grade 8
- Ability to deliver structured instructional programs with consistency and attention to detail
- Strong professionalism, organization, and reliability
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Valid Police Reference Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening

Assets
- Special Education qualifications or experience
- Experience with Direct Instruction, structured literacy, or intervention programs
- Experience teaching reading
- Experience teaching mathematics up to Grade 8
- Experience teaching writing, including paragraph and essay structure
- Experience supporting students with learning disabilities, ADHD, or dyslexia
- Comfort adapting between in-person and virtual instruction when needed

If you are a dedicated educator looking for a consistent, long-term teaching role where you can make a meaningful difference in students' academic development, we would love to hear from you. Pay: $27.00 per hour

Expected hours: 6.0 – 10.0 per week

Ability to commute/relocate

- Etobicoke, ON M8X 1C8: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:
- teaching: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:
- OCT in good standing (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Part-Time Ontario Certified Teacher (OCT) – Literacy & Math Intervention (Etobicoke)
🏢 Appletree Learning Centre
📍 Etobicoke