Full-time Temporary Position Start Date: As Soon As Possible Department: Senior School Full time Temporary Position Start Date: As Soon As Possible Department: Senior School Principal, Senior School To support our vision of empowered young women challenging and transforming the world, we are currently seeking a Senior School Business Studies Teacher. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with the Senior School Principal and Faculty and will be responsible for learning and teaching within Economics, Launching and Leading a Business, International Business Fundamentals and Canadian History courses. This is a temporary contract position to address an immediate staffing need due to a leave of absence.

SMLS is a premier independent girls' school (JK–Grade 12) with 135 years of history. Located on 10 acres in Olde Oakville, our mission is to provide personalized, real-world learning experiences that encourage young women to challenge and transform the world. Our tight-knit, nurturing community allows each girl to explore her unique pathway to success.

An enthusiastic, articulate, and creative individual who communicates with ease and confidence. A team player who enjoys being part of a vibrant, collaborative community and contributes positively to all areas of the school. An educator who never stops learning and continually seeks best practices in girls' education to enrich your teaching.

Experience with developing innovative inquiry-based programming that challenges students with a variety of learning styles, interests and strengths. ~ 2+ years experience teaching at Senior School level (Grades 9-12)



with a focus on Business & Social Sciences Experience in a non-profit setting (asset) Experience in an Independent School (asset) Working Conditions: Office / School Environment, Mac, Google Education ~ Bachelor of Education, Ontario Teacher Certification Teach Business and History classes within the Senior School. Work collaboratively within the department and the Senior School faculty on curricular initiatives. Contribute to the co-curricular life of the School.

SMLS' culture is highly collaborative and community-oriented. All staff are expected to participate fully in the life of the school, including attending school events which may occur on evenings or weekends from time to time (faculty participation in co-curriculars is essential). While a teacher's current teaching assignment is based on the School's present operational and educational needs, teaching assignments are subject to change from time to time.

As the needs of the School, its students, enrolment, programming, and staffing requirements evolve, you may be assigned to teach different grades, subjects, courses, or programs for which you are qualified and competent to teach. Any such changes will be made reasonably, and every effort will be made to provide advance notice and appropriate training where required. Annual compensation is based on our Faculty Salary Grid,



which factors in qualifications and up to 12 years of teaching experience: SMLS is also a member of the Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan (OTPP).

SMLS does not use artificial intelligence or automated decision-making tools in the screening or selection of candidates. As a school, we support each student's interests, talents, learning needs and strengths. Through our world-class facility, Signature Programs, expertise in girls' education, and dedication to personalization, our students become lifelong learners equipped to achieve excellence in whatever path they choose.

When you join SMLS, you join a fun and supportive community! Health, vision, and dental care Life insurance, AD&D; insurance, and Long Term Disability insurance Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan / RRSP program with up to 5% employer match A healthy lunch program during the school year On-site fitness facilities On-site parking Summer hours and extra long weekends in line with the school calendar Young women empowered to challenge and transform the world. To engage each girl in a personalized, real-world learning experience where she explores her unique pathways within a nurturing community.

If you are interested in an opportunity to join our school, please submit both your cover letter and resume in a single pdf file. SMLS is an equal opportunity employer and we accommodate any needs under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment within our community.

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