Seneca Hill Private School, founded in 1988, is committed to providing an enriched and personalized learning journey for each child. As an IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) Candidate School, we foster inquiry, reflection, and a global mindset within a close-knit, family-oriented community. Our small class sizes, emphasis on character education, and high academic standards empower students to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

We welcome all students to Seneca Hill, where bullying is not tolerated and a culture of respect and belonging is nurtured.

We are seeking an Elementary Homeroom teacher who is passionate about inquiry-based learning, student well-being, and creative teaching practices. The ideal candidate will inspire curiosity, create meaningful real-world connections, and cultivate the IB Learner Profile attributes in their classroom. We are looking for candidates with a deep understanding of strong Literacy and Numeracy instructional practices.

Responsibilities

Design and deliver engaging, inquiry- and project-based learning experiences that foster deep conceptual understanding across subject areas.

Use assessment for, as, and of learning to guide instruction, provide feedback, and support growth in alignment with Growing Success (2010) and IB assessment philosophy.

Incorporate backward design when planning units of inquiry and integrate interdisciplinary connections.

Support diverse learning needs by creating inclusive, differentiated learning environments.

Promote social-emotional development, character education, and a strong sense of community within the classroom.





Use technology in purposeful, student-centered ways to enhance learning and assessment.

Collaborate with colleagues to plan, reflect, and build a strong IB culture of continuous improvement.

Qualifications

Preferred: Member of the Ontario College of Teachers (OCT) or equivalent teaching certification.

Experience with inquiry-based and project-based learning; familiarity with the IB PYP is an asset.

Strong communication, adaptability, and collaboration skills.

Commitment to professional growth and lifelong learning.

Enthusiasm for helping students develop as caring, balanced, and principled learners.

Why Join Seneca Hill?

Be part of a supportive, family-oriented community.

Work in a collaborative environment where innovation and inquiry are celebrated.

Help shape the future of our IB PYP journey while making a meaningful impact on students’ lives.

Interested candidates are encouraged to forward a cover letter, résumé, and supporting documents to Human Resources at Seneca Hill Private School. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Visit us at www.senecahill.ca to learn more about our school and our journey as an IB PYP Candidate School.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $4,200.00-$5,200.00 per month

Benefits

- Extended health care

Ability to commute/relocate:
- North York, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (required)

Experience:
- teaching: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Elementary Homeroom Teacher (North York)
🏢 Seneca Hill Collegiate
📍 North York