Employment Terms: Full-Time, 2-Year Contract

Start date: August 2024

The Upper School at UCC is inviting applications for a dynamic Teaching Intern. The UCC Teaching Intern program is a wonderful opportunity for new teachers to develop experience in the classroom, be mentored by outstanding seasoned faculty members, and have phenomenal exposure to a top-quality educational experience. You will provide instruction and classroom support to a diverse range of students across the Upper School and meaningfully engage in the Colleges co-curricular program, including athletic coaching as needed. You may also provide supply coverage to Upper School teachers. A demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with teachers and students is essential, particularly with students from a diverse range of ethno-cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.

Key Responsibilities and Tasks

Lead various learning opportunities for students including teaching a General Learning Skills course and potentially other subjects based on your education;

Be involved in curriculum development;

Support students individually and in groups;

Participate in faculty and professional meetings, assemblies and various professional development opportunities;

Perform supervisory duties;

On-call substitute teacher;

Assist with field trips;

Lead with skill, passion, and enthusiasm in identified activities in our vast co-curricular program, including athletics, the arts, clubs and publications; and

Actively participate in the life of the school including, but not limited to graduation, school dances and other extracurricular community events as required.

Job Requirements

Experience, Knowledge and Competencies:

Bachelor of Education; or equivalent teaching certification;

Demonstrated ability to employ a wide variety of teaching techniques including utilization of technology;

Ability to recognize individual learning styles and the characteristics of learners;

Displays humility and empathy, and recognizes their ability to positively influence change. Embraces the opportunity and responsibility to make a difference in their local and global communities;

Commitment to honesty, justice, fairness and equity;

Concern for the whole student, not just academics;

Collaborative, energetic disposition with demonstrated creativity and passion for working with students;

Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to develop strong professional relationships with students, colleagues, administration and parents;

Strong communication and problem-solving;

Willingness to adapt and change based on the unique and diverse needs of the students;

Effective team member;

Strong attention to detail, organization and planning;

Invests in personal development and strives to grow professionally.

What We Offer

Unparalleled opportunities for professional development including workshops, networking sessions, a leadership program, and visiting experts and scholars;

Flexibility to substitute statutory holidays in recognition of diverse religious and cultural practices;

Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, including health care and lifestyle spending accounts;

Pension plan, generous vacation time, self-funded sabbaticals, parental leave top-up

Significant support for personal and family wellbeing and mental health, including the Employee and Family Assistance Program;

Paid volunteer time off for involvement in the communities that matter to you

Social events for colleagues and their families;

Collaborative and supportive team members and colleagues;

Free on-campus parking.

About UCC

Upper Canada College is a place where tradition, excellence and innovation meet. At UCC faculty and staff thrive for many reasons: our dynamic, supportive environment; cutting-edge facilities; diverse and collaborative community; and competitive compensation and benefits. Surrounded by expert educators, dedicated students and a network of learning partners and resources, youll be inspired to explore your passions and be your best. Your work fosters the development of graduates who think critically, solve complex problems and lead lives of impact.

At UCC we are grounded in our mission to provide transformational learning opportunities and our values of learning, service, community, pluralism and wellbeing.

UCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity, encouraging applications from all qualified individuals including women, visible minorities, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and LGBTQ persons. UCC embraces pluralism celebrating differences, cherishing similarities, and giving voice to multiple perspectives. If you are contacted regarding a UCC opportunity, please advise if you require any accommodations.

Please apply online through the ApplytoEducation portal by creating a Teachers profile account by May 15th, 2:00pm. We thank all candidates in advance; however, we will contact only those selected for an interview.To learn more about UCC, please visit ucc.on.ca and https://careers.ucc.on.ca/