Associate Teacher – Elementary

Lauremont School acknowledges that we engage in learning on the traditional territory of the Anishinaabe, Haudenosaunee, Huron-Wendat, Métis, and Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation, all of whom call this land home.

Lauremont School is a leading independent day school in Richmond Hill, Ontario that offers the Montessori and International Baccalaureate pedagogies. We provide students from 18 months to Grade 12 the foundation for a life of goodness and excellence.

Lauremont

School is a member of CIS Ontario and is accredited by CCMA, CAIS and the IBO. Our Mission is to provide an inclusive educational experience which encourages every learner to become compassionate, curious and connected citizens in a complex and changing world. The school offers opportunities for professional development and the chance to work in a vibrant, collegial workplace.

Associate Teachers report to the Head of Elementary and are responsible for providing coverage across various teaching positions during faculty absences.

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Teachers also provide classroom support throughout the work cycle, attend departmental and faculty meetings, assist with duties and supervision, and contribute enthusiastically to the school’s vibrant community life. The expectations and outcomes of Teachers vary somewhat when Teachers do not incur full-time responsibility for a classroom and its activities unless otherwise stated (e.g. lesson plan responsibilities). However, Teachers are expected to fulfill the role of replacement teacher and/or support teacher in an exemplary manner in all areas. This is a one (1) year contract. This position will commence late August 2026.

The successful candidate will be a recent university graduate looking to be mentored by experienced faculty and will help shape the growth of our School for the 2025/2026 academic year. The successful candidates will be fully involved in the life of the school, and manage a range of duties that may include teaching, covering classes for absent teachers, assisting learners in our Learning Strategies Department and participating in our co-curricular programs. This is a one (1) year contract.

This position will commence late August 2025.

Key Responsibilities and Tasks

# 1 – Responsibilities – Classroom

• Stepping into various teaching roles when teachers are absent
• Supporting students’ in-class learning
• Participating in faculty and department meetings and activities
• Ensuring a welcoming classroom environment in a manner that reflects the Lauremont commitment to supporting students and their families, and the motto “I am Known”
• Supporting the growth and development of individual learners through the delivery of the Montessori philosophy
• Establishing good relationships with teachers, staff and parents across the school community
• Being an active and positive participant in the extracurricular and community life of the school
• Maintain an orderly and attractive classroom, mindful of the principles of Montessori
• Maintain appropriate student behaviour through effective classroom management
• Evaluate and interpret student learning in a professional manner
• Maintain a record of daily lesson plans

# 2 – Responsibilities – School Community

• Maintain a standard of professional behaviour, within and beyond the classroom, which exemplifies Montessori principles
• Promote and create a collegial and supportive environment with the co-teacher and teachers from other grade levels
• Participate in faculty meetings and activities
• Maintain an orderly and attractive school environment in accordance with Montessori principles
• Participate in community activities, related but not limited to, student development, parent education and public relations, such as school concerts
• Work collaboratively with colleagues
• Seek out and participate in co-curricular activities each academic year for the benefit of students and the school community
• Determine and participate in professional development activities to support personal growth and the School’s growth and development

# 3 – Responsibilities – Academic Support

• Fulfill the role of a classroom teacher in the event of a teacher’s absence from his/her assigned classroom
• Provide academic support to students, designated by classroom teachers in consultation with the Academic Head and the Student Success Team
• Act as a resource for the production of classroom materials as designated by the Academic Head.

This job posting is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned by the school.

Qualifications

• Ontario College of Teachers certification, or Montessori Elementary