Art/Woodworking Teacher - Jobs in Ottawa, Ontario, K1M

Job Description

Art / Woodworking Teacher (Combined Role)St-Laurent Academy is a dynamic and inspiring, JK to Grade 12, Private School located in Ottawa, Ontario.We are growing significantly, recently purchasing a new school space in the beautiful Rockcliffe/Lindenlea neighbourhood, and are currently accepting applications for a full-time Art/Woodworking Teacher for 2025 - 2026 School Year.Positions:

• Art/ Woodworking Teacher (All Grade Levels - Kindergarten to Grade 8).

Job Types: Full-Time.Qualifications:

• Must be eligible to work in Ontario.
• B.Ed with Ontario Teaching Certification (OCT) in good standing. Note: equivalent certification (within a vocational trade) is accepted, along with combined classroom experience.
• Excellent classroom management, organization, and planning skills. Again, teaching experience is essential.
• Excellent oral, written, communication, and presentation skills in English.
• Computer literacy: proficient and knowledgeable with all Google Suite products (Google Classroom, Docs, Slides, Forms, Sheets)Microsoft Office (Excel), and Smart-board Technology.
• Ability to differentiate instruction to meet the individual needs of each student.
• Understands the needs of students and goes beyond the call of duty.
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues, administration, and parents.
• Flexible, with an ability to manage to change strategies, environments, and needs.
• Core characteristics with regards to kindness, patience, creativity, positive energy and a love for teaching is essential.
• Ability to present an Art Based Portfolio of completed works and lessons.
• Practical experience in woodworking or carpentry is crucial to demonstrate your skills and knowledge.
• You need to know how to safely use and operate various woodworking tools (at this time, heavy machinery will NOT be used).
• Knowledge of Shop Safety- A strong understanding of safety protocols and procedures is essential for a safe learning environment.

The following assets are preferred but not required:

• Ability to communicate in French.
• Experience in a private/independent school.
• Experience /Education in Special Education is valued highly.
• Coaching and Leadership experiences (the Arts, Sports, Clubs, etc.) are important.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive salary with additional annual bonus components.
• Benefits include Group Health Insurance (after 180 days of employment).
• Self-Directed RRSP (with employer contribution after 1 year of employment).
• Additional week vacation during March/Spring Break (2 weeks), in addition to regular vacation time, stat holidays and extra days that the school provides to support teacher wellness.
• Maternity Leave Top Up.
• Ability to participate in school trips and adventurous outings.
• Ability to Coach a team and/or run a specific specialized club in addition to the regular schedule, with additional remuneration provided.

The school follows the traditional school year calendar from early September through late June.Our High School is per semester.