Elementary Homeroom Teacher
Sathya Sai School of Toronto – Canada
Location - Scarborough, ON
Contract Position - August 24, 2026 - August 31, 2027
Sathya Sai School of Toronto is an independent elementary school (JK–Grade 8) operating in accordance with Ontario Ministry of Education requirements for private schools. The school offers a structured academic program with clear expectations, high student engagement, and a supportive parent community. The school has consistently received a 10/10 rating from the Fraser Institute since 2006.
We are seeking an Ontario Certified Teacher (OCT) for a homeroom position. The successful candidate will deliver the Ontario curriculum across core subject areas and maintain a well-organized, focused classroom environment.
Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver instruction in Language, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies aligned with the Ontario curriculum
- Deliver Arts as part of the core program.
- Develop student skills in reading comprehension, written communication, and mathematical problem-solving
- Monitor student progress using established assessment tools (Raz-Plus, Knowledgehook, Acadience)
- Maintain assessment, evaluation, and reporting aligned with Growing Success.
- Establish clear classroom routines, efficient transitions, and consistent behaviour expectations.
- Communicate regularly with parents and collaborate with staff
- Fulfill supervision duties, including dismissal and playground duty
Instructional Approach
- Instruction is aligned with the Ontario curriculum across the core subject areas.
- In Language, students build reading comprehension, writing, vocabulary, and oral communication skills, supported by resources such as Raz-Plus.
- In Mathematics, the focus is on problem-solving, reasoning, and conceptual understanding, with ongoing feedback supported by tools such as Knowledgehook.
- In Science and Social Studies, students learn through inquiry, discussion, and application of ideas to meaningful contexts.
Student progress is monitored on an ongoing basis through a combination of observation, student work, and assessment tools such as Acadience. Instruction is adjusted to respond to student needs.
School and Program
- Students are motivated, respectful, and consistently on-task
- Clear, school-wide expectations for behaviour and routines
- Supportive and engaged parent community
- Weekly staff collaboration and structured academic program
- Five prep periods per week, consistent with Ontario schedules
Our environment allows teachers to focus on instruction and academic growth.
Human Values Program
Teachers deliver a daily structured Human Values period focused on student responsibility, self-regulation, and respectful behaviour. Training and support are provided.
Qualifications
- Member in good standing with the Ontario College of Teachers (OCT)
- Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.)
- Minimum 1–2 years of experience teaching the Ontario curriculum
- Demonstrated ability to independently manage a classroom
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience teaching at the junior level
- Familiarity with Raz-Plus, Knowledgehook, Acadience, or similar tools
- Strong classroom management and organization
- Effective communication with parents and colleagues
Compensation
- Salary range of $48,000 to $52,000
· Extended health and dental benefits, along with employer RRSP contribution and matching of up to 2%, available with a full-year contract offer following the initial contract period
Application Requirements
- Cover letter
- Resume
- OCT number
- Two professional references
- Vulnerable Sector Screening (or willingness to obtain)
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months
Pay: $48,000.00-$52,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- RRSP match
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Member in good standing with Ontario College of Teachers (required)
Work Location: In person
