Business Teacher - Secondary School

J. Addison School is Canada’s pre-eminent K-12 private day and boarding school committed to providing the highest quality instruction based on the Ontario curriculum. Working collaboratively, we assist in the development of each of our student's academic potential and success in a structured and supportive environment. Located in Canada’s top innovative city of Markham, Ontario, we are looking for enthusiastic and effective leaders to navigate us through highly anticipated growth. Our campus includes a main building that offers almost 60,000 square feet of state-of-the-art facilities on 3 floors, including dormitory residences, cafeteria, dance studio, 2 storey-high gymnasium, and so much more.We’re currently seeking for a Business Leadership & Accounting – High School Teacher, who will effectively plan, organize and implement an appropriate instructional program in a learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential.Job duties:Instructs students, using various teaching methods, for example lecture and demonstration, and uses audiovisual aids and other materials to supplement presentations.Prepares Business courses objectives and outline following curriculum guidelines or requirements of school.Assigns lessons and corrects homework.Administers tests to evaluate students' progress, records results, and issues reports to inform parents of progress.Keep and maintain attendance records, and follow up with principal and guardians, as needed.Maintains discipline in classroom by applying disciplinary measures when necessary.Meets with parents to discuss student progress and problems.Participates in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops.Performs related duties, for example sponsoring one or more activities or student organizations, assisting pupils in selecting course of study, and counselling student in adjustment and academic problems.Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipmentUpdate all necessary records accurately and completely as required by Ministry and school regulationsParticipate in extracurricular activities such as social activities, sporting activities, clubs and student organizationsKeep up to date with developments in subject area, teaching resources and methods and make relevant changes to instructional plans and activitiesPerform certain pastoral duties including but not limited to student support, counselling students with academic problems and providing student encouragementParticipate in department and school meetings, parent meetingsDeal tactfully with staff, students, parents and the public. Requirements:Bachelors of Education Degree from an accredited institution, or equivalentUniversity Degree in an appropriate field preferredFamiliar with the Business Ontario credited coursesTeaching additional subjects is preferable but not a mustProficiency in English, fluency in other languages an asset but not requiredAbility to pass a criminal background checkKnowledge and understanding of school policies, compliance regulations and appropriate legislationExcellent interpersonal skillsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsHigh level of energy & patienceGenuinely committed to helping children learnExcellent problem solving, negotiation and mediation skillsAbility and willingness to perform required physical tasksAbility to recognize individual learning styles and the characteristics of learnersHigh level of attention to confidentialityCultural sensitivityStrong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Teams etc.Willing to participate in ongoing learning Work conditions:Interacts with students, teachers, administration, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel under all circumstances.Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and peripherals.Overtime as required. Schedule: Day shift, Monday to Friday, 30 hours/weekLocation: Markham, ONEmployment Type: Full-time, fixed term contractSalary: $25/hour Benefits:Company eventsDiscounted or free foodOn-site parkingPaid time off Expected start date: 2026-02-02 J. Addison School is an equal opportunity employer. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs provided in all stages of the hiring process. We appreciate all applications. However, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. Our hiring and screening process will not involve AI tools for assessment. For more information, please visit us at J. Addison School website: https://jaddisonschool.com/