ESL Secondary School Teacher (Short-term Contract)

North York Academy is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic ESL teacher to deliver one Ontario secondary school ESL credit course to a small group of students. The successful candidate will provide engaging, student-centered instruction and support English language development in listening, speaking, reading, and writing.

Employment Term

November 16, 2026 - January 28, 2027.

No classes during the school break from December 21, 2026 to January 8, 2027.

About North York Academy

North York Academy is an Ontario Ministry-inspected independent secondary school serving local and international students. We provide a supportive and personalized learning environment with small class sizes, allowing teachers to offer individualized support.

Responsibilities

· Deliver one Ontario secondary school ESL credit course in accordance with the applicable Ontario curriculum.

· Prepare lesson plans, learning activities, assessments, and instructional materials.

· Assess students’ English proficiency and adapt instruction to their learning needs.

· Provide ongoing feedback, mark student work, and complete final evaluations and grade reporting.

· Maintain accurate attendance, assessment, and student learning records.

· Communicate effectively with students, families, and school administration as required.

· Foster an inclusive, engaging, and supportive classroom environment.

Teaching Schedule

· Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

· In-person teaching at North York Academy.

· Schedule follows the school calendar.

Qualifications

· Experience teaching English as a Second Language (ESL), preferably at the secondary school level.

· Knowledge of Ontario ESL curriculum, assessment, and reporting practices.

· Classroom management, communication, and organizational skills.

· Experience working with international students and English language learners is an asset.

· Proficiency in Vietnamese is considered a strong asset.

Salary

CAD $35 per instructional hour, with an estimated total of approximately 100 instructional hours and an anticipated compensation package of CAD $3,500 for the entire course.

How to Apply?

Interested candidates are invited to submit a brief cover email and résumé to:

Mr. Demo Aliferis, Principal, [email protected]