Job Description
Core Subject/Homeroom Teachers
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 full-time: Core/Homeroom Elementary Teachers for 2025 - 2026 School Year.
Positions:
Homeroom - Core Elementary Teacher (JK - Grade 5: Eng, Math & Social Studies Core Subjects).
ALL KINDERGARTEN TEACHER must be bilingual, French & English.
Job Types: Full-Time
Qualifications:
Must be eligible to work in Ontario.
Ontario Teaching Certification (OCT) in good standing. Note: equivalent certification is accepted, with the confirmation that the candidate is and/or will be applying for OCT standing.
Excellent classroom management, organization, and planning skills.
Excellent oral, written, communication, and presentation skills in English.
French is a requirement for our Junior Kindergarten - Senior Kindergarten roles.
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.
The following assets are preferred but not required:
Ability to communicate in French (required for our JK-SK Programs).
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.
Experience with the Barton Reading & Spelling Program and/or Orton-Gillingham based tools.
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.
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 full-time: Core/Homeroom Elementary Teachers for 2025 - 2026 School Year.
Positions:
Homeroom - Core Elementary Teacher (JK - Grade 5: Eng, Math & Social Studies Core Subjects).
ALL KINDERGARTEN TEACHER must be bilingual, French & English.
Job Types: Full-Time
Qualifications:
Must be eligible to work in Ontario.
Ontario Teaching Certification (OCT) in good standing. Note: equivalent certification is accepted, with the confirmation that the candidate is and/or will be applying for OCT standing.
Excellent classroom management, organization, and planning skills.
Excellent oral, written, communication, and presentation skills in English.
French is a requirement for our Junior Kindergarten - Senior Kindergarten roles.
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.
The following assets are preferred but not required:
Ability to communicate in French (required for our JK-SK Programs).
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.
Experience with the Barton Reading & Spelling Program and/or Orton-Gillingham based tools.
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.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Elementary Homeroom Teachers (Junior Kindergarten to Grade 5) position is now open for candidates interested in the Teacher Jobs sector. This role in Ottawa offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Teacher Jobs is a plus.