Global Citizenship Teacher
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Global Citizenship Teacher
Full-time position - 100% FTE
Start Date: August 2025
Who We Are
Located on 10 beautiful acres in the heart of Olde Oakville, St. Mildred's-Lightbourn School (SMLS) is a premier independent school for girls from JK through to Grade 12. Our mission is to engage each girl in a personalized, real-world learning experience where she explores her unique pathways within a nurturing community.
An Opportunity to Join SMLS
Role Overview
To support our vision of empowered young women challenging and transforming the world, we are currently seeking a passionate and globally-minded Global Citizenship Teacher to join our Global Citizenship team. Working with students from Grades 2 - 12, this unique role supports SMLS's mission to develop courageous girls who challenge and transform the world. The ideal candidate is a passionate and forward-thinking educator with a deep commitment to developing empathetic, courageous, and compassionate global citizens. As part of the Global Citizenship Department, The Global Citizenship Teacher inspires students to engage meaningfully with their communities through programs like the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award, Round Square, and outdoor education experiences. The Global Citizenship Teacher creates inclusive, student-centred environments where all learners thrive, and brings a collaborative, reflective approach to the work.
Position Details
Department: Global Citizenship
Reports to: Director, Global Citizenship
Working Conditions: School/Office Environment and Overnight trips (Includes camping, domestic & international travel)
Key Responsibilities
Apply a strong understanding of girls' education to design and deliver experiential and character-based programming that cultivates global competencies, leadership, and ethical decision-making in students,
Create and facilitate innovative, student-centred programming that embraces diverse learning styles and fosters critical thinking, creativity, and the development of future-ready skills.
Support the Grade 11 Professional Internship Program, by helping students engage meaningfully in real-world learning environments.
Contribute to the planning and facilitation of local and global experiences—including exchanges, outdoor education, and travel opportunities—that build intercultural understanding and active citizenship.
Assist with the logistical coordination of experiential opportunities, ensuring effective communication with families and school partners.
Ensure risk management and mitigation planning across all experiential learning activities including exchanges, local and international trips, are in line with school policies and best practices.
Foster strong connections across the school community and with external organizations to enhance programming and expand student opportunities.
Collaborate on the design and delivery of events and initiatives that promote student voice, global citizenship, and school-wide character development.
Champion community-connected learning by integrating service, leadership, and global citizenship into everyday student experiences.
Who You Are
Your Strengths
An enthusiastic, and motivated educator with a passion for immersing students in authentic, real-world experiences
A creative thinker who works collaboratively to design experiences that are purposefully geared toward character development and nurturing of personal life skills
Strong organizational and project management skills.
Energetic, outgoing, and a natural relationship builder.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments.
Committed to student-centred and inclusive education practices.
Clear communicator with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Flexible, adaptable, and calm under pressure.
Passionate about empowering young women and fostering global citizenship.
Your Knowledge, Skills & Experience
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Education (or a related post-secondary education)
Experience: 3 + years of teaching experience
Computer Skills: Mac, Google
Co-operative Education Additional Qualification
Experience in an Independent school environment (asset)
Duke of Edinburgh's International Award and Round Square program experience (asset)
Experience planning and leading domestic and international student trips (asset)
Risk mitigation and management protocols (asset)
Why Join SMLS?
Our work is meaningful and important. As a school, we support each student's interests, talents, learning needs and strengths. Through our world-class facility, Signature Programs, expertise in girls' education, and dedication to personalization, our students become lifelong learners equipped to achieve excellence in whatever path they choose.
When you join SMLS, you join a fun and supportive community!
Our employees enjoy competitive compensation packages which may include the following benefits (dependent upon role and employment status):
Health, vision, and dental care
Life insurance, AD&D insurance, and Long Term Disability insurance
Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
Mental health & wellbeing resources
Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan / RRSP program with up to 5% employer match
A healthy lunch program during the school year
On-site fitness facilities
On-site parking
Time off during Winter Break and March Break
Summer hours and extra long weekends in line with the school calendar
OUR VISION
Young women empowered to challenge and transform the world.
OUR MISSION
To engage each girl in a personalized, real-world learning experience where she explores her unique pathways within a nurturing community.
OUR VALUES
Excellence · Courage · Integrity · Belonging
If you are interested in an opportunity to join our school, please apply online at
We appreciate and thank all applicants for your interest in SMLS, however, only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted.
SMLS is an equal opportunity employer and we accommodate any needs under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment within our community. Please contact Human Resources with any requirements or questions.
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