English and Individual & Societies Teacher, Middle School

Employment Terms: Full-Time, Permanent
Start Date: August 2026

Join a vibrant and inspiring community where your contributions promote growth, creativity, and meaningful change! At Branksome Hall, a distinguished IB World School for girls situated in Toronto, you will be surrounded by over 900 passionate students and 230 devoted staff members, all flourishing in an atmosphere that encourages innovation, collaboration, and creativity. Our foundational values—Sense of Community, Inclusiveness, Creativity, and Making a Difference—will ignite your enthusiasm and propel you toward new professional achievements. Get ready to embark on a rewarding career that makes a significant difference!

The Opportunity:
We are seeking a full-time, permanent English and Individual & Societies (History and/or Geography) Teacher to join our Middle School team. In a culture that prioritizes social-emotional learning along with diversity, equity, and inclusion, the ideal candidate will demonstrate empathy, innovation, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to build supportive connections with both students and colleagues. The selected applicant will play a vital role in both the English and Individuals and Societies Departments, reporting indirectly to the Head of Middle School. This opening is due to a current vacancy, with an anticipated start date of August 2026.

Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Fostering a classroom environment that nurtures social-emotional learning and promotes student development and personal growth.
- Guiding students in developing the skills, attitudes, and knowledge necessary for a strong educational foundation, tailored to individual capabilities.
- Inspiring a love for language and literature in young learners.
- Building strong relationships with parents, faculty, and staff.
- Ensuring that the written, taught, and assessed curriculum meets both IB and Ministry of Education standards, incorporating differentiation strategies.
- Designing culturally relevant, inclusive, and responsive English and History and/or Geography curricula for a diverse student body.
- Promoting interdisciplinary understanding through collaborative units of inquiry with faculty from various disciplines.
- Developing course outlines, unit plans, and lesson plans that encompass all aspects of the IB Middle Years Program curricula, focusing on inquiry-based and interdisciplinary learning.
- Maintaining accurate records as required by the Ministry, IBO, and school policies.
- Regularly updating students, colleagues, and parents on student progress, including formal communications such as report cards and parent-teacher meetings.
- Keeping abreast of best practices in subject areas and teaching methodologies through professional reading, workshops, and other opportunities for growth.
- Actively participating in faculty and department/Middle School meetings and collaborating with course teams to plan, review, and enhance the written curriculum.
- Engaging in co-curricular activities and supervision responsibilities.
- Serving as an Advisor, guiding students through regular meetings.

Candidate Profile:
- A Bachelor’s degree or higher, specializing in English and History and/or Geography, and a valid Ontario College of Teachers certification (or equivalent) with I/S qualifications in English and History and/or Geography.
- A minimum of three years of teaching experience is preferred.
- Familiarity with IB programs is a significant advantage.
- A commitment to adapting teaching methods to suit the unique needs of Middle School students.
- Strong skills in curriculum development and assessment practices that are age-appropriate and relevant to different stages.
- A relational educator who effectively integrates Social-Emotional Learning and emotional coaching techniques into their instruction.
- Experience or a commitment to embedding equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging principles in curriculum design and instructional strategies.
- A collaborative mindset and openness to new ideas.
- Proficient in relevant technology and comfortable working in a laptop and online setting.
- Skilled in utilizing technology to deliver educational programs and communicate with students, parents, colleagues, and the broader community.
- A belief in and alignment with Branksome Hall’s mission, vision, and values; passionate about teaching and dedicated to serving students and the community.
- Able to work independently with minimal supervision while also being an effective team contributor.

Why Join Branksome Hall:
Becoming a part of Branksome Hall is a transformative experience. Alongside a collaborative, mission-driven team in a stimulating environment, Branksome Hall offers:
- A competitive salary along with generous vacation, a taxable lunch benefit, health and dental coverage, and pension plans, including contributions to the Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan (OTPP) for eligible staff.
- Membership in a dynamic community dedicated to student success and staff development through ongoing professional growth and mentorship.
- Connections with an international network of experts, leaders, and entrepreneurs.
- Access to cutting-edge facilities and resources that promote wellness, innovation, and entrepreneurship, including a fitness center, swimming pools, and makerspaces.

Target Hiring Range:
Placement on the Branksome Hall Faculty Salary Grid is determined by years of relevant teaching experience, educational qualifications, and Additional Qualifications (AQs). The grid ranges from $70,903.08 – $101,270.67 for up to 6 years of applicable experience and $101,615.33 – $134,998.82 for more than 6 years of applicable experience.

How to Apply:
Bring your vision, enthusiasm, and creativity to Branksome Hall. Share your story and outline how you will positively influence the lives of girls by submitting your application. Applications will begin to be reviewed on March 19th, 2026, and will remain open until the position is filled. Applications (including resume and cover letter) can also be sent to:
Branksome Hall – Human Resources
10 Elm Avenue
Toronto, Ontario
M4W 1N4

Please be advised that a closed AI system may be used during our recruitment process to enhance efficiency and assess all candidates. While this technology assists in evaluating qualifications, our team actively reviews results to identify and address any potential assumptions or biases throughout the process.

Branksome Hall is committed to equal opportunity employment and encourages applications from all individuals who meet the minimum qualifications for the role. We are deeply dedicated to diversity, equity, and inclusion within our community and welcome applications from racialized persons/persons of color, Indigenous/Aboriginal Peoples of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ individuals, and others who can contribute to the broad diversification of ideas and advocate for diversity. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in any part of the recruitment and selection process at Branksome Hall. We appreciate all applicants in advance; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. To learn more about Branksome Hall, visit our website at: branksome.on.ca.