Senior Division Language & Social Science Teacher

Bialik Hebrew Day School, recognized as the largest Jewish day school in Canada, educates over 1,600 students from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 8 across two campuses: the Viewmount Branch in midtown Toronto and the Himel Branch, which includes two buildings on the Vaughan Jewish Community Campus. Since its founding in 1961, Bialik has remained committed to delivering outstanding General and Jewish Studies programs, with a strong emphasis on academic innovation and excellence. The school adopts an inclusive approach to Jewish education, prioritizing Hebrew literacy, Zionism, and the development of Jewish values and identity. Bialik’s mission is to cultivate exceptional thinkers and problem solvers, equipping students with the skills needed to become future leaders within both the Canadian and Jewish communities.

Job Summary

Bialik Hebrew Day School is seeking an enthusiastic senior division Language & Social Studies teacher to join our dynamic educational team during a paternity leave. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching students in Grades 6–7, following the Ontario curriculum. This role requires the use of teaching and assessment methods that embrace UDL and differentiated instruction, along with providing personalized accommodations to meet individual student needs. This full-time Long-Term Occasional (LTO) position is scheduled to commence in March 2026 and will continue until the end of the 2025-26 school year at our Viewmount Branch, located at 2760 Bathurst Street, Toronto. The salary for this role ranges from $52,013.18 to $116,511.48, as stipulated in the Teachers Collective Agreement, and will be prorated based on the LTO duration.

Key Responsibilities

• Curriculum Development and Implementation
  • Deliver an all-encompassing program that aligns with the Ontario Curriculum.
  • Teach engaging lessons in Language and Social Studies (History and Geography) for Grades 6–8.
  • Create developmentally appropriate learning experiences that engage all students.
  • Utilize a variety of teaching strategies to accommodate different learning styles and abilities.
  • Inspire a love of learning through creative and interactive activities.
• Student Assessment and Support
  • Develop and implement diverse assessment tools.
  • Offer individualized support and constructive feedback to help each student reach their full potential.
  • Collaborate with support staff to address the varied needs of students.
  • Prepare and write student report cards.
• Classroom Management
  • Cultivate a positive and safe classroom environment that promotes respect and collaboration.
  • Apply effective classroom management techniques to foster a productive learning space.
  • Handle classroom behavior following school policies.
• Communication and Collaboration
  • Promote open and effective communication with students, parents, colleagues, and administration.
  • Participate in Parent-Teacher Conferences and attend school meetings.
  • Collaborate with fellow educators to enrich the overall educational experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Education.
• Ontario College of Teachers Certification (OCT).
• Candidates must have legal eligibility to work in Canada and be authorized for roles in childcare and primary/secondary education.

Skills and Experience

• Proficiency in intentionally incorporating technology into the educational environment.
• Strong interest in numeracy and cross-curricular applications.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Enthusiastic about fostering a passion for learning in children.

Interested applicants should submit a resume, cover letter, and references to hr@bialik.ca with “Senior Division Language & Social Science Teacher” in the subject line by March 13th, 2026. We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. This job posting may have incorporated AI tools for clarity and accessibility. Apply via the WhatSchool platform.