Spirit of Math Teacher - Grade 3 and 4 - Milton

Spirit of Math Schools Inc.; Milton; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Spirit of Math Schools Inc. is seeking a dedicated teacher who connects well with children through kindness and firmness, fostering a structured learning environment. You will be part of a team that helps students build strong math foundations using the Spirit of Math approach.

The role emphasizes trust-based learning, relationship-building with parents, and ongoing professional development to deepen mathematical understanding and teaching skills.

Qualifications

• A degree from a recognized college or university is necessary.
• A Bachelor of Education degree is an asset, but it is not mandatory.
• Experience in teaching or working with children.

Responsibilities

• Effectively managing the classroom to maintain a safe, orderly learning environment
• Adhering to the Spirit of Math teaching methodology and administrative system
• Delivering lessons to students
• Grading students assignments, tests and exams
• Building and maintaining relationships with parents
• Addressing issues with students’ performance and behaviour
• Drafting report cards three times per year
• Managing assistant teachers as needed
• Maintaining an up-to-date and accurate records of grades and attendance
• Performing peer evaluations periodically
• Attending professional development sessions several times per year

Skills

Patience

Communication

Classroom management

Teamwork

Student engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree

Bachelor of Education

Job description

Job Profile

The ideal candidate is patient, gregarious and highly dependable. You excel at connecting with children by providing a balance of kindness and firmness. You understand the importance of providing children with a structured environment that will facilitate their learning. You are skilled at making others feel valued and included. You are a team worker who has an innate desire to help others develop. In addition to possessing the above traits, you have an eagerness to learn the Spirit of Math method of teaching mathematics. You will be challenged to help students discover the conceptual building blocks and relationships which undergird mathematics. The training you will receive as a Spirit of Math teacher will deepen your understanding of math and stretch your abilities as a teacher.

Educational Requirements

A degree from a recognized college or university is necessary. A Bachelor of Education degree is an asset, but it is not mandatory.

Responsibilities

The Teacher fosters a high trust learning environment, develops the values and math skills of students and builds strong relationships with parents.

The Teacher Will Be Responsible For The Following

• Effectively managing the classroom to maintain a safe, orderly learning environment


• Adhering to the Spirit of Math teaching methodology and administrative system


• Delivering lessons to students


• Grading students assignments, tests and exams


• Building and maintaining relationships with parents


• Addressing issues with students’ performance and behaviour


• Drafting report cards three times per year


• Managing assistant teachers as needed


• Maintaining an up-to-date and accurate records of grades and attendance


• Performing peer evaluations periodically


• Attending professional development sessions several times per year