Location- in person
Position Type-Full Time ( Replacement)
Compensation & Placement: Salary is determined by the HTS Faculty Salary Grid, ranging from $63,900 - $97,000 for Faculty with up to 5 years of experience and $84,100- $124,800 for those with 5+ years of teaching experience. Final placement is based on recognized teaching years, degrees, and Additional Qualifications (AQs)
About This Faculty Role:
HTS has an exciting opportunity to join our team in August 2026 as a Lower School Teacher, (LTO)
The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering a program that is hands-on, dynamic and engaging. They will foster a learning environment that fuels our students' curiosities as they explore scientific concepts, conduct experiments, and explore outside while also making connections between what they are learning and their own life. We seek an educator who places the learner first, co-creating the learning experience with the learners and building networks in and out of the classroom. We are excited to welcome to our staff an educator who models our values of respect, integrity, courage, and empathy. An educator who is willing to collaborate, try new things, values the learning journey more than the product, is inclusive and caring, but above all, loves their work deeply.
Who You Are:
At HTS, we value educators as architects and lead learners: You are caring, intelligent, flexible and dedicated and are someone who designs learning experiences that are relevant and meaningful for your learners. You are dedicated to professional renewal and knowing your students - striving for excellence. You create an inspiring learning environment that is engaging, supportive and inclusive. You believe education is interdisciplinary, hands-on, and inquiry based so that students can explore key concepts that are sparked by their curiosity and joy.
You have strengths in our core competencies which are Professionalism, Adaptability & Flexibility, Continuous Improvement and Communication & Collaboration. In addition, you should possess strengths in:
- Curriculum Design
- Instruction and Delivery
- Assessment and Achievement
What You Need:
We are inviting candidates with the following qualifications to apply:
- Ontario Teacher Certification with experience teaching Primary and/or Junior grades
- Deep knowledge of the Ontario curriculum and Growing Success Policies as well as ensuring KICA is part of the assessment process and instructional design
- Knowledge of Ontario's - 21st century competencies
- Expertise in differentiating instruction to meet the diverse needs and interests of learners
- Experience with curriculum design, such as interdisciplinary, PBL, Backwards Design or UDL
- Deep understanding of best practices in math and literacy instruction
- The willingness and ability to collaborate with various community members
- The willingness to look for integrated curriculum opportunities
- Experience working from a DEI framework
- Experience or expertise in learner-centered instructional approaches
- Experience integrating technology into the learning environment to enhance and augment the learning experience
What's In It For You?
We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, including participation in the Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan and provide the following:
- Learners who are inspiring, dedicated and deeply committed to their learning and our community
- A stimulating learning and work environment
- Extensive professional learning opportunities
- A beautiful and modern campus nestled in 37 acres of forest in the Oak Ridges Moraine
- A professional culture based on the principles of integrity, professionalism and innovation
- An environment that is committed to equity
Apply Now
If you are interested in joining us at our attractive Richmond Hill campus we encourage you to apply here
The deadline to apply is August 14 2026 . We thank all applicants for their interest however we will only contact those selected for an interview. This LTO would begin on August 26,2026
