Organizational Overview:

Founded in 1879, Lakefield College School is a leader among Canada’s independent boarding and day schools and prides itself on its reputation for providing a strong, caring community, a well-rounded program, and a transformational student experience on one of the largest waterfront campuses in the country. Of our total student population of 425, we have 285+ students who live on campus, coming from over 45 countries. LCS is a coeducational high school committed to its mission of challenging and enabling students to reach their individual potential in mind, body, and spirit.

A challenging academic program prepares our high school students to pursue their post-secondary passions in a variety of fields. Our spectacular 315-acre campus, located just 1.5 hours northeast of Toronto, allows students to be outdoors every day, enjoying a variety of sports, arts, co-curricular programs and experiential learning opportunities across the curriculum. Lakefield College School has a proud 143-year history of educating some of Canada's finest young leaders. Our graduates go on to successful careers in all aspects of business, politics, social services, academia, and the arts. We are particularly proud to have been the alma mater for His Majesty King Felipe VI of Spain and four Rhodes Scholars.

Core Responsibilities

• Contribute to an authentic learning environment that values a strong relationship between students and faculty, places community priorities first, and commits to having students experience the outdoors every day
• Prepare and deliver engaging, innovative and student-centered learning activities and assessments as outlined in the Ontario Ministry of Education curriculum
• Meaningfully integrate digital skills and technology into curriculum and assessment to enhance student learning (laptop and other technology resources provided)
• Communicate information regularly to students, colleagues and parents regarding student progress
• Participate in school life, co-curricular activities, student residential/boarding program, relevant meetings and PD opportunities
• A passion for and experience in varsity sports and arts activities including hockey, basketball, sailing, musical theatre, dance, or Nordic skiing is an asset

Education & Experience

• Bachelor of Education, OCT,
• Degree specializing in Geography, History, or Sustainability preferred
• Our Social Science classes are often taught within a Harkness environment – experience in this area would be considered an asset
• An ability to model excellent written and spoken communication
• A demonstrated passion for working with teenagers
• Minimum of two years of recent, pertinent teaching experience is an asset
• Ability to relate well with students, parents, and colleagues
• Enthusiastic commitment to the ideals of the School’s Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Directions
• Strong leadership, collaboration, creativity, communication planning, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Able to engage students, assisting them with tasks and helping them succeed
• Demonstrated proficiency in use and integration of information technology

Commencement

• August 23, 2023

Why LCS?

You’ll have the opportunity to work with some of the most enthusiastic staff members you’ve ever met. You’ll witness all of the things that make the best boarding schools great. You’ll become part of a community. But more importantly, you will grow. You’ll do challenging work you love and be part of a success story of which you can be proud.

How to Apply

Please complete your profile and submit your resume information through the Careers Section of our website on or before May 29, 2023. This is an ongoing recruitment process and we will be connecting with candidates as we receive applications. We encourage those who are interested in applying to do so before the May 29th deadline.

Please Note: LCS is committed to providing accommodation for persons with disabilities. Please visit our Accessibility page for further details or contact our Human Resources department, hr@lcs.on.ca, for any information in an alternate format.

Lakefield College School is an inclusive, caring community. We believe in the dignity and worth of all individuals. We embrace diversity and practice equity. We lead with empathy to create a sense of belonging for all. We are committed to equal employment opportunities for persons of all cultures, colours, ancestries, religions, sexes, national origins, sexual orientations, ages, marital statuses, disabilities, gender identities and veteran statuses.

We respectfully acknowledge that Lakefield College School is located on the Treaty 20 Michi Saagiig territory and in the traditional territory of the Michi Saagiig and Chippewa Nations, collectively known as the Williams Treaties First Nations, which include: Curve Lake, Hiawatha, Alderville, Scugog Island, Rama, Beausoleil, and Georgina Island First Nations.

Lakefield College School respectfully acknowledges that the Williams Treaties First Nations are the stewards and caretakers of these lands and waters in perpetuity and that they continue to maintain this responsibility to ensure their health and integrity for generations to come.