Assistant Teacher (Level 3) - Leaside - PT
- Toronto, ON, Canada
- Greater Toronto Area, Canada, Canada
Full-time
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The Level 3 Assistant Teacher is an adult instructional support role that supports classroom instruction more actively than an Assistant Teacher and is qualified to independently teach (as a substitute teacher if the need arises) as they are certified through FTM 2.
This role is designed as a developmental pathway to becoming a Primary Teacher with classroom exposure and performance-based progression.
ELIGIBILITY & REQUIREMENTS
Instructional Support
At Spirit of Math, we believe in creating a workplace where people feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow. When you join our team, you're not just starting a job - you're becoming part of a community that thrives on collaboration, learning, and shared success.
Here's what you can expect when you work with us:
Core Benefits
Join us and be part of a team where your contributions are valued, your growth is supported, and your well-being is a priority.
To promote cooperation, inspire confidence, and release the genius in every child.
Please note that we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools at certain stages of the hiring process to assist in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants for this position. These tools are used as a supplement to human review, and all final hiring decisions are made by our Hiring team.
Spirit of Math is an equal opportunity employer and adheres to equitable hiring, employment and promotion practices. The positions are open to all qualified applicants, including men, women, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, Aboriginal persons and other groups protected by human rights laws. We strive to meet the accommodation needs of persons with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to make their needs for accommodation known in advance during the application process.
Why Work With Us?
At Spirit of Math, we believe in creating a workplace where people feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow. When you join our team, you're not just starting a job - you're becoming part of a community that thrives on collaboration, learning, and shared success.
Here's what you can expect when you work with us:
Core Benefits
Join us and be part of a team where your contributions are valued, your growth is supported, and your well-being is a priority.
To promote cooperation, inspire confidence, and release the genius in every child.
Please note that we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools at certain stages of the hiring process to assist in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants for this position. These tools are used as a supplement to human review, and all final hiring decisions are made by our Hiring team.
Spirit of Math is an equal opportunity employer and adheres to equitable hiring, employment and promotion practices. The positions are open to all qualified applicants, including men, women, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, Aboriginal persons and other groups protected by human rights laws. We strive to meet the accommodation needs of persons with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to make their needs for accommodation known in advance during the application process.
The Level 3 Assistant Teacher is an adult instructional support role that supports classroom instruction more actively than an Assistant Teacher and is qualified to independently teach (as a substitute teacher if the need arises) as they are certified through FTM 2.
This role is designed as a developmental pathway to becoming a Primary Teacher with classroom exposure and performance-based progression.
ELIGIBILITY & REQUIREMENTS
- Must be 18+, with a Bachelor’s Degree, and hired as an employee.
- Successful completion of mandatory background screening (vulnerability check)
- Completion and passing of FTM 1.
- Completion and passing of FTM 2.
- Ability to commit to regular weekly shifts
- Professional communication and classroom conduct required
Instructional Support
- Support lesson delivery alongside the Primary Teacher.
- Lead pre-assigned classroom activities such as groupwork, drills, or core topics.
- Provide targeted support to new and struggling students.
- Assist with homework sessions when assigned.
- Maintain classroom flow while the Primary Teacher attends to individual needs or parents.
- Support assessment and new students and work with them independently as required.
- Independently teach or substitute teach in the absence of the primary teacher (paid at the Substitute Teacher rate).
- Arrive 15 minutes before class starts.
- Assist with classroom setup and standards upkeep.
- Support transitions, engagement, and student behavior expectations.
- Assist with attendance tracking and follow-up as directed.
- Assist with marking and preparation as assigned.
- Provide observational feedback on student progress to the Primary Teacher.
- Assist with updating Brightspace records as required.
At Spirit of Math, we believe in creating a workplace where people feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow. When you join our team, you're not just starting a job - you're becoming part of a community that thrives on collaboration, learning, and shared success.
Here's what you can expect when you work with us:
Core Benefits
- Competitive salary with potential for performance-based bonuses.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Retirement savings plans (including RRSP with company matching through DPSP).
- Generous paid time off and scheduled paid summer shutdowns for some positions.
- Annual professional development budget for courses, certifications, and conferences.
- Internal mobility and clear pathways for advancement - we support your career journey.
- Opportunity to contribute ideas and shape how we work.
- An Admin Day, offering flexibility to manage administrative work, for some positions.
- Access to on‑site yoga sessions at our headquarters, along with wellness initiatives offered throughout the year.
- Discounted gym memberships to support your fitness goals.
- Inclusive, diverse, and collaborative workplace culture where every person matters.
- Annual all-staff conference to connect, learn, and celebrate together.
- Staff events and fun team-building activities.
- Peer-to-peer recognition programs - we love celebrating success!
- Access to partnerships offering thousands of discounts on shopping, travel, entertainment, and more.
- Unlimited coffee and/or tea every day!
- Commuter‑friendly campuses with easy access to public transit.
Join us and be part of a team where your contributions are valued, your growth is supported, and your well-being is a priority.
To promote cooperation, inspire confidence, and release the genius in every child.
Please note that we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools at certain stages of the hiring process to assist in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants for this position. These tools are used as a supplement to human review, and all final hiring decisions are made by our Hiring team.
Spirit of Math is an equal opportunity employer and adheres to equitable hiring, employment and promotion practices. The positions are open to all qualified applicants, including men, women, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, Aboriginal persons and other groups protected by human rights laws. We strive to meet the accommodation needs of persons with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to make their needs for accommodation known in advance during the application process.
Why Work With Us?
At Spirit of Math, we believe in creating a workplace where people feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow. When you join our team, you're not just starting a job - you're becoming part of a community that thrives on collaboration, learning, and shared success.
Here's what you can expect when you work with us:
Core Benefits
- Competitive salary with potential for performance-based bonuses.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Retirement savings plans (including RRSP with company matching through DPSP).
- Generous paid time off and scheduled paid summer shutdowns for some positions.
- Annual professional development budget for courses, certifications, and conferences.
- Internal mobility and clear pathways for advancement - we support your career journey.
- Opportunity to contribute ideas and shape how we work.
- An Admin Day, offering flexibility to manage administrative work, for some positions.
- Access to on‑site yoga sessions at our headquarters, along with wellness initiatives offered throughout the year.
- Discounted gym memberships to support your fitness goals.
- Inclusive, diverse, and collaborative workplace culture where every person matters.
- Annual all-staff conference to connect, learn, and celebrate together.
- Staff events and fun team-building activities.
- Peer-to-peer recognition programs - we love celebrating success!
- Access to partnerships offering thousands of discounts on shopping, travel, entertainment, and more.
- Unlimited coffee and/or tea every day!
- Commuter‑friendly campuses with easy access to public transit.
Join us and be part of a team where your contributions are valued, your growth is supported, and your well-being is a priority.
To promote cooperation, inspire confidence, and release the genius in every child.
Please note that we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools at certain stages of the hiring process to assist in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants for this position. These tools are used as a supplement to human review, and all final hiring decisions are made by our Hiring team.
Spirit of Math is an equal opportunity employer and adheres to equitable hiring, employment and promotion practices. The positions are open to all qualified applicants, including men, women, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, Aboriginal persons and other groups protected by human rights laws. We strive to meet the accommodation needs of persons with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to make their needs for accommodation known in advance during the application process.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Support the Primary Teacher with lesson delivery, lead assigned classroom activities, assist students with learning and assessments, and maintain classroom flow and behavior expectations. Help with classroom setup, attendance, marking, student progress feedback, and Brightspace records; independently teach or substitute when the Primary Teacher is absent.
Requirements
Applicants must be at least 18, have a bachelor's degree, be hired as an employee, and pass the required background screening. They must complete and pass FTM 1 and FTM 2, commit to regular weekly shifts, and demonstrate professional communication and classroom conduct.
Skills
- Instructional Support
- Lesson Delivery
- Classroom Activity Leadership
- Student Support
- Homework Assistance
- Classroom Management
- Substitute Teaching
- Classroom Setup
- Student Engagement
- Behavior Management
- Attendance Tracking
- Assessment Support
- Marking
- Student Progress Observation
- Brightspace Recordkeeping
- Professional Communication
Benefits
- Performance-Based Bonuses
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Retirement Savings Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Summer Shutdowns
- Professional Development Budget
- On-Site Yoga
- Wellness Initiatives
- Discounted Gym Memberships
- Staff Events
- Peer Recognition Programs
- Employee Discounts
- Unlimited Coffee and Tea
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- Education
Keywords
- Assistant Teacher
- Primary Teacher
- FTM 1
- FTM 2
- Vulnerability Check
- Instructional Support
- Lesson Delivery
- Classroom Activities
- Group Work
- Student Support
- Homework Sessions
- Substitute Teaching
- Classroom Management
- Attendance Tracking
- Assessment
- Marking
- Student Progress
- Brightspace
- Professional Development
- Education
- Teaching