Sphere Program – French and Resource Teacher
Full-Time Position
Beginning August 2026
Pickering College is more than a place to teach - it’s a vibrant community where educators grow, collaborate, and inspire. As Canada’s only Quaker-founded independent day and boarding school for JK to Grade 12, we provide a dynamic environment that empowers teachers to bring learning to life and make a lasting difference for students and the wider world.
Guided by the Quaker values of Simplicity, Peace, Integrity, Community, Equality, and Stewardship, our culture is built on purpose, respect, and collaboration. These principles shape not only the student experience but also the workplace setting, creating a supportive environment where educators thrive both personally and professionally.
Pickering College is recruiting a dynamic, qualified Junior Teacher to support the development of the Sphere program for students in Grade 4 and 5. This role is part French and part overall classroom support. The interdisciplinary Sphere Program empowers students to master cutting-edge technology and design real-world solutions through immersive, outdoor learning experiences on both the main campus and the Blue & Silver Farm. The successful candidates must demonstrate superior teaching abilities and an eagerness to provide authentic learning experiences and community engagement for students. Our teachers must possess the following qualities: passion, compassion, instructional expertise and curriculum innovation.
This role jointly reports to the Assistant Head of School, Strategic Initiatives and the Junior School Director. The Sphere Program teacher is responsible for the delivery of the program curriculum, in addition to enrichment activities such as excursions, experiential learning, and ongoing program development.
This position commences Monday, August 31, 2026.
Specific Responsibilities include:
- Plan, prepare and deliver a one-of-a-kind program that seamlessly integrates French with the interdisciplinary projects the students are engaged in.
- Provide differentiated activities for a variety of learners.
- Collaborate with faculty and staff both at the main campus and at the Blue & Silver Farm.
- Establish and maintain standards of student behaviour.
- Create an environment that is conducive to learning and engaging to the age and interest of the students.
- Collect and display educational materials and student work.
- Implement all policies and rules governing student life and conduct.
- Be sensitive to and support the social/emotional/behavioural needs of individual students.
- Supervise groups of students at recess, lunch, on day excursions, etc.
- Spend extended periods of time in the outdoors in all weather and seasons.
- Plan and lead overnight excursions.
- Coach/lead co-curricular activities
- Other related duties as assigned.
Experience and Qualifications Include:
- OCT Qualified Junior Teacher
- French as a Second Language (FSL) qualifications or equivalent
- Demonstrated tenacity for innovation and non-traditional learning experiences.
- Passion for experiential learning
- Experience in Outdoor Education
- Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong administrative and computer skills
- Current First Aid and CPR training is an asset
- Experience in differentiating program or Special Education AQ is an asset
- Prior Independent School experience an asset
Pickering College provides a competitive compensation package, including a Health Benefits Plan and participation in the Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan. The salary range is based on our salary grid and ranges from $63,881 to $112,509
Pickering College is committed to building and sustaining a pluralistic community. We actively seek students, families, faculty, and staff of varied backgrounds and encourage them to share their unique gifts to cultivate a rich educational experience. We strive to create a learning environment that exposes students to the value and breadth of differences, informs their perspective, and prepares them to shape the world.
As a condition of employment, the successful candidate(s) must provide a current Vulnerable Sector Screening Police Report. Suitable accommodations are available for applicants with accessibility needs due to disability upon request.
AI is not used as part of the recruitment process.
If you would like to be considered for this exciting opportunity, submit your cover letter and resume to humanresources@pickeringcollege.on.ca.
Date of Posting: February 24, 2026
