The Rosedale Day School
Integrity, Diligence, Respect, Involvement
Junior School Homeroom Teachers - 2026/27 Academic Year
Established in 1995 and located in the heart of downtown Toronto, The Rosedale Day School (RDS) is an independent, co-educational school serving students from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 8. We are committed to the growth and development of our people, building a forward thinking and highly engaged team that is passionate about our community and creating a culture of collaboration and belonging to achieve our mission and vision. We work together to nurture and develop in our students the skills and competencies described in our portrait of our graduate.
The Rosedale Day School is currently seeking 2 Junior School Homeroom Teachers:
#1 - SK - Parental Leave Contract, 1.0 FTE, Beginning on August 27, 2026 until June 24, 2027
#2 - Grade 2 - Continuing Contract, 1.0 FTE, Beginning on August 27, 2026
The Teachers report to the Deputy Head of School and work collaboratively with teachers and parents to support students. This opportunity will provide experience in a teaching environment that consists of a strong and supportive staff and school culture, and a connected community.
Distinguished Attributes and “DNA” of a Successful Candidate:
- A proven ability to have a caring rapport with students and their parents
- Exceptional interpersonal skills with the proven ability to develop relationships with students and their families and colleagues
- Flexible and adaptable educator who enjoys working in a fast-paced and engaging environment with a demonstrated ability to take initiative, multi-task, adapt to change and work under pressure
- Thorough understanding of Growing Success and current practices of assessment and evaluation.
- Expertise developing a program of inquiry, unit plans and lesson plans, with a focus on universal design for learning, structured literacy, numeracy, pluralism, inquiry-based learning and executive functioning
- An openness to work collaboratively within a student-centered environment and contribute positively towards a strong staff culture and morale
- Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment
- A growth mindset of continuous improvement and learning
- The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the co-curricular life of the School. Candidates with experience and qualifications in coaching (and other co-curricular activities) will be given special consideration
At RDS, we value and recognize the following core competencies in our employees; courage, engagement, flexibility and adaptability, relationship acuity, integrity and trust, resourcefulness, communication and openness. Our employees are lifelong learners and apply these core competencies in all aspects of the school environment.
Qualifications:
- Membership in the Ontario Teaching Certificate in good standing (or equivalent) with qualifications at the primary/junior level.
- Knowledge of the Inquiry and Project-based approach to learning
- Knowledge and classroom experience with Google Workspace & Classroom is considered an asset
- Previous Independent School experience is considered an asset
What We Offer:
We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package including membership in the Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan. We support and encourage ongoing professional development and leadership opportunities. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health and dental coverage that is effective on your first day of employment.
Annual compensation is based on our Faculty Grid, which factors in up to 12 years of teaching experience. The salary range based on our 2026/27 salary grid is $60,000-$79,991 for early-career professionals, advancing to $84,490-$110,00 for faculty with 6+ years of experience. Placement on the grid is determined by a review of verified years of teaching.
RDS is committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse and respectful environment. We believe that diversity in our school fosters a rich, inclusive and creative environment. We are actively engaged in building a more diverse school and encourage all qualified applicants to apply.
How to Apply:
If you think you’re the right person for the job, please send a cover letter and resume in a single PDF file expressing your interest by March 23, 2026 to careers@rds-on.comFiles should be named in the following format: firstinitial_lastname_JS_HR_Teacher
We are committed to providing an accessible experience and an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, beginning with the recruitment process. If you have restrictions that need to be accommodated to fully participate in any phase of the recruitment process, please contact us by email at office@rds-on.com All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.
Please note:
- These positions are for existing vacancies at the school.
- AI will NOT be used during the hiring process.
- RDS thanks all applicants in advance, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
- Please be aware that the successful candidate must submit a vulnerable sector check.
