Employment Terms: Full-time, 10-Month Contract
Start date: September 2026
We are currently seeking an enthusiastic, curious and flexible Design and Teacher for our Upper School to teach a full-time course load. The successful candidate will have demonstrated a pattern of innovation, collaboration and engagement in teaching, and share an eagerness to work with a variety of learners and diverse student body.
In addition, they will share an interest in real-world and transformative learning experiences, as well as demonstrate cultural competency and an ability to work in a collegial manner. Applicants should have a willingness to engage in the design process and technical skills in the three streams (Product, Digital Media and Coding) and/or comfort learning new techniques.
Key Responsibilities and Tasks
Academic
- Prepare and implement course objectives, lesson plans, outlines and assessment pieces for course of study following IB and College guideline;
- Employ best practices for teaching students at the high school level, including inquiry and problem-based learning, scaffolding, book-ending, frequent review and feedback, and differentiated instruction;
- Create an inclusive and welcoming atmosphere in the classroom and in rehearsals;
- Establish a positive and aspiring classroom and/or rehearsal environment that best enables a diverse group of students to flourish, and recognizes the differing needs of students on the basis of their linguistic, historical, cultural and socio-economic experiences;
- Communicate regularly on student progress with faculty, administrators and parents;
- Use technology in the classroom and deliver remote learning to enhance learning and support student organization and planning;
- Collaboratively create engaging assessments to evaluate students’ progress, and provide meaningful feedback to students, in their journey toward continuous growth;
- Keep up to date with developments in subject area, teaching resources and strategies and make relevant changes to instructional plans and activities;
- Participate in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences, assemblies and various professional development opportunities.
Advising
- Actively engage with students in their advising group in order to know them and support their growth in academics, co-curricular and social emotional wellbeing;
- Know the academic, physical and personal profiles of each advisee; student in the advising group;
- Emulate the values of the College-Learning, Community, Wellbeing, Service and Pluralism;
- Be an effective link between the school and families on both academic and non-academic matters by carrying out Adviser duties;
- Meet with advisees during advising sessions and deliver the advising curriculum;
- Write advising comments on reports and communicate formally and informally with parents of advisees in person, email and via telephone.
Co-Curricular
- Lead with skill, passion and enthusiasm, identified activities in our vast co-curricular program, including athletics (coaching expertise in basketball, soccer, hockey, volleyball, baseball), the arts, clubs and publications;
- Actively participate in the life of the school including, but not limited to graduation, school dances and other extracurricular community events as required.
Job Requirements
Experience, Knowledge and Competencies:
- University degree;
- Relevant teaching or related work experience;
- OCT or equivalent teaching degree is a strong asset;
- Experience with the MYP IB program an asset;
- Commitment to including diversity in lessons, and the contributions of BIPOC and 2SLQBTQIA+;
- Commitment to engaging with all aspects of the design program including design thinking and similar frameworks alongside developing and changing technical skill base;
- Commitment to learning and exploring new tools in a collaborative approach;
- Experience with the basic principles of programming, computer-aided design, and digital media tools, along with a willingness to expand their knowledge and learn new skills. A high degree of proficiency in at least one of these areas is required.
- Experience with design thinking is an asset;
- Experience with Adobe Suite;
- Experience with Fusion software is an asset;
- Experience with Python and Java is an asset;
- Experience with similar programming languages is an asset;
- Experience with HTML, CSS and Javascript is an asset;
- Experience with 3D printing workflow is an asset.;
- Willingness to engage with systems thinking approaches to learning;
- Collaborative, energetic disposition with demonstrated creativity and passion for working with students;
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to develop strong professional relationships with students, colleagues, administration and parents;
- Exemplary communication, problem solving, negotiation and mediation skills;
- Willingness to adapt and change based on the unique and diverse needs of the students;
- Commitment to honesty, justice, fairness and equity;
- Concern for the whole student, not just academics;
- Effective team member;
- Strong attention to detail, organization and planning;
- Invest in personal development and strive to grow professionally;
- Ability to recognize individual learning styles and the characteristics of learners;
- Display humility and empathy, and recognize their ability to positively influence change; Embraces the opportunity and responsibility to make a difference in their local and global communities;
- Commitment to a learning and working environment that is safe, healthy, meaningful, engaging and supportive;
- Committed to teamwork, collaboration, mutual respect and a fundamental belief in our Vision, Mission and Values;
- Strong knowledge of educational pedagogies with nuanced thinking about the educational and instructional program including but not limited to Anti-Oppressive, Anti-Racist and Decolonizing Pedagogy an asset.
What We Offer
At UCC, we believe in supporting the whole person. We offer a highly competitive total rewards package designed to support your professional growth, personal well-being, and every stage of your life journey:
Comprehensive Health & Life-Stage Support: Robust medical, dental, and vision coverage, health care and lifestyle spending accounts, and dedicated support for various life stages—including a progressive menopause policy, hormonal health supports, and 24/7 access to our Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP).
Generous Time Off & Balance: Enjoy additional paid time off during school-calendar breaks (including winter holiday, midterm breaks, and March Break), generous vacation allotment, paid volunteer time, and the unique opportunity for self-funded sabbaticals.
Financial Security: Competitive salary ranges, a generous UCC-matched RRP program for staff, OTP pension for teachers, and parental leave top-ups.
Unparalleled Professional Growth: Robust funding for external workshops, conferences, and networking, alongside access to UCC’s custom leadership development program and visiting global experts.
A Vibrant, Pluralistic Community: Access to employee-resource groups, cultural celebrations, multi-faith spaces, and collaborative book clubs focused on equity and anti-oppression.
Beautiful Campus Amenities: Work on a stunning midtown Toronto campus with free parking, and enjoy employee access to exceptional libraries, green spaces, and state-of-the-art athletic facilities (including fitness rooms, an indoor pool, and tennis/pickleball courts).
About UCC
Upper Canada College (UCC) is focused on making the world a more just and inclusive place through dialogue and teamwork. With a commitment to equity and fairness, students learn that what makes us different as individuals makes us stronger as a community. A rigorous academic program is supported by accomplished faculty, exceptional co-curricular programming, and state-of-the-art facilities.
The UCC experience is underpinned by five core values: learning, pluralism, service, community, and well-being. Among its strategic goals is UCC’s ambition to become more diverse and inclusive. This is supported by a recognition that no learning community is whole without the inclusion and amplification of multiple voices; UCC is committed to fostering belonging, striving for justice and peace among all people, and addressing systemic and structural forms of oppression.
UCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity, encouraging applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ and historically marginalized persons. UCC embraces pluralism – celebrating differences, cherishing similarities, and giving voice to multiple perspectives. If you are contacted regarding a UCC opportunity, please advise if you require any accommodations. The successful candidate will need to go through a criminal record check and a vulnerable sector check.
This position is an existing vacancy and it follows the faculty salary grid, which is determined by qualifications and years of teaching experience.
The hiring range for this role is $77,221 to $121,547, with final placement based on qualifications and years of teaching experience.
The faculty salary grid extends beyond this hiring range for educators with additional years of experience and qualifications. For more information about the full grid, please visit our careers page: https://careers.ucc.on.ca/
Please apply on ADP by Friday July 31, 2026. We thank all candidates in advance; however, we will contact only those selected for an interview. If contacted for an interview, please advise us if you require any accommodations. Artificial intelligence tools may be used at certain stages of the recruitment and selection process. As a condition of employment, a current Vulnerable Sector Screening Police Record Check is required.
To learn more about UCC, please visit ucc.on.ca and https://careers.ucc.on.ca/
