Urgently Hiring -
English & History Teacher (Upper Elementary) – 2026–2027 Academic Year
La Citadelle International Academy of Arts & Science — North York, Ontario
La Citadelle International Academy of Arts & Science is seeking committed, enthusiastic English & History teacher to join our team for the 2026–2027 academic year, beginning in September 2026.
We are a settled community of educators, and openings on our faculty are limited. We are not looking to fill positions — we are looking for the right people to join a long-standing team and stay for the long arc of their careers.
We are currently considering qualified candidates for full-time positions at the following levels:
- Upper Elementary
- English & History
About Us
La Citadelle International Academy of Arts & Science is an independent school serving students from Prep K (2.5 years old) to Grade 12, grounded in academic excellence and holistic education. We teach both French and English as first languages, students develop full literacy, fluency, and academic mastery in both.Our community reflects the world our students will inherit: more than 35 nationalities are represented among our students, faculty, and staff.Founded in 2000, La Citadelle has spent more than two decades shaping young people into thoughtful, capable, and grounded individuals. Many of our students begin with us as toddlers and graduate as university-bound young adults, formed across the full arc of their development — intellectually, morally, and personally — in a safe and supportive learning environment. Why Teach Here
La Citadelle offers something rare: the chance to teach what you love, to students you genuinely know, in a community built for the long term. The educators who thrive here tell us it is these things above all else that makes their work meaningful.
Teach Your Field, Deeply
We hire teachers for their expertise. Our educators teach the disciplines they love across multiple grade levels, so they can build genuine depth in both their craft and their students’ understanding.
Know Every Student
Our class sizes are small by design. You will know every student by name, understand how each one learns, and have the time and space to actually shape their growth.
A Classroom Built for Teaching
Our students arrive ready to learn. They are respectful of their teachers, engaged with their work, and supported by families who reinforce the same values at home. The energy of the school flows toward the craft of teaching itself and for learners building essential skills: thinking, discussing, exploring, and embracing challenges.
Stability That Lets You Build a Career
Educators who join La Citadelle find a clear path — one-year and two-year contracts that lead toward permanent employment — and a leadership team that invests in their growth from the first day forward.
Who We Are Looking For
We hire for character as much as for credentials. The educators who thrive at La Citadelle share a few things in common:
- A sense of teaching as a vocation.
- Principled presence.
- Genuine passion for their subject.
- A growth mindset.
- A community orientation.
What We Offer
We invest in the teachers who invest in our students.
- One & Two-year contracts and a path to permanence —with a clear progression toward permanent employment for educators who become part of the fabric of the school.
- 12-month pay structure — your salary is distributed across all twelve months of the year, providing steady income through summer closure and school-year breaks.
- Three weeks of designated vacation — full-time educators receive three weeks of paid vacation across the school year, in addition to statutory holidays.
- Comprehensive health benefits — a full benefits package becomes available after four months of service, with the school covering 60% of the premium. Life insurance is available through the same plan.
- Small class sizes — you will know every student by name and have the time to actually shape how they learn.
- A genuine community — a collegial faculty, supportive leadership, and the chance to be part of a child’s entire educational journey from Prep K through Grade 12.
Qualifications
As an independent school, we hire on the strength of expertise, experience, and character. We welcome qualifications earned in Canada or internationally.
Required Qualifications
- A Bachelor’s degree in your subject area or a related field
- Demonstrated teaching experience with children or adolescents
- Strong lesson planning and assessment skills
- First-language fluency in English
- Genuine subject expertise and a sustained passion for your discipline
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills
- A genuine interest in a long-term commitment to our community and our approach to education
Highly Valued additional Assets
- An advanced degree in your field
- A Bachelor of Education or international teaching qualification
- Ontario College of Teachers (OCT) certification
- Knowledge of IB-MYP and/or AP frameworks
Recruitment Process
Our hiring process includes:
- Assessment of candidacies
- Initial online meeting with selected candidates
- Formal in-person interview for shortlisted candidates
- Subject-based written assessment for finalists
How to Apply
Please apply directly through our Indeed posting or by email your application to:
[email protected]
Please include:
- A cover letter including the information requested below
- Updated résumé or CV
- Two professional references willing to speak to your teaching experience and professional practice
- Teaching specialization(s): all subject areas you are qualified to teach. Candidates with cross-disciplinary qualifications will be given strong consideration.
- Grade level qualifications: the grade levels you are qualified to teach, with your preferred grade level(s) clearly identified
- Language proficiencies: all languages spoken, with fluency levels
- Full-time or part-time interest and availability
- Confirmation of eligibility to work in Canada
Only candidates who submit all of the above will be considered for review.
Conditions of Employment
Successful candidates must provide a satisfactory vulnerable sector police check and proof of TB clearance prior to commencing employment.
Location
36 Scarsdale Road, North York, Ontario
La Citadelle International Academy of Arts & Science is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process.
Only selected candidates will be contacted.
Learn more: www.lacitadelleacademy.com
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract
Pay: $40,000.00-$42,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- On-site childcare
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Store discount
- Vision care
- Wellness program
Ability to commute/relocate:
- North York, ON M3B 2R7: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Application question(s):
- How many years of experience do you have in teaching?
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Work Location: In person
