Media & Communications Technology Teacher

1 Year Contract

Grades 7 to 12

A leader among independent schools, Appleby College delivers an outstanding education to its 750 boarding and day students in Grades 7 to 12 located in Oakville, Ontario.  Appleby’s mission is to educate and enable young men and women to become leaders of character, major contributors to, and valued representatives of their local, national and international communities.

Teachers at Appleby College are committed, responsible, highly motivated and academically well qualified.  Expectations for this position include:

Specific Accountabilities:

• Demonstrated experience in teaching media arts and communications technology in a variety of software platforms
• A proven and relevant academic background
• A proven ability to have a caring rapport with students, Grades 7 to 12
• Strong communication skills
• An enthusiastic and productive work ethic
• Experience in running team based and group activities with students
• Confidence in assessment and evaluation linked to Growing Success criteria
• Project based learning and project management strategies for students

Additional Qualifications:

• Post-Secondary Education at the University level
• Teacher education training (B.Ed., M.Ed.) or significant teaching experience in another setting (i.e. University, College, or areas of specialized instruction)
• Knowledge of the TGJ4M Communications Technology and ASM3M Media Arts Ontario Ministry Curriculum
• In depth knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud programs: Photoshop, Illustrator, Animate, InDesign and Premiere
• In depth knowledge of film editing and production. i.e. Final Cut Pro X, use of Digital SLR cameras and workflow, sound capture and editing, lighting
• Knowledge of research methodology strategies an asset
• Understanding of the media or communications technology field and careers an asset
• Experience in portfolio advising for students interested in post-secondary pursuits an asset.
• Ontario College of Teachers (or equivalent) an asset

Applicants should have a willingness to commit to the full co-curricular program.  Appleby teachers are expected to integrate the use of information technology into the curriculum.

Appleby offers an inviting environment with bright, energetic students and an extensive compensation package that includes the Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan (OTPP). 

While all applicants are thanked for their interest, only those chosen for interviews will be contacted.  

Please apply online by Monday, January 30, 2017 to:

Human Resources, Appleby College through our website: www.appleby.on.ca

Appleby is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment where everyone feels valued respected and supported.  Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.