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Whitby is looking for dedicated and caring individuals who have experience with children to work as substitute teachers.

Experienced candidates should hold a degree. Experience or knowledge of Montessori education and/or International Baccalaureate is highly desirable; all positions require team teaching and strong collaborative skills.

Some of the areas for substitute teaching include:

• Infant-Toddler Teachers (Ages 18 months to 3 years)
• Early Childhood Teachers (Ages 3-5 years)
• Elementary Teachers (Ages 6-10)
• Middle School Teachers (Grades 5-8)
• Learning Specialists (Special Education, Math Specialists, Gifted and Talented)
• Special Area Teachers (Art, Music, Drama, Foreign Language, and Physical Education)

If you are interested in applying for a substitute teacher position, please send a cover letter and resume to hr@whitbyschool.org.

Under the direction of the Head of Whitby Montessori Children’s House, the teacher follows the Montessori philosophy, the school’s mission, purposes and objectives, and all school policies and procedures for the purpose of maintaining quality and excellence.

OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Promotes a culture of thinking, stimulates inquiry and develops an appreciation of the validity of diverse perspectives
• Engages students in active learning 
• Delivers differentiated instruction based on identified student needs and learning styles 
• Utilizes a range of teaching techniques effectively and inquiry-based instruction whenever appropriate
• Promotes an appreciation of global-mindedness throughout our curriculum
• Develops the use of technology as a learning tool within the classroom and as an extension of the classroom when distance learning situations arise
• Uses a variety of assessment tools and strategies to assess student learning

COMMUNICATION: 

• Communicates with students, families, colleagues, and community members, in a professional manner
• Positively resolves conflicts and communicates openly and constructively
• Actively collaborates with colleagues
• Acts professionally at all times to represent the school appropriately as per Whitby’s social media policy outlined in the Whitby Employee Handbook
• Utilizes respectful and clear communication with students
• Uses technology platforms effectively to communicate with students and families

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS: 

• Experience with preschool age group ranging from 18 months to 3 years old
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, students, and families
• Commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive learning environment
• Experience with educational technology

• Strong work ethic and commitment to professional growth
• Flexibility and adaptability

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS: 

• Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field
• Montessori credential

• Valid teaching certification or equivalent experience

If you are interested in the Stepping Stones Teacher position, please send your resume and brief cover letter to hr@whitbyschool.org. 

Are you an elite educator who lives and breathes mathematics? Do you get energized by helping young, sharp minds tackle complex, abstract concepts while simultaneously inspiring fellow teachers to elevate their craft? We are seeking a visionary Math Innovation Specialist to advance our Lower School program. This is not a traditional intervention or pull-out role; it is a dynamic, dual-impact opportunity designed for a true math champion. You will work directly with students in our accelerated International Baccalaureate program, often co-teaching and modeling inquiry-based lessons alongside our homeroom teachers. If you are eager to serve as a pedagogical researcher, a teacher-of-teachers, and a co-investigator in the classroom, this role offers a platform to build a world-class culture of mathematical joy and deep intellectual challenge within a community that highly values math.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Curriculum Leadership & Research: Serve as the primary filter for mathematics research, translating theory into actionable classroom strategies. Lead the implementation of innovative, research-based programs that prioritize conceptual progression over rote learning.

• Instructional Coaching: Build faculty capacity by co-teaching, modeling lessons, and "unpacking" units with grade-level teams. Help generalist teachers develop the confidence and expertise to view themselves as mathematicians.

• Advanced Student Instruction: Direct instruction for high-ability math cohorts (covering up through 7th-grade standards). Utilize curriculum compacting to ensure advanced learners encounter complex challenges.

• Administrative & Community Partnership: Partner closely with the Head of Lower School to champion the school’s mathematical philosophy. Act as a Parent Ambassador through Math Nights and regular communication regarding the math program.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s Degree in Mathematics Education or a related field (preferred). Deep mastery of the K-8 mathematical continuum and the ability to teach Algebra 1 to younger learners.
• Proven experience in modeling lessons and facilitating professional development for adult learners.
• Ability to analyze student data to "compact" curriculum and design rigorous, inquiry-based pathways for advanced students.
• Exceptional ability to translate complex educational research for both teachers and parents.
• A desire to work as a "co-investigator" alongside faculty to build sustainable teaching capacity.
• Experience with International Baccalaureate framework a positive

If you are interested in the Lower School Math Innovation Specialist position, please send your resume and brief cover letter to hr@whitbyschool.org. 

Whitby is a community of educators dedicated to helping students develop a passion for learning while empowering them to become open-minded, principled citizens in a global community. Whitby’s staff and faculty are passionate about teaching because we ourselves are passionate about learning.

PART TIME OR FULL TIME AVAILABLE

Whitby seeks an experienced, thoughtful, and innovative English teacher to join our middle school team of passionate educators in grades 5-8. We strive to provide excellence in both language and literature instruction to students with a range of abilities and passions. At Whitby, students are active participants who drive the learning process through inquiry and reflection. In order to help students engage to their fullest potential, the English department employs a holistic approach, committed to helping all students discover not only the skills, concepts, and broader ideas surrounding language and literature, but also who they are as learners and as people.

English classes focus on analysis and organization, as well as the creative production of text and use of language, both written and oral. Ideas presented in English classes are rooted in the conceptual framework of the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP) and placed within larger global contexts to help students make sense of the world around them. Students examine multiple genres and text types through reading and writing, and each grade includes a world literature component. Peer and self-assessment, as well as teacher conferencing, are key components of our program. A willingness to share and listen with colleagues, respect, and trust when working with others and a passion for language and literature are a must.

Requirements:

• Bachelors Degree in English and/or education; Masters Degree preferred
• Authorized to work in the United States
• Minimum of two years experience teaching English/Humanities, middle school setting preferred but not required
• IB MYP experience preferred but not required
• Willingness to engage in IB MYP professional development
• Satisfactory completion of pre-employment background check. 

If you are interested in the Middle School English Teaching position, please send your resume and brief cover letter to Head of Middle School, Michelle Jones at mjones@whitbyschool.org.