English Language Arts Teacher - Grades 5-8
Literacy is the foundation of everything students do at TES, and this role sits at the centre of it. The right candidate doesn't just teach reading and writing; they build students who think clearly, communicate with confidence, and engage thoughtfully with ideas, including the ideas that matter most to them as young Muslims.
ABOUT THE ROLE
- Deliver rigorous, Ontario Language Curriculum-aligned instruction in reading, writing, oral communication, and media literacy for assigned grades within the Primary, Junior, and/or Intermediate divisions.
- Use a range of instructional approaches including guided reading, writing workshop, Socratic seminars, reader's theatre, and direct instruction to meet diverse learners where they are.
- Teach the full writing process, grammar and mechanics, comprehension strategies, academic vocabulary, and multiple genres with clear purpose and high expectations.
- Select and incorporate texts, including Islamic literature and non-fiction, that reflect students' identities and expand their understanding of the world.
- Conduct varied assessments including running records, writing conferences, and formal evaluations; provide timely, constructive feedback and prepare Ontario-aligned report cards.
- Maintain a classroom culture where reading and writing are valued, risk-taking is safe, and Islamic character traits such as curiosity, honesty, and perseverance are lived out in the learning community.
- Collaborate with homeroom and subject teachers to support literacy across the curriculum and contribute to school-wide literacy initiatives.
- Communicate regularly with families about student progress and provide practical, concrete strategies for supporting literacy at home.
WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR
- An educator who genuinely loves reading and writing, and whose students can feel it.
- Someone who understands that strong literacy skills are inseparable from a student's ability to access Islamic knowledge, think independently, and articulate their faith.
- Skilled at differentiation and committed to leaving no student behind in foundational literacy.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor of Education with a focus in Language Arts, Literacy, Humanities, or a related field
- OCT certification is a strong asset
- Minimum 1–2 years of experience
- Strong working knowledge of the Ontario Language Curriculum and current literacy research and pedagogy
- Experience supporting diverse learners
- Deeply committed to Islamic education, identity formation, and Tarbiyah