ST. MARY’S ACADEMY IS A GRADES 7-12 CATHOLIC GIRLS’ SCHOOL IN THE TRADITION OF
THE SISTERS OF THE HOLY NAMES OF JESUS AND MARY.
Career Opportunity
Basic French Teacher
Start date: September 2, 2025
Term position until June 30, 2026, with the possibility of extension
At St. Mary’s Academy, our mission is to nurture young women in spirit, mind and body, so that each student reaches her full potential
as an individual created in God’s image. Our teachers are part of a consultative, collaborative community of professionals who strive to
meet the needs of current learners in an ever-changing world. SMA believes in teaching and learning to increase student engagement;
enhance student skills in critical thinking, communication, creativity and collaboration; and we support continuous learning and
development of our faculty.
Professional Expectations
Exhibit a commitment to the use of differentiated and innovative instructional practices and tools that enhance deep, relevant
and lifelong learning
Incorporate a wide variety of assessment strategies in determining students’ achievement of curricular outcomes and provide
effective feedback in both formative and summative forms
Be receptive to guidance and support on holistic teaching pedagogy which is consistent with SNJM values and principles
Mentor students to become strong and confident with the capacity to meet challenges and be contributing members and leaders
in their community
Foster student success in curricular areas, and through co-curricular and extra-curricular involvement
Demonstrate meaningful participation in a professional growth and learning process for both short-term and long-term
professional development
Work in consultation and collaboration with other teachers to ensure program consistency and to explore topics that can be
cross-curricular in nature
Work in consultation and collaboration with student support team members to provide a program of excellence for all learners
Maintain open lines of communication with families to ensure that we are all working in partnership on behalf of the learner
Position Overview
• Grades 7 – 10 French Communication & Culture (Basic French)
• Preferred minimum of three years’ experience in the aforementioned curricular areas
• Eligible for teaching certification in Manitoba
Core Competencies
• Faith Foundation
• Mission Driven
• Collaboration
• Balanced Perspective
Position Competencies
• Proficiency in French
(oral and written)
• Innovation/Creativity
• Consultative Skills
• Building Rapport
• Student Awareness
• High Energy Level
• Flexibility/Adaptability
• Attention to Detail
How to Apply
• Integrity
• Personal Work Ethic
• Organizing/Planning Ability
• Problem Solving/
Decision Making
• Technical Knowledge and
Proficiency, including the use
of Office 365 products in a
BYOD environment
• Initiative
• Leadership Skills
• Oral and Written Communication
• Interpersonal Relations and
Teamwork Skills
• Listening Skills
• Compassion
• Empathy
Interested candidates are asked to email cover letter, résumé and pastor’s reference (or an alternative reference) to Administrative
Team at smaadmin@smamb.ca
Application Deadline
Monday, May 26, 2025