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
Resource Teacher
Start date: September 2, 2025
Term position until June 30, 2026, with 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;
to enhance student skills in critical thinking, communication, creativity and collaboration; we support continuous learning and
development of our faculty.
Professional Expectations
Mentor students to become strong and confident with the capacity to meet challenges and be contributing members and
leaders in their community
Work in consultation and collaboration with classroom teachers and all student support team members to provide an effective
and efficient academic support program for all learners
Collaborate with the Student Wellness Team and healthcare professionals to support student success
Maintain open lines of communication with families and teachers working in partnership on behalf of the learner
Foster a challenging and engaging learning environment committed to deep understanding and continuous improvement, thus
preparing our students for the demands of post-secondary life
Exhibit a commitment to the use of differentiated and innovative instructional practices and tools that enhance deep, relevant
and lifelong learning
Be receptive to guidance and support on holistic teaching pedagogy which is consistent with SNJM values and principles
Foster student success in direct consultation with students 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
Position Overview
• Provide support in the differentiation and adaptation of instruction and assessment strategies to address the needs of diverse
learners
• Assist all students to better utilize positive study strategies, and build students’ self-awareness of personal learning strategies
• Bachelor of Education with certification at the Post-Baccalaureate level in Inclusive Education with a preferred minimum of
three years’ experience at the Grades 7 – 12 level
• Ability to teach Essential Math (gr 10 and 11) considered an asset
Core Competencies
• Building Rapport
• Student Awareness
• Interpersonal Relations
• Listening Skills
• Organizing/Planning Ability
• Integrity
• Personal Work Ethic
• Faith Foundation
Position Competencies
• Attention to Detail
• Consultative Skills
• Flexibility/Adaptability
• Initiative
• Awareness of diverse
student needs
• High Energy Level
• Knowledge of psychological
test assessments and
interpretation
• Problem Solving/Decision
Making
• Technical Knowledge and
Proficiency, including O365
• Initiative
• Leadership Skills
• Oral Communication
• Team Skills
• Written Skills, accuracy in
record keeping
How to Apply
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