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Centennial Academy is beginning the recruitment process to find qualified teachers in various subjects for the 2023-2024 school year.

About Centennial Academy:

Located in Montreal, Quebec, Centennial Academy is a leader in inclusive education and is dedicated to helping young people master their learning challenges, become autonomous and resilient learners, and graduate on time. Centennial Academy has an English-language sector and a French-language sector.

We are early adopters of the Universal Design for Learning (UDL), a scientifically-driven educational framework that addresses the main barrier to learning: an inflexible, one-size-fits-all approach to teaching. UDL reaches all types of learners, by providing multiple means of representation, expression and engagement.

We create a safe learning community. We use inclusive instructional practices. We adhere to systems and structures that support learning. We teach our students how to learn. We prepare them for life.

The opportunity:

Teaching at Centennial provides an opportunity to join a team of passionate people who are committed to learning and to implementing the school’s mission and values in everything we do. Our teachers play a key role in a school that is recognized as a model for inclusive education in Quebec and in Canada. We value our teachers and provide them with supportive feedback and regular professional development informed by the latest research in the science of learning. Teaching at Centennial is joining a learning community that offers a life-changing educational experience to young people with learning challenges. With the exception of the physical education teacher who must be bilingual, we will consider strong candidates who may not be bilingual though we have a preference for candidates who are sufficiently bilingual to teach across the two sectors.

Teacher Profile:

The successful Centennial teacher is a committed professional who shares our vision, mission, values and approach. Our teachers are team players who solve problems in a collaborative fashion, who are open to feedback and who are empathetic and even-tempered. They follow school guidelines and implement best practices established by the school, ensuring that students are treated in a respectful and consistent fashion.

They have the confidence needed to ask for support and to bring forth issues that need the attention of the entire pedagogical team. They are lifelong learners who value professional development opportunities.

Job type :

Full time

Benefits :

• Dental insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Supplementary Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Scholarships
• Vacation and Compensatory Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Programs
• Rate Discounts
• Pension Plans

Working hours :

Monday to Friday

Pre-selection question(s):

Are you a qualified teacher or will you obtain your certificate by the start of the 2023-2024 school year?

Education:

Baccalaureate (Compulsory)

Languages:

French and English (Required)

Job location :

Face-to-face

Centennial Academy is looking for a full-time bilingual students’ supervisor for the 2022-2023 school year (with possibility of extension next school year).

About Centennial Academy and Centennial College

Located in Montreal, Quebec, Centennial Academy is a leader in inclusive education and is dedicated to helping young people master their learning challenges, become autonomous and resilient learners, and graduate on time. Centennial Academy has an English-language sector and a French-language sector. Centennial College offers CÉGEP programmes in English with a focus on helping students who face learning challenges become autonomous and resilient learners. We are early adopters of the Universal Design for Learning (UDL), a scientifically-driven educational framework that addresses the main barrier to learning: an inflexible, one-size-fits-all approach to teaching. UDL reaches all types of learners, by providing multiple means of representation, expression and engagement. We create a safe learning community. We use inclusive instructional practices. We adhere to systems and structures that support learning. We teach our students how to learn. We prepare them for life.

The opportunity

Working at Centennial provides an opportunity to join a team of passionate individuals who are committed to learning and to implementing the school’s mission, values and approach in everything we do. Centennial is looking for reliable, patient, and caring supervisors to support day-to-day supervision. Depending on our needs, supervisors might also be asked to help with substitution.

Schedule: Must be available Monday to Friday from 7:30 a.m.

Salary Scale: starting from $22/hr

Responsibilities :

• Monitor students when they arrive at school in the morning, during breaks, lunch break, after school and during the day when students are outside of class (e.g.: bathroom breaks)
• Ensure compliance with school regulations and students’ safety
• Give warnings to students when necessary and report regulatory violations to designated persons
• Clearly explain the rules to students when necessary
• Be consistent in your interventions with students
• Perform any other task assigned by the Head Supervisor or management
• Substitution might be required occasionally

Skills & Qualifications:

• Enrolled in an education program (important asset)
• Experience working directly with students in an educational environment (important asset)
• Completion of a secondary school diploma.
• Fluency in English and French. (excellent communication skills)
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage a wide range of students’ behaviors.

Job Type: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 3 months
Salary: $22.00 per hour

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Language:

• English and French at an intermediate level or above (required)

Work Location:

In person

ABOUT CENTENNIAL:

Based in Montreal, Quebec, Centennial plays a leading role in the field of inclusive education. Our purpose is to empower young people to master their learning difficulties, become independent and resilient learners, and graduate on time. Centennial Academy has an English sector and a French sector.

The Opportunity:

Reporting to the Director of Finance and Administration, the Human Resources Advisor will be responsible for managing the complete recruitment cycle for unionized and non-unionized employees of the school and will act as the HR point of contact for Centennial employees.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the complete recruitment cycle (from job posting to onboarding)
• Implement employee attraction and retention strategies
• Participate in the management of the CNESST, and pay equity
• Participate in the annual employee performance review
• Participate in the creation of internal salary scales
• Act as a resource person for employees
• Participate in the labor relations committee with the union
• Develop various employee management tools: employee handbook, policies and programs
• Carry out task analyses and draft job descriptions
• Support managers in their relationship with their employees
• Know in depth and apply at all times the collective agreement and applicable laws
• Collaborate with the payroll team in the management of the compensation and benefits process

Requirements:

• Hold an undergraduate university degree in human resources, industrial relations, or any other discipline deemed relevant
• Has a minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar position, experience in a unionized environment is an asset
• Bilingualism both orally and in writing (English and French)
• Ability to interact with all levels of the company
• High integrity, ability to maintain confidentiality and manage highly confidential information
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and problem-solving skills
• Good judgment and diplomacy

You will be eligible to:

• Hybrid schedule
• A competitive salary
• 6-week vacation per year
• A comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental coverage
• A pension plan administered by the Quebec government

Job Types:

Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Work from home

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Language:

• french and english at a professional level (required)

Work Location

In person

Centennial Academy is looking for several learning development coaches for the 2023-2024 school year.

About Centennial Academy:

Located in Montreal, Quebec, Centennial Academy is a leader in inclusive education and is dedicated to helping young people master their learning challenges, become autonomous and resilient learners, and graduate on time. Centennial Academy has an English-language sector and a French-language sector.

We are early adopters of the Universal Design for Learning (UDL), a scientifically-driven educational framework that addresses the main barrier to learning: an inflexible, one-size-fits-all approach to teaching. UDL reaches all types of learners, by providing multiple means of representation, expression and engagement.

We create a safe learning community. We use inclusive instructional practices. We adhere to systems and structures that support learning. We teach our students how to learn. We prepare them for life.

The opportunity:

Our learning development coaches are the core of the Centennial experience and play a vital role in helping students improve their academic results, social language skills, confidence and overall well-being. As a Centennial Learning Development Coach, you will be assigned a group of students.

Responsibilities:

• Provide ongoing coaching to students throughout the day using Centennial’s learning, social and emotional indicators
• Be a constant presence and available resource to your assigned students
• Develop positive relationships/ build rapport with students while following protocols and maintaining boundaries
• Provide feedback to other members of Student Success team and teachers, in an organized framework. Meet with teaching staff regularly for reflective discussions, providing constructive feedback, and planning
• Flag inconsistencies/ anomalies in a timely manner
• Attend collaborative coaching meetings
• Use coaching data to improve and plan interventions
• Supervise student during lunch, clubs and class transitions as part of social observation
• Enter data into the assigned systems
• Substitute as needed
• Take part in the summer catch-up program
• Participate in study hall after school
• Participate in events outside of your normal working hours when required (ex: Open House, BBQ for New Students, etc.)

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or certificate in Education, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Inclusive Education, or any related field.
• Coaching experience based on practice and/or pedagogy in an educational environment.
• Bilingualism (French and English)
• Expertise in learning and development and knowledge of brain development, behavioral assessment, self-regulation techniques, mindfulness strategies.
• Strong communication skills. Be able to establish positive connections and relationships with students. Active listening and empathic response
• Computer skills. Knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite and Teams.

You will be eligible for:

• A competitive salary
• 8-week vacation per year
• A comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental coverage
• A pension plan administered by the Quebec government

Type d’emploi : Temps plein
Salaire : 50 500,00$ à 55 500,00$ par an

Avantages :

• Assurance Dentaire
• Assurance Invalidité
• Assurance Maladie Complémentaire
• Assurance Vie
• Bourses d’Études
• Congés de Vacances et Compensatoires
• Programme d’Aide aux Employés
• Régime de retraite

Horaires de travail :

• Du Lundi au Vendredi

Langue:

• Anglais (Obligatoire)
• Français (Obligatoire)

Centennial Academy is beginning the recruitment process to find qualified teachers in various subjects for the 2023-2024 school year.

About Centennial Academy:

Located in Montreal, Quebec, Centennial Academy is a leader in inclusive education and is dedicated to helping young people master their learning challenges, become autonomous and resilient learners, and graduate on time. Centennial Academy has an English-language sector and a French-language sector.

We are early adopters of the Universal Design for Learning (UDL), a scientifically-driven educational framework that addresses the main barrier to learning: an inflexible, one-size-fits-all approach to teaching. UDL reaches all types of learners, by providing multiple means of representation, expression and engagement.

We create a safe learning community. We use inclusive instructional practices. We adhere to systems and structures that support learning. We teach our students how to learn. We prepare them for life.

The opportunity:

Teaching at Centennial provides an opportunity to join a team of passionate people who are committed to learning and to implementing the school’s mission and values in everything we do. Our teachers play a key role in a school that is recognized as a model for inclusive education in Quebec and in Canada. We value our teachers and provide them with supportive feedback and regular professional development informed by the latest research in the science of learning. Teaching at Centennial is joining a learning community that offers a life-changing educational experience to young people with learning challenges. With the exception of the physical education teacher who must be bilingual, we will consider strong candidates who may not be bilingual though we have a preference for candidates who are sufficiently bilingual to teach across the two sectors.

Teacher Profile:

The successful Centennial teacher is a committed professional who shares our vision, mission, values and approach. Our teachers are team players who solve problems in a collaborative fashion, who are open to feedback and who are empathetic and even-tempered. They follow school guidelines and implement best practices established by the school, ensuring that students are treated in a respectful and consistent fashion.

They have the confidence needed to ask for support and to bring forth issues that need the attention of the entire pedagogical team. They are lifelong learners who value professional development opportunities.

About Centennial Academy:

Located in Montreal, Quebec, Centennial Academy is a leader in inclusive education and is dedicated to helping young people master their learning challenges, become autonomous and resilient learners, and graduate on time. Centennial Academy has an English-language sector and a French-language sector.

We are early adopters of the Universal Design for Learning (UDL), a scientifically-driven educational framework that addresses the main barrier to learning: an inflexible, one-size-fits-all approach to teaching. UDL reaches all types of learners, by providing multiple means of representation, expression and engagement. We create a safe learning community. We use inclusive instructional practices. We adhere to systems and structures that support learning. We teach our students how to learn. We prepare them for life.

Your role:

Reporting to the Head of School, you will be responsible for ensuring the continuous monitoring, review and renewal of curriculum at Centennial Academy. You will works closely with department leaders, assisting them and teachers with curriculum development, material development and learning approaches to support and enhance learning. You will supports professional learning by actively researching curricular trends and by developing materials and templates consistent with the school’s mission and overall academic goals.

Your Responsibilities:

• Designs and coordinates curriculum development
• Ensures that curriculum and instructional practices are reviewed continuously
• In collaboration with department leaders, ensures that the school’s overall academic goals are promoted and integrated within and across departments
• Works with department leaders and teachers to develop, guide, and support curricular innovation, including the development of new approaches and materials
• Maintains a current knowledge of curricular trends and research, reporting findings and making recommendations to the Administration
• Supports and promotes interdisciplinary curriculum initiatives
• Makes recommendations to administration regarding professional learning opportunities related to curriculum and instruction
• Organizes and leads annual summer training for new teachers
• Participates in faculty meetings and give presentations when necessary

Knowledge/Skills:

• A Master of Arts in education and curriculum or a Master of Arts in educational technology and curriculum
• Bilingualism (French-English)
• Creative approach to building upon the Centennial framework – learning behaviors, departmental framework and learning strategies
• Familiarity with effective curriculum design and assessment types
• Experience teaching and working in a classroom
• Strong knowledge of educational software programs
• Strong communication skills and technical writing skills

About Centennial Academy:

Located in Montreal, Quebec, Centennial Academy is a leader in inclusive education and is dedicated to helping young people master their learning challenges, become autonomous and resilient learners, and graduate on time. Centennial Academy has an English-language sector and a French-language sector.

We are early adopters of the Universal Design for Learning (UDL), a scientifically-driven educational framework that addresses the main barrier to learning: an inflexible, one-size-fits-all approach to teaching. UDL reaches all types of learners, by providing multiple means of representation, expression and engagement. We create a safe learning community. We use inclusive instructional practices. We adhere to systems and structures that support learning. We teach our students how to learn. We prepare them for life.

Your role:

Reporting to the Director of Student Success and Coach development, you will ensure that parents are familiar and aligned to the Centennial’s approach to learning and bridge the gap between the school and parents who require a deeper understanding of its benefits for their child. You will also provide new parents with an orientation to Centennial and its approach as well as assess and provide parents both individually and in groups, strategies to set limits, plan home routines and monitor social medial.

Responsibilities:

• Support families, conduct assessments and provide parent with tools to help optimize the learning, achievement and well-being of their child
• Provide counselling guidance and support to parents, as required
• Advocate on behalf of the school and the school’s approach and vision, as required
• Provide new parent orientation and monitor parent integration
• Provide strategies to parents who are struggling to set limits at home
• Provide workshops and info sessions to support groups of parents, as required

Skills & Qualifications:

• Degree or certification in social work or social service.
• Fluency in English and French (excellent communication skills)
• Experience working with parents in an educational environment is an asset
• Professionalism, good interpersonal skills and attention to details
• Must be able to contribute actively to a team
• Service-oriented with a demonstrated ability to build constructive and effective relationships
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a proven ability to deal with confidential and/or sensitive situations with discretion, tact and diplomacy and respect boundaries
• Must be self-motivated, empathetic, and approachable
• Ability to envision and implement innovative programs and initiatives