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Summer Program Teacher \xe2\x80\x93 Art Camp June 19 to July 21, 2023



Ashbury College is a leading not-for-profit independent day and boarding school for students in
Grades 4 to 12 located in Canada\xe2\x80\x99s capital and the traditional, unceded territory of the
Anishinaabe Algonquin Nation. We serve a diverse community of over 60 nationalities from
around the National Capital Region, the diplomatic community and international and domestic
boarding students.

Our mission is to inspire students in a dynamic learning environment as intellectually curious,
compassionate and responsible global citizens. Our strategic direction is centered on the
highest standards in teaching and learning; whole student development; access and inclusion in
our pluralistic community; community engagement; and resource stewardship for long term-
sustainability. We achieve these through a community of employees, volunteers, and students
who cultivate and celebrate diversity and inclusion.

We strongly encourage applications from all qualified individuals who are members of groups
with historical and/or current barriers to equity. This supports our mission, makes our
community stronger, and adds to our culture.

Based in central Ottawa, Ashbury College\xe2\x80\x99s Summer Program is currently seeking a visual arts
educator, responsible for leading Ashbury\xe2\x80\x99s Summer Art program. This program runs over 3
consecutive weeks: June 19 \xe2\x80\x93 23, June 26 \xe2\x80\x93 30, and July 17 \xe2\x80\x93 21. Students range in age from 8 to
13 years old, and weekly enrolment is capped at 20 students,

We are seeking someone who cultivates the creativity and self-expression of every student,
bringing enthusiasm and energy to their classroom. Your teaching practice includes extensive
experience with a wide variety of art media including the use of technology, and imaginative
course design and delivery.

Your education, experience and qualifications include:

• Teaching experience, with Ontario College of Teachers certification or equivalent

preferred.

• B.A. or M.A. or relevant certification in Fine Arts.
• Minimum 2 years\xe2\x80\x99 experience teaching 8- to 13-year-olds.

• Evidence of consistently integrating student diversity and promoting student belonging

into your lesson plans and your classroom


All students and staff must follow Ashbury College\xe2\x80\x99s COVID-19 safety protocols when on
campus.

If you are interested in joining our Summer Programs team and playing an integral role in
delivering exemplary teaching practices, please forward your resume and cover letter to
hr@ashbury.ca and include \xe2\x80\x9cSummer Programs Art\xe2\x80\x9d in the subject line. The deadline for
applications is Monday, April 17, 2023, however, apply without delay as we will review
applications as they are received, and may bring the search process to a close early if an
outstanding applicant is identified. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

At Ashbury College, our mission is to develop students as responsible global citizens.

Should you have any questions about this position, please email hr@ashbury.ca

If we contact you about an employment opportunity and you require an accommodation, we
will work with you to meet your needs.

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