Careers at SJK
St. John’s-Kilmarnock (SJK) School is an independent day and boarding school in the Waterloo Region of Ontario. SJK offers a world of learning where we embrace innovation, diversity and internationalism. Our expectations are high; students are encouraged to find balance through academics, sports, arts, service and leadership. We have dedicated and inspirational educators, attentive to the needs of individual students and their families. The School’s co-ed Boarding Residence is located in close proximity to the University of Waterloo and Wilfrid Laurier University. Our graduates take their passions to the world as leaders and global citizens.
Current Administration Opportunities
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Administrative Assistant
Job Title: Administrative Assistant (Full-time, one-year with the possibility to extend, contract position)Location: St. John’s-Kilmarnock School (SJK)School Description:SJK is the leading co-educational independent school in the Waterloo Region of Ontario. The School, which was founded in 1972, is located on a beautiful 36-acre natural campus offering enriched educational programming for day students from JK - Grade 12 and international boarding students from Grades 9 - 12 through our accredited International Baccalaureate (IB) Programme. The School’s co-ed Boarding Residence is located in close proximity to the University of Waterloo and Wilfrid Laurier University.SJK offers a world of learning where we embrace innovation, diversity and internationalism. We have dedicated and inspirational educators, attentive to the needs of individual students and their families. Our expectations are high; students are encouraged to find balance through academics, sports, arts, service and leadership. As the only accredited IB World Continuum School in Southwestern Ontario, our students love to learn, and graduate as confident, well-rounded individuals fully prepared for post-secondary education and life beyond. Our graduates take their passions to the world as leaders and global citizens.Position Summary:SJK is seeking a friendly, positive and experienced Administrative Assistant to welcome all who come to the front office. We are looking for someone who is courteous, professional, and able to handle multiple tasks with ease. The successful candidate also provides administrative support to the school operations team. The ideal candidate will have a high attention to detail, a self-starter and an ability to work as part of a team.Qualifications and Experience:- A minimum of 3 years of experience in office administration or post secondary training
- Strong data entry skills with a high level of attention to detail and accuracy
- An excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google apps
- Excellent interpersonal skills and telephone manner
- Proactive team player, a strong communicator and collaborator
- Able to show and take initiative as appropriate
- Able to work independently, manage a variety of tasks concurrently and perform well under pressure
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Understands and can demonstrate confidentiality and work within protocols and procedures
- Able to function as a highly organized, accountable and self-directed administrator
- Sound judgment and problem-solving skills
- Able to work some overtime and have some flexibility with hours when required occasional events in the evenings and weekends
- Proof of full vaccination (two doses) against COVID-19
- Current Vulnerable Sector Police Check
Applications should include a cover letter, complete CV, and the names of three references, addressed to Ms. Cheryl Boughton, Head of School and forwarded to employment@sjkschool.org by Friday September 29, 2023. Please include "Administrative Assistant (Contract) Application" in the subject line. Applications will be accepted until Friday September 29, 2023.
Due to the volume of applications received, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Visit our website at www.sjkschool.org.
Current Faculty Opportunities
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Lower School and Upper School Supply Teachers
Position Summary:
SJK is seeking highly motivated and committed supply teachers to be added to our Supply Teacher List. The successful candidates will be enthusiastic and innovative teachers who appreciate working in a collaborative environment, dedicated to the highest standards of teaching and learning.
Start Date:
Available to work from September 7, 2022
Contract:
Temporary Supply Teaching
Qualifications and Experience:- A Bachelor of Education Degree
- Primary, Junior, Intermediate and/or Senior Divisional Qualifications
- An Ontario College of Teachers Certificate, or eligibility for teacher certification in Ontario
- OCT Membership in good standing
- Experience teaching in the Primary, Junior, Intermediate and/or Senior Divisions is an asset
- Experience teaching the International Baccalaureate PYP, MYP, DP is an asset
- Independent school experience is an asset
Competencies:- A positive, enthusiastic, and encouraging approach to learning and all aspects of school life
- Collaborative and solution-focused, with a passion for teaching
- Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills
- A proven ability to build a caring rapport with students
- Effective communication with students, parents, and colleagues
- An ability to instruct using a range of differentiated teaching strategies and technology
- A dynamic, dedicated team player with a strong work ethic
- Capacity to contribute to SJK’s co-curricular program
- Willingness to learn, and commitment to personal growth and development
To Apply:
Interested and qualified candidates are invited to forward by email a letter of application and a résumé to Cheryl Boughton, Head of School as soon as possible to: employment@sjkschool.org.
SJK is an equal opportunity employer, offering a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development in a vibrant, collegial work environment.
While we appreciate all applications, we can only contact those individuals selected for interviews. As a condition of employment, a vulnerable sector screening will be required.
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