Senior School Art Teacher

Senior School Art Teacher
80% Term Position

Sacred Heart School of Halifax is seeking a dynamic, innovative educator with a proven record of teaching excellence. The successful candidate will be someone who infuses students with a love of learning, enjoys working with Senior School students, and shares our School's vision of excellence in education as embodied in the Sacred Heart Goals and Criteria.

This art teacher will be responsible for Senior School (Grades 7-12) single-sex Junior and Senior High School art classes as well as full participation in the co-curricular life of the school. This is a term position from December 2, 2024 - June 20, 2025. Art teaching qualifications are required.

The application closing date is Friday, October 25, 2024, at 12:00 p.m. AST. We will begin reviewing applications upon receipt. Interested applicants should send their CV, references, and a cover letter outlining their approach to teaching and the contributions they can make to:

Dr. Wallace MacAskill, Principal
Sacred Heart School of Halifax
5820 Spring Garden Road, Halifax, NS B3H 1X8
[email protected]

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

We offer:

A competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental insurance, professional development, a matching RRSP program, and a wonderful work environment.

In our effort to consciously create a more diverse workforce, we encourage applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians, other racially visible persons, and persons with disabilities. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify in your cover letter.

Conditions of Employment:

The successful candidate will be required to complete a Criminal Background Check, Vulnerable Sector Check, and Child Abuse Registry Clearance.

Founded in 1849, Sacred Heart School of Halifax is an independent Catholic school committed to academic excellence within the context of a faith-based community. One of the top independent schools in Atlantic Canada, Sacred Heart School of Halifax teaches the whole child - mind, body, and spirit. Our iconic campus in the heart of Halifax offers co-ed education for JP-Grade 6 and single-gender education for Grades 7-12. With a global network of schools around the world, a rich and proud history, and a strong and unique set of core values, we offer not just an education but an experience that is unparalleled in this region. Visit us at www.shsh.ca