Duties & Responsibilities:
Hours of Work
- Log in so that you are ready to start working 15 minutes before class starts
- Stay until the last child leaves, everything is put away and any other tasks for the teacher are finished (be prepared for this to take more than 15 minutes!)
- If you are going to be absent, find a replacement at least a week ahead of time
- In cases of sudden illness, try to find a replacement and if not, let the office know at least 3 hours before the class starts
Assisting Students
- Keep a full set of class notes and ensure that students get any missed work
- Complete all of the homework yourself at least one week ahead of the class
- Before class, get students settled and answer any homework questions
- During the teaching period, walk around class and help students organize and write good notes and ensure that they are on task
- Help weaker students during class - in a breakout room if necessary!
Attendance
- For the Assistant Teacher, this includes lateness, absents, and homework not done
Phone parents if a student is absent 15 minutes after class starts
- Let them know if there have been any missed tests or handouts
- Ensure that everything is fine (i.e. parents know the child is not at class)
Marking
- Some marking during the week. This includes True/False or multiple-choice type questions- ensure that you have marked it by the next class, and you are there to hand it to the teacher
Why Work With Us?
At Spirit of Math, we believe in creating a workplace where people feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow. When you join our team, you're not just starting a job - you're becoming part of a community that thrives on collaboration, learning, and shared success.
Here's what you can expect when you work with us:
Core Benefits
- Competitive salary with potential for performance-based bonuses.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Retirement savings plans (including RRSP with company matching through DPSP).
- Generous paid time off and scheduled paid summer shutdowns for some positions.
Career & Growth Opportunities
- Annual professional development budget for courses, certifications, and conferences.
- Internal mobility and clear pathways for advancement - we support your career journey.
- Opportunity to contribute ideas and shape how we work.
Work-life Balance & Well-being
Culture & Perks
- Inclusive, diverse, and collaborative workplace culture where every person matters.
- Annual all-staff conference to connect, learn, and celebrate together.
- Staff events and fun team-building activities.
- Peer-to-peer recognition programs - we love celebrating success!
- Access to partnerships offering thousands of discounts on shopping, travel, entertainment, and more.
Lifestyle & Convenience
- Unlimited coffee and/or tea every day!
- Commuter‑friendly campuses with easy access to public transit.
At Spirit of Math, we're committed to fostering a positive and supportive environment where you can thrive - personally and professionally.
Join us and be part of a team where your contributions are valued, your growth is supported, and your well-being is a priority.
To promote cooperation, inspire confidence, and release the genius in every child.
Please note that we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools at certain stages of the hiring process to assist in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants for this position. These tools are used as a supplement to human review, and all final hiring decisions are made by our Hiring team.
Spirit of Math is an equal opportunity employer and adheres to equitable hiring, employment and promotion practices. The positions are open to all qualified applicants, including men, women, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, Aboriginal persons and other groups protected by human rights laws. We strive to meet the accommodation needs of persons with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to make their needs for accommodation known in advance during the application process.