Teacher Intern, High Performance Support, Upper

Now hiring:  Teacher Intern, High Performance Support, Upper

Employment Terms: Full-Time, 2 year contact 

Start date: August 2026

End date: June 2028

We are currently seeking a Teaching Intern, High Performance Support, who will collaborate with the High Performance Coordinator, the Director of the Wernham West Centre for Learning and Student Services, and the Director of Academics to provide individualized and group Math and Science support to students in the High Performance Program. This role is designed to support the unique demands of high-performance student schedules. As such, work hours require a degree of flexibility. The successful candidate should be available for varied start times, which may include before-school or after-school sessions to ensure consistent academic support.

The UCC Teacher Intern supports the delivery of UCC's missions and vision of providing transformational learning experiences for students. The program expands UCC's talent pipeline by attracting promising early career teachers and providing exceptional development opportunities. 

Key Responsibilities and Tasks

Academic Support and Accommodations:

• Support the High Performance Coordinator in developing and implementing specialized Math and Science programming for High Performance students;

• Support the Centre for Learning in implementing specialized programming for students;

• Collaborate with the Math and Science Faculty Chairs and classroom teachers to provide academic assistance to students where necessary;

• Potential to teach and/or co-teach a course (eg. General Learning Strategies and/or Personal and Fitness Activities) under the guidance of the Director.

Student Support and Engagement:

• Support the various programs and services offered by the school;

• Collaborate with various constituents to build supportive relationships, encourage self-advocacy, and foster students' sense of agency.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Provide internal coverage of classes as required;

• Potential to travel with teams such as Hockey and Rowing in an academic support capacity.

Job Requirements

Experience, Knowledge and Competencies: 

• Completion of a bachelor's degree in education or a related field;

• Teaching certificate issued by the Ontario College of Teachers (OCT) or enrollment in a recognized teacher education program required;

• Previous experience working in a classroom setting or educational environment is desirable but not always required;

• Experience in providing academic support for math and science and implementing accommodations is beneficial;

• A solid background and understanding of physics is an asset;

• Understanding of inclusive education practices and accommodations for students with diverse needs;

• Familiarity with the Ontario curriculum and subject-specific knowledge, particularly in science and math;

• Knowledge of executive functioning skills and strategies to support students' organization and self-regulation;

• Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with the High Performance Coordinator, classroom teachers, and students;

• Effective communication skills to provide academic support and accommodations to students;

• High emotional intelligence and empathy to support students navigating the unique pressures of high-performance environments;

• Ability to effectively assist in the implementation of learning strategies and accommodations within the High Performance Program;

• Understanding of administrative processes related to implementing interventions and monitoring student progress.

What We Offer

• Unparalleled opportunities for professional development including workshops, networking sessions, a leadership program, and visiting experts and scholars;

• Flexibility to substitute statutory holidays in recognition of diverse religious and cultural practices;

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, including health care and lifestyle spending accounts;

• Pension plan, generous vacation time, self-funded sabbaticals, parental leave top-up; 

• Significant support for personal and family wellbeing and mental health, including the Employee and Family Assistance Program;

• Paid volunteer time off for involvement in the communities that matter to you; 

• Social events for colleagues and their families;

• Collaborative and supportive team members and colleagues;

• Free on-campus parking.

About UCC

Upper Canada College (UCC) is focused on making the world a more just and inclusive place through dialogue and teamwork. With a commitment to equity and fairness, students learn that what makes us different as individuals makes us stronger as a community. A rigorous academic program is supported by accomplished faculty, exceptional co-curricular programming, and state-of-the-art facilities.

The UCC experience is underpinned by five core values: learning, pluralism, service, community, and well-being.  Among its strategic goals is UCC's ambition to become more diverse and inclusive. This is supported by a recognition that no learning community is whole without the inclusion and amplification of multiple voices; UCC is committed to fostering belonging, striving for jus­­tice and peace among all people, and addressing systemic and structural forms of oppression.

UCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity, encouraging applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ and historically marginalized persons.  UCC embraces pluralism – celebrating differences, cherishing similarities, and giving voice to multiple perspectives.

This job is for a new vacancy. Compensation is based on qualifications and  experience. The salary for this position is $55,000 to $73,000.

Please apply on ADP by Monday, 16th February 2026. We thank all candidates in advance; however, we will contact only those selected for an interview. Artificial intelligence tools may be used at certain stages of the recruitment and selection process.

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