About this role
Position Summary:
We are seeking an inspirational, experienced Visual Art teacher, enthusiastic about teaching across multiple grade levels within the IB PYP framework, and eager to contribute and collaborate as a key member of CA’s dynamic whole-school Arts department. CA is proud to have a robust and joyful Arts program, and we are looking for a teacher who can continue to infuse energy and excitement into our program and inspire our young learners.
Teaching at Canadian Academy:
CA’s Elementary School is a highly collaborative professional environment where innovation is encouraged, and student learning and well-being drive everything we do. Grade-level teams work closely together and learn from one another, and opportunities for professional development abound. A low student-teacher ratio and a stimulating, well-resourced, technology-rich environment make this an exceptional place to teach. Our teachers get to know their students well, both in and out of the classroom, and work together to ensure that every student is appropriately challenged and supported.
Canadian Academy teachers inspire minds and nurture compassion by providing a rich and engaging programme that develops students’ skills, promotes curiosity and love of learning, and prioritizes well-being. All students follow the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP) in PK-Grade 5 and the Middle Years Programme (MYP) in Grades 6-10. Most students pursue the IB Diploma Programme (DP) in Grades 11 & 12, although 10-20% each year opt for a more personalized pathway to graduation that includes a mix of DP and other courses and leads to a CA Diploma. Teaching and learning are enriched by opportunities for exploration in the arts, athletics, outdoor education, service, and more.
Position Responsibilities:
• Serve as the IB PYP Art teacher across the elementary grades (K-G5)
• Demonstrate a deep understanding of and passion for elementary art education
• Empower and inspire students to unlock their full potential and strive for excellence.
• Collaborate effectively with the EAL and Learning Support teams
• Contribute to curriculum planning, documentation, and program development in collaboration with grade-level teams
All Canadian Academy teachers are expected to:
• Create a vibrant classroom environment that nurtures meaningful connections and cultivates a deep sense of care and compassion
• Design, prepare, and deliver learning activities that promote inquiry and facilitate authentic engagement
• Identify and select instructional resources and methods to meet students' varying needs and are in line with the programs and ethos of the school
• Use relevant technology to enhance teaching and learning
• Design and implement a range of authentic formative and summative assessments to inform instructional decisions
• Maintain accurate and complete records of students' learning data to provide timely feedback, design appropriate learning engagements, and facilitate reporting
• Adhere to and advocate for our Child Safeguarding Policy and best practices in child protection
• Collaborate daily with relevant colleagues to enable effective co-planning, co-teaching, and co-assessment
• Contribute actively and thoughtfully in faculty meetings, collaborating with colleagues to enhance student learning and school initiatives
• Engage enthusiastically in school events and parent meetings, fostering strong connections within the school community and supporting student success
• Lead by example with respectful, clear, and timely communication, fostering trust and meaningful connections with students, colleagues, and parents
• Embrace opportunities for growth by actively engaging in professional development and continually enhancing your skills to inspire and elevate the learning community
• Endorse the school’s purpose, vision, and values
Required Qualifications:
• Must have a teaching certification and/or relevant academic qualification
• Minimum of 2 years of experience teaching Art in an elementary school setting
• Must be eligible to obtain a visa to work in Japan
Preferred Experience and Qualities (in no particular order):
• 5+ years of relevant teaching experience
• Successful experience teaching Art in the IB PYP
• Demonstrated ability to model a wide range of art techniques, materials, and processes, helping students develop the confidence to experiment and make creative choices
• Ability to design art learning in which students learn through making, exploring, and responding, with active participation and hands-on practice at the center of each lesson
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team
• Strong organizational, communication, administrative, and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to support the diverse learning needs of students while working collaboratively with Counselors, Learning Support, and EAL specialists to foster an inclusive and thriving learning community
• Demonstrated enthusiasm for connecting with students beyond the classroom through athletics, co-curriculars, etc.
How to Apply:
Please prepare and upload an updated resume and a list of at least three professional references.
In lieu of a cover letter, please submit a short video introduction of no more than three minutes, and share it as an unlisted YouTube link in the “Website, Blog or Portfolio” field.
Your video should cover:
• A brief introduction of yourself
• Why you’re interested in this role
• Why you believe you’d be a good fit
• Anything else that will help us get to know you
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Commitment
To provide the best possible learning environment for our highly diverse, multicultural, international student population, Canadian Academy actively seeks to recruit teachers from groups that have been traditionally underrepresented in international school faculties. You are warmly encouraged to apply and invited to reach out for more information about our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice.