Substitute Teachers

Who Are We? The Armbrae Academy education experience encompasses not only the pursuit of academic excellence but also the formation of character and values. Our Be Kind, Work Hard philosophy underpins everything we do as we strive to develop and nurture balanced and principled students.

Armbrae Academy was founded in 1887 and is a co-educational PreK to grade 12 University preparatory school with 265 students. Armbrae offers a structured but informal atmosphere that provides students an opportunity to form close relationships with peers and teachers. Armbrae is a member in good standing of the Canadian Accredited Independent Schools (CAIS) and is accredited by the Ministry of Education and Early Childhood Development for Nova Scotia to grant the Nova Scotia high school leaving certificate.

We are looking for exceptional Occasional/Substitute Teachers to cover a variety of academic areas in our Senior (Grade 10-12), Middle (Grade 7 – 9) and Junior (PreK – Grade 6) schools. The successful candidates will be responsible for covering classes and continuing the program of learning as well as creating an engaging learning environment.

Qualifications The ideal candidate is a member in good standing with the Nova Scotia Office of Teacher Certification and holds an endorsed Elementary Teacher Certificate or endorsed Secondary Teacher Certificate or equivalent provincial or other certification.

How To Apply Please apply directly to the following individuals:

Junior School : Tara Burt, Director of Junior School,

Middle School : Stephanie Sajatovich, Director of Middle School,

Senior School : Ally Read, Director of Senior School,

Please include with your cover letter and resume: teaching qualifications/licenses, diplomas/certificates, practicum reports, teaching evaluations, reference letters and transcripts.

Our Offer Armbrae Academy offers a positive and inclusive workplace community that celebrates creativity and collaboration and is committed to ongoing professional development. Our salaries are competitive within the HRM (Halifax Regional Municipality).

As a condition of employment a satisfactory Vulnerable Police Clearance must be provided. While all applicants are thanked for their interest, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

Armbrae Academy is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment where everyone feels respected, valued and supported. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. Please let us know the nature of any accommodation that you may require.