Founded in 1879, Lakefield College School (LCS) is a caring, inclusive community where students learn to embrace their individuality in a richly diverse environment. Our campus, nestled along the shores of Lake Katchewanooka, provides an inspiring backdrop for both day and boarding students from around the world, and it’s here that we nurture curious, compassionate, and courageous learners.

At LCS, we believe in the dignity and worth of all individuals. With roughly 440 students joining us from over 40 countries, we believe young people learn and mature best when they are encouraged to embrace their individuality within a richly diverse and supportive community. We believe that our community is strengthened by this diversity of perspectives.

Position Summary:

At LCS, our Associate Faculty members are new professionals eager to challenge and enable students to reach their individual potential in mind, body and spirit. Associate Faculty live on campus and enjoy being part of an active learning community with an opportunity to experience formal mentorship and career development tailored to their skills and interest.

Associate Faculty work with and provide support to both the house (boarding) and academic programs. Through our house program, Associate Faculty support and mentor students who represent a wide breadth of backgrounds and experiences to enhance a diverse and caring culture. In our academic program, Associate Faculty duties are catered to individual strengths, experience and education. Associate Faculty with a Bachelor of Education will be assigned to co-teach with an LCS mentor and may have the opportunity to teach their own classes. Other Associate Faculty will be assigned to work with a value program (Outdoor Education, Co-Curriculars, Community Service, Leadership and more).

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Two to three days a week of 24-hour house duty

• One or two weekends a month of house duty

• Assigned to teach or support the Program Area relevant to the candidate:

  • Candidates with a B. Ed. will be assigned one to two classes of co-teaching and may have the opportunity for a class of their own.
  • Candidates without a B. Ed. will be assigned to a value program (Outdoor Education, Athletics, Arts, Community Service, Leadership and more)

• Coaching/leading athletic or artistic co-curricular programs throughout the year

• Rotating school duties including: teaching/classroom coverage, evening and weekend programming and school block supervision, various on-campus student/spirit events, emergency hospital coverage

• Engage in ongoing learning about the School's approach to positive mind, body and spirit, and modelling this commitment in daily interactions with students

• Actively participate in School-led professional development opportunities with a commitment to ongoing learning and professional growth

The Associate Faculty role is a paid contract position including health and dental benefits, professional development funding, as well as OTPP contributions for OCT qualified teachers. Most Associate Faculty apartments are attached to the residence while some live on campus in staff buildings. Each apartment includes living space, a bedroom and a bathroom. Food at the dining hall, access to our beautiful 315-acre lakefront campus and all of the facilities are included with the position.

Qualifications and Experience:

Successful candidates will possess the following qualifications and experience:

• Undergraduate diploma and/or degree required

• For teaching and co-teaching assignments a B.Ed. with I/S qualifications is required

• An interest in learning about and thoughtfully using AI tools to enhance their work with students and colleagues

• Demonstrated ability to engage with teenagers and support them in their development and living the school’s values

• Proficiency in the use and integration of information technology, including emerging tools such as AI

• Enthusiastic commitment to the School's Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Direction

• Personal qualities:

  • student-centered, collaborative, reflective, and receptive practitioner, able to inspire and motivate
  • open-minded, resilient, empathetic, caring, and enthusiastic
  • innovative - including cross-curricular integration appreciation
  • flexible, ability to problem solve and think strategically
  • strong interpersonal and communication skills, well developed professional judgment

• Previous experience in a residential camp or boarding school setting would be considered an asset

• Athletic or Artistic coaching experience would be preferred

• Current certification for First Aid, CPR/AED

• Second language proficiency is considered an asset

• NLS, WFA, and other outdoor qualifications are assets

Start Date:

• August 17, 2026

Why LCS?

You’ll have the opportunity to work with some of the most enthusiastic staff members you’ve ever met. You’ll witness all of the things that make the best boarding schools great. You’ll become part of a community. But more importantly, you will grow. You’ll do challenging work you love and be part of a success story that you can be proud of.

How to apply:

Please complete your profile and submit your resume and letter of introduction through the Careers Section of our website on or before February 16, 2026. This is an ongoing recruitment process and we will be connecting with candidates as we receive applications and arranging interviews, prior to the deadline.

Please Note: LCS is committed to providing accommodation for persons with disabilities. Please visit our Accessibility page for further details or contact our Human Resources department, hr@lcs.on.ca, for any information in an alternate format.

Lakefield College School is an inclusive, caring community. We believe in the dignity and worth of all individuals. We embrace diversity and practice equity. We lead with empathy to create a sense of belonging for all. We are committed to equal employment opportunities for persons of all cultures, colours, ancestries, religions, sexes, national origins, sexual orientations, ages, marital statuses, disabilities, gender identities and veteran statuses.

We respectfully acknowledge that Lakefield College School is located on the Treaty 20 Michi Saagiig territory and in the traditional territory of the Michi Saagiig and Chippewa Nations, collectively known as the Williams Treaties First Nations, which include: Curve Lake, Hiawatha, Alderville, Scugog Island, Rama, Beausoleil, and Georgina Island First Nations.

Lakefield College School respectfully acknowledges that the Williams Treaties First Nations are the stewards and caretakers of these lands and waters in perpetuity and that they continue to maintain this responsibility to ensure their health and integrity for generations to come.