Are you a passionate educator dedicated to empowering young people who learn differently? If so, The YMCA Academy wants to hear from you.
The YMCA Academy is a Ministry of Education–inspected, alternative school in downtown Toronto. Inspired and supported by the YMCA of Greater Toronto, our personal differentiated approach, specialized programs, and individualized use of assistive technology is ideally suited to students with mild learning disabilities or learning style differences. Our grade 6 to 8 program prepares students with learning disabilities and learning style differences for success in high school.
We offer:
- Individualized Special Education support including IEP implementation, assistive technologies, and Resource and Remediation courses
- Small class sizes
- Modern facilities
- Socio-emotional support
- Experiential learning, workplace internships, and co-op program
- A range of academic opportunities
- Online wireless environment with laptops for every student
- Outdoor education and year-round YMCA of Greater Toronto membership
- A broad range of extracurricular opportunities, including clubs, events, and a cross-Canada exchange
