Boarding Life Student Support Don

Location: Oakville, Ontario (reside on-site)
Type: Full-time contract (September 2026 – June 2027)
Salary Range: $34,000 plus on-campus housing and meals subject to taxable benefits

COME JOIN OUR TEAM:

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Boarding Life Student Support Don to join our Appleby College community. If you are driven to support the well-being of boarding students and play a vital role in creating an inclusive, positive, and engaging environment, this could be the ideal opportunity for you.

HOW YOU WILL THRIVE:

As a Boarding Life Student Support Don, you will support boarding students, organize weekend and holiday programming, and build strong relationships with students to foster a positive and inclusive boarding experience.

HOW YOU WILL SUCCEED:

• Provide pastoral care to boarding students during the day, evenings, and weekends, ensuring a supportive environment while residing on campus
• Build strong, personal relationships with students by being approachable, visible, and available to advise on both academic and personal matters
• Collaborate with the House Director and Assistant House Director to foster positive communication and culture within the house
• Plan and supervise weekend programs and activities, especially for long-distance boarders
• Coordinate and supervise programming during long weekends and school term breaks for students unable to return home
• Undertake various supervisory duties including evening study duties, campus study duty, recreational facility supervision, academic day house supervision
• Participate in regular meetings with House Faculty and the Director of Boarding Life to discuss student well-being and house activities
• Accompany students to medical appointments, when necessary, as well as assist during student emergencies
• Track student attendance and academic progress
• Commit to co-curricular activities and clubs for three consecutive terms
  
  

WHAT YOU BRING:

• Proven ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, including faculty and health care providers.
• A commitment to embracing and supporting a diverse student body, fostering inclusivity in all aspects of boarding life
• Post-secondary education is preferred
• Previous experience working with students in a residential or boarding setting is an advantage
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Availability for frequent evening and weekend work, and flexibility to supervise during school breaks and community weekends

HOW YOU WILL BENEFIT:

• Competitive salary
• On-site accommodation and meals
• Comprehensive group benefits, including health, dental, and vision coverage
• Access to campus facilities, including fitness centre, pool, and beautiful grounds
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement

WHO ARE WE:

Appleby College was founded in 1911 and is internationally recognized as one of the world’s leading independent schools. With 800 students from over 50 countries enrolled in Grades 7–12, Appleby offers an education that excites and challenges every student. Our curriculum combines rigorous academics with dynamic arts, athletics, community service, and boarding life programming, allowing students to discover and embrace their passions both inside and outside the classroom.

Hallmarks of the Appleby experience include our emphasis on global learning and cultural understanding with participation in a global learning experience.

Appleby’s Mission is to educate and enable its students to become leaders of character, major contributors to, and valued representatives of their local, national and international communities.

READY TO START YOUR JOURNEY:
If you are ready to grow your career and make an impact, we want to hear from you!

Please share your resume and a cover letter outlining your experiences and contributions directly on our portal by Monday, February 23, 2026.  While all applicants are thanked for their interest, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

As a condition of employment, a Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening is required. 

We work to embed diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging principles and practices as an integral and foundational part of Appleby’s culture and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills making us better together.

DO YOU NEED ACCOMMODATION:

Appleby College is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.  If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise Human Resources if you require an accommodation.

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