Continuing Education - Summer Learning Program (Elementary) - OUTDOOR & EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING

Simcoe County District School Board; Midhurst; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative educational institution is seeking a passionate teacher for their Summer Learning Program, focusing on outdoor and experiential learning for students in Grades 4 to 8. This role involves engaging students in meaningful outdoor experiences while supporting educators in enhancing their teaching practices. The program runs from July 7 to 25, 2025, and includes mandatory training sessions. Ideal candidates will possess an Ontario Teacher’s Certificate and experience in outdoor education, with a commitment to fostering Indigenous culture and leadership skills. Join a dynamic team dedicated to enriching student learning in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Must hold an Ontario Teacher’s Certificate.
• Experience in outdoor education is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide meaningful outdoor learning opportunities for Grades 4-8.
• Support educators in enhancing outdoor learning practices.

Skills

Outdoor Education

Collaboration

Leadership

Indigenous Culture Awareness

Education

Ontario Teacher’s Certificate of Qualification

FNMI Additional Qualification course(s)

Job description

Summer Learning Program (Elementary)

OUTDOOR & EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING

Teacher

Temporary

8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. daily (4 hours per day)

Salary $50.68 (including holiday and vacation pay) / hour

All teaching positions will be available subject to budget approval and student enrolment.

Position Summary

The Simcoe County District School Board is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Summer Learning Program teacher. Reporting to the Summer Learning Program Coordinator and Site Supervisor, the successful candidate(s) will be committed to supporting student learners in Grades 4 to 8 to support Indigenous and Outdoor & Experiential learnings as part of the Summer Learning programming.

This year (2025), Summer Learning Programs will include both in-person and online learning formats. All educational staff, including the Summer Learning Program teachers, will be expected to work in-person supporting students and educators enrolled in all programs. The Outdoor and Experiential learning programs will be located at the SCDSB Board Office outdoor classroom location.

Schedule For The Outdoor & Experiential Learning Program

• mandatory training sessions July 3 and 4, 2025 (2 days 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.)
• Summer Learning Program July 7 to 25, 2025 (15 days 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.)
  
  

Qualifications, Skills And Experience

• An Ontario Teacher’s Certificate of Qualification
• Experience in outdoor education
• FNMI Additional Qualification course(s) (completion or enrollment in) preferred.
• CUI low elements training
  
  

Key Competencies

Successful applicants for the Outdoor and Experiential Learning Summer Learning Program teacher position will demonstrate evidence of:

• experience working in collaboration with colleagues; and
• the ability to lead professional development in the areas of leadership, well-being and experiential/outdoor learning,
  
  

Responsibilities

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES FOR OUTDOOR & EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING TEACHERS :

• provide Grade 4-8 Summer Learning students with meaningful, organized school yard learning opportunities. Students will engage outdoor learning experiences while educators are coached about the elements of outdoor learning to enhance their current teaching practices.
• embed learning related to leadership, Indigenous culture, and well-being skill development;
  
  

All teaching positions will be available subject to student enrolment.

APPLICATIONS WILL BE RECEIVED THROUGH APPLY TO EDUCATION (ATE) until 4 p.m. on May 12, 2025 . Cover letters should be addressed to: Kadri Jessop , Principal, Student Achievement K-8.

We thank all applicants for their interest in this position and advise that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted regarding this posting.

• All fees for the application process are covered by the Simcoe County District School Board.*
  
  

Guided by the principles of dignity, individualization and inclusion, the Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) is committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment that supports all human rights and accessibility needs for students and staff. The SCDSB recognizes the duty to accommodate, short of undue hardship as per the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

We value and are committed to upholding the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion, and equitable hiring practices for all applicants to be successful. In support of our strategic priorities, we are seeking members who reflect diverse identities, lived experiences and perspectives, especially Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQ+, and women to assist the board in reflecting the community we serve. Our equitable hiring initiative is consistent with the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) to ensure that our hiring practices remain equitable to candidates from groups protected by the prohibited grounds under the Code.

Applicants are to provide permission to contact two professional references, including their current and most recent supervisor. New hires to the Simcoe County District School Board will be required to submit a Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) that is satisfactory to the Board prior to beginning employment. All new employees will be required to complete mandatory training modules with the Board prior to their first day of employment. All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position; however, only those who have been shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.

R.R.O. 1990, REGULATION 298 - Operation of Schools Section 20 - Duties of Teachers

• In addition to the duties assigned to the teacher under the Act and by the board, a teacher shall,
• be responsible for effective instruction, training and evaluation of the progress of pupils in the subjects assigned to the teacher and for the management of the class or classes, and report to the principal on the progress of pupils on request;
• carry out the supervisory duties and instructional program assigned to the teacher by the principal and supply such information related thereto as the principal may require;
• where the board has appointed teachers under section 14 or 17, co-operate fully with such teachers and with the principal in all matters related to the instruction of pupils;
• unless otherwise assigned by the principal, be present in the classroom or teaching area and ensure that the classroom or teaching area is ready for the reception of pupils at least fifteen minutes before the commencement of classes in the school in the morning and, where applicable, five minutes before the commencement of classes in the school in the afternoon;
• assist the principal in maintaining close co-operation with the community;
• prepare for use in the teachers class or classes such teaching plans and outlines as are required by the principal and the appropriate supervisory officer and submit the plans and outlines to the principal or the appropriate supervisory officer, as the case may be, on request;
• ensure that all reasonable safety procedures are carried out in courses and activities for which the teacher is responsible;
• co-operate with the principal and other teachers to establish and maintain consistent disciplinary practices in the school;
• ensure that report cards are fully and properly completed and processed in accordance with the guides known in English as Guide to the Provincial Report Card, Grades 1-8 and Guide to the Provincial Report Card, Grades 9-12, and in French as Guide dutilisation du bulletin scolaire de lOntario de la 1ère à la 8e année and Guide du bulletin scolaire de lOntario de la 9e à la 12e année, as the case may be, both available electronically through a link in the document known in English as Ontario School Record (OSR) Guideline, 2000 and in French as Dossier scolaire de lOntario: Guide, 2000, on a website of the Government of Ontario;
• co-operate and assist in the administration of tests under the Education Quality and Accountability Office Act, 1996;
• participate in regular meetings with pupils parents or guardians;
• perform duties as assigned by the principal in relation to co-operative placements of pupils; and
• perform duties normally associated with the graduation of pupils. R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 298, s. 20; O. Reg. 95/96, s. 2; O. Reg. 209/03, s. 1; O. Reg. 227/23, s. 3.