Dynamic Elementary Substitute Teacher

Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board (HWDSB); Hamilton; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board (HWDSB) is seeking qualified Occasional Teachers to deliver engaging lessons across Ontario elementary curricula. The role requires planning meaningful activities, maintaining routines, and adapting materials to support multilingual learners and students with IEPs.

Candidates should bring flexibility, strong communication, and a collaborative mindset. Applicants should be prepared for panel interviews and the daily rate of pay noted in the posting, with

Qualifications

• Candidates must be certified (in good standing).
• Candidates must hold qualifications to teach within at least two divisions (i.e. Primary/Junior, Junior/Intermediate).
• Availability and commitment to work a minimum of 30 full days per school year, 10 days from September to January, 20 days from February to the last instructional day of the year.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate strong understanding of the Ontario Elementary Curriculum and related Ministry documents.
• Plan meaningful learning activities when required, ensuring continuity of instruction in the absence of the regular teacher.
• Use a variety of instructional tools and strategies, including technology, to enhance learning and meet diverse learning styles, strengths, and needs.
• Implement strategies to maintain routines, manage behaviour, and ensure smooth transitions.
• Adapt lessons and materials to support multilingual learners, students with IEPs, and varied readiness levels.
• Utilize assessment and evaluation practices.
• Communicates clearly and respectfully with students, staff, and community to support understanding and engagement.

Job description

Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board (HWDSB) is seeking qualified Occasional Teachers to deliver engaging lessons across Ontario elementary curricula. The role requires planning meaningful activities, maintaining routines, and adapting materials to support multilingual learners and students with IEPs.

Candidates should bring flexibility, strong communication, and a collaborative mindset. Applicants should be prepared for panel interviews and the daily rate of pay noted in the posting, with