Elementary Occasional Teaching

Waterloo Region District School Board; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Waterloo Region District School Board seeks qualified Elementary Occasional Teachers to support approximately 65,000 students. Candidates should have relevant certifications and experience with youth. Employment is contingent upon certification and a police check.

Qualifications

• Candidates must be available for the entire school year.
• Preferred qualifications include Primary/Junior or Junior/Intermediate certification.

Responsibilities

• Create opportunities for students to flourish and grow.
• Work with adolescents and youth in educational settings.

Skills

Experience with adolescents

Good standing with Ontario College of Teachers

Education

Primary/Junior or Junior/Intermediate certification

Job description

The Waterloo Region District School Board, situated in Canada’s innovation heartland, celebrates the gifts of each and every student by creating limitless opportunities for them to flourish, grow, and become their best selves. The Board provides a comprehensive educational program for approximately 65,000 students in the Region of Waterloo. It is the seventh largest public school district in Ontario, with 16 secondary schools, 106 elementary schools, and approximately 11,000 staff members. Additional information is available on the Board’s website.

The Waterloo Region District School Board is seeking qualified Elementary Occasional Teacher applicants who have experience working with adolescents and/or youth. These experiences may include paid, volunteer, and practicum roles. Appointments are effective upon receipt of OCT certification confirmation and required documentation from successful candidates.

If you are an existing Elementary Occasional Teacher with the WRDSB, you do not need to apply to this posting. Current WRDSB Secondary Occasional Teachers wishing to transfer to the Elementary Occasional Teacher Roster may apply, but if successful, you will be removed from the Secondary Roster.

Required Qualifications

• Candidates must be available for the entire school year.
• Preferred qualifications include Primary/Junior or Junior/Intermediate certification.
• Candidates with only Intermediate or Intermediate/Senior qualifications are eligible to apply and interview. If successful, they will be offered a spot on the OT Roster after completing a course to qualify for the Junior division.

Application Information

• Applicants must be in good standing with the Ontario College of Teachers.
• Only those selected for an interview will be contacted via email. Please ensure your contact information is accurate.
• Interview methods may include video or online conferencing, with further details provided upon invitation.
• Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for applicants with disabilities.

Application Packages Should Include

• Cover Letter (addressed to Dear Administrator)
• Resume
• Practice Teaching Reports or recent Teacher Performance Appraisal
• Reference Letters (optional)

Note: Interviews may be conducted in French for applicants with French OCT qualifications.

Employment is contingent upon receipt of a vulnerable sector police check, with costs borne by the applicant. The collection and use of application information are governed by applicable laws.

Our Vision and Mission

Our Vision: Celebrating the gifts of each student by creating opportunities for them to flourish and become their best selves.

Our Mission: Creating learning environments where all students excel as skilled, caring, and compassionate global citizens.

Strategic Directions

• Centering students
• Supporting well-being of students and staff
• Ensuring equitable opportunities and outcomes
• Enhancing community engagement
• Increasing student learning through engagement
• Fostering collaboration and compassion for transformation

The Board is committed to equity in employment and encourages applications from diverse groups, including Indigenous peoples, racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, and LGBTQ+ individuals. Accommodation will be provided to support participation in the hiring process. Responses to self-identification questions are voluntary and for statistical purposes only.