Qualified French Elementary and Secondary Occasional Teacher

Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board (HWDSB); Hamilton; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 70,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Holistic Staff Wellness program

Professional growth and development opportunities

Free employee assistance support

Job summary

The Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board (HWDSB) invites applications for qualified French Teachers for the Elementary & Secondary Occasional List. Candidates should be certified by the Ontario College of Teachers and possess native-like French fluency.

HWDSB emphasizes a supportive environment with programs for staff wellness and professional development. They are committed to inclusive workspaces and welcome applications from diverse backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Candidates must be certified by the Ontario College of Teachers and in good standing.
• New graduates pending certification are welcome to apply.
• Native-like French fluency is required.

Responsibilities

• Teach French to elementary and secondary students.
• Support the co-creation of a safe and inclusive environment.
• Engage in professional growth and development opportunities.

Skills

French fluency

Strong English skills

Education

Certified by the Ontario College of Teachers

French as a Second Language, Part 1 or equivalent

Job description

HWDSB Invites Qualified French Teachers for the Elementary & Secondary Occasional List. Vacancy Status: Existing vacancy.

About HWDSB French Programs

HWDSB is an anglophone school board that offers two French programs. Our Core French program begins in Grade 4, with approximately 40 minutes of instruction per class per day. Our French Immersion program begins in Grade 1, with students receiving a minimum of approximately 85 percent of instruction in French. In French Immersion, Core English instruction begins in Grade 2. The FI program continues into secondary at 2 sites, offering courses in Math, Science, Geography and History.

What We Offer

• We are committed to co-creating and fostering an environment where staff feel safe, valued, and supported.
• A holistic Staff Wellness program to support employee well-being in all dimensions of health. All staff and their dependents have access to free and confidential supports through our Employee and Family Assistance Provider (EFAP), in addition to many other program components.
• Professional growth and development opportunities designed to support both new and experienced staff in continuous improvement.

Application Package

Applicants must be certified by the Ontario College of Teachers (in good standing). New graduates pending OCT certification are welcome to apply. French as a Second Language, Part 1 or equivalent and native‑like French fluency are required, along with strong English skills.

Required documents:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Practicum Assessments or Principal Evaluations
• Copy of Ontario College of Teachers Certificate of Qualification (where possible)

Accommodations

HWDSB is committed to providing accommodation throughout the recruitment and selection process, based on any human rights protected grounds. If you require accommodation, please email [e-mail] and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Employment Equity, Inclusion and Indigeneity Statement

HWDSB is committed to building inclusive learning and working environments where students see themselves reflected in the curriculum, staff population, local environmental context and the broader community. We especially invite applications from Indigenous peoples, persons with visible and/or invisible disabilities, individuals who identify as women, and persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions.