Secondary Long Term Occasional Teacher

Keewatin-Patricia District School Board; Dryden; On-site; CAD 59,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Keewatin-Patricia District School Board (KPDSB) seeks a Full-Time Long Term Occasional teacher for the Dryden High School campus in Northwestern Ontario. The role supports I/S and Geography/History with strong focus on Ontario Curriculum delivery and student engagement.

Effective immediately until the incumbent returns, but not beyond June 25, 2027. Position remains open until filled; KPDSB emphasizes equity, accessibility, and inclusive practices in recruitment and teaching.

Qualifications

• OCT Certificate required.
• Geography/History qualifications or experience preferred.
• Understanding of current educational philosophies and Ontario Curriculum.
• Familiarity with First Nations, Inuit and Metis cultures in Northwestern Ontario.
• Experience as a staff developer, lead learner and facilitator.
• Excellent leadership and organizational skills.
• Vulnerable Sector Check or CRJMC required at hire and every five years.

Responsibilities

• Teach I/S and Geography/History at Dryden High School as assigned.
• Contribute to equity and inclusion initiatives in the classroom and school community.

Skills

OCT Certificate

Geography/History qualifications

Leadership skills

Staff developer experience

Cross-cultural awareness

Education

OCT Certificate

Geography/History qualifications

Job description

Position: Full--Time Long Term Occasional Teaching Position - I/S and Geography/History qualifications preferred

Location: Dryden High School

Union Affiliation: OSSTF-Occasional Teachers

Effective immediately until return of incumbent, but not beyond June 25, 2027.

This position will remain open until filled

GROW YOUR CAREER WITH KPDSB

Keewatin-Patricia District School Board (KPDSB) is situated in beautiful Northwestern Ontario.

KPDSB serves the educational needs of approximately 5,000 students within 17 elementary and 6 secondary schools in the communities of Kenora, Sioux Narrows, Vermilion Bay, Ear Falls, Red Lake, Dryden, Sioux Lookout, Ignace, Pickle Lake, Savant Lake, and Upsala.

Additional information regarding the Board is available on the Boards web site at

Qualifications

• OCT Certificate required. Intermediate/Senior and Geography/History qualifications or experience preferred.
• An understanding of current educational philosophies, teaching and learning strategies involved in the Ontario Curriculum, Continuing Education, the Adult Education Credit Strategy, Achieving Excellence, the Renewed Math Strategy
• Will be familiar with First Nations, Inuit and Metis Cultures within our region and experience working with First Nation, Metis and Inuit students, their families and communities within Northwestern Ontario.
• Experience as a staff developer, lead learner and facilitator
• Excellent leadership and organizational skills
• Familiarity with and/or experience in working cooperatively with staff, administration and educational partners
• This position will require a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) or a Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check (CRJMC) at the employee’s expense upon hire, and every five years subsequently.

As an equal opportunity employer, KPDSB is committed to promoting equity and inclusion by proactively identifying, addressing, and dismantling systemic barriers that affect our students, staff, and communities. We encourage applications from individuals who face historical and/or current barriers to equity, including First Nations, Métis, Inuit, Indigenous peoples, and those who experience discrimination based on race, ancestry, color, place of origin, or disabilities (whether visible or invisible).

Any confidential information provided by applicants will be used solely for the purposes of this competition and will be safeguarded in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. KPDSB is dedicated to fostering an accessible and inclusive workplace and ensuring barrier-free employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Applicants who require accommodation are strongly encouraged to inform Human Resources at any stage of the recruitment process.