CAREER OPPORTUNITY: LONG TERM OCCASIONAL – LRC10 – 3 sections
ABOUT THE UPPER GRAND DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD (UGDSB)
The UGDSB employs a team of approximately 6,500 dedicated staff who serve more than 35,000 students attending a variety of programs across 66 elementary and 11 secondary schools as well as continuing education and adult learning centres in the counties of Dufferin, Wellington, and the City of Guelph. We are committed to supporting student achievement and well-being through our team of dedicated staff and strong learning communities, always striving to meet the diverse needs of our students
The UGDSB is situated on the ancestral, treaty and title lands of two Anishinaabek Ojibwe Nations: the Michi Saagig of the Credit and the Saugeen Ojibway Nation. This land also includes a specified tract of land granted to the Six Nations of the Grand River. These Nations hold legal and specific rights in their respective territories. This area has been and continues to be home for Indigenous Peoples and non-Indigenous peoples.
We are proud to offer our employees a comprehensive range of total rewards designed to recognize their contributions to our shared success, including competitive compensation, a defined benefit pension plan, professional development opportunities, and vibrant wellness programs.
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THE OPPORTUNITY
The UGDSB is seeking a dynamic individual to join our secondary teaching team for the following opportunity:
Position Details:
Long Term Occasional Assignment – LRC10 – 3 sections
Location:
Norwell DSS
Rate of Pay:
$59,300.82 - $119,670.49 per annum; salary grid rate is based on QECO rating and teaching experience; annual salary is prorated based on FTE; grid rate effective September 1, 2025
Required Qualifications:
Special Education Pt 1
Effective Date:
September 2, 2026 – February 2, 2027
Period(s):
1, 2, 4
Please Note:
LTO positions will end if the incumbent returns to work
Vacancy Status:
This posting is for an existing vacancy
Reporting to the Principal of the assigned school, the Long-Term Occasional Teacher is responsible for providing continuous, high-quality education during the temporary absence of the regular teacher. The successful candidate will play a vital role in supporting student achievement and well-being in accordance with Ontario Ministry of Education standards and Board Policies.
APPLICATION DETAILS
Ready to make a difference? Candidates are invited to submit their application through . As part of the application process, a minimum of two (2) professional supervisory references are required, including at least one from your current Principal or Vice-Principal. To submit your application, click the “Apply” button at the top of the page or visit: .
Please note: An original Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) must be provided prior to the commencement of employment (if the successful candidate is external). The VSC must be dated within 6 months of the start date of employment. For further information, refer to the UGDSB's requirements.
While we thank all applicants for their interest in working for the UGDSB, we wish to advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
As part of our recruitment practices, Artificial Intelligence (AI) will not be used in the screening, assessment, or selection process for this job posting.
INCLUSIVE RECRUITMENT & HIRING
The UGDSB is committed to building a diverse staff that is reflective of the community and students we serve. We actively encourage applications from members of groups who have historically and/or currently experience marginalization and/or barriers to equity, including, but not limited to:
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First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples
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Persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions
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Members of groups that commonly experience discrimination based on race, ancestry, ethnicity, colour, religion and/or spiritual beliefs, or place of origin
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Persons with disabilities
At UGDSB, we recognize that individuals may hold overlapping identities, which shape their experiences in unique ways. We are committed to our responsibility to create and maintain inclusive, equitable environments where everyone can fully participate, thrive, and reach their potential. To learn more, please visit .
Accommodation & Accessibility
If you require accommodation at any phase of the recruitment process, please contact .
APPLICANT SELF-IDENTIFICATION QUESTIONS
The UGDSB is committed to fair and equitable hiring practices. As part of this commitment, we are collecting voluntary self-identification data to achieve an inclusive, diverse and representative workforce. The data aims to intentionally identify and remove barriers for equity-deserving communities at each stage of the hiring process.
Access to this information is restricted to People, Leadership and Culture (Human Resources). Personal information on this form is collected under the authority of the Anti-Racism Act, 2017, S.O. 2017, c. 15 in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. M.56. The UGDSB is committed to respecting the privacy of our staff, students and applicants. To learn more, please visit .
People, Leadership, and Culture (Human Resources) will use aggregate data from all forms (not individual data) for internal reporting. For more information on Human Rights at UGDSB, please visit .
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