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Career Opportunity

Long Term Occasional – English – 2 sections

The UGDSB employs a team of approximately 6,500 dedicated staff who serve more than 35,000 students across 66 elementary and 11 secondary schools, as well as continuing education and adult learning centres in Dufferin, Wellington and Guelph. We are committed to supporting student achievement and well‑being through strong learning communities and meet the diverse needs of our students.

The UGDSB is situated on the ancestral, treaty and title lands of the Anishinaabek Ojibwe Nations of the Credit and Saugeen Ojibway Nation, including a tract granted to the Six Nations of the Grand River. This area has been and continues to be home for Indigenous and non‑Indigenous peoples.

We offer a comprehensive range of total rewards, including competitive compensation, a defined benefit pension plan, professional development opportunities and vibrant wellness programs.

The UGDSB is seeking a dynamic individual to join our secondary teaching team for a Long Term Occasional Assignment – English – 2 sections.

Role: Long Term Occasional Teacher
Location: Online Learning

$59,300.82 – $ per annum; salary grid rate is based on QECO rating and teaching experience. Annual salary is prorated for FTE. Grid rate effective September 1, 2025.

Senior English.

January 30, 2026 – unknown, not to exceed June 26, 2026.

Location will be determined based on the successful applicant in conjunction with the Principal of Online Learning. 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.

Ready to make a difference? Candidates are invited to submit their application through the UGDSB portal. 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.

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 six months of the start date of employment. For further information, refer to the UGDSB’s requirements.

We thank all applicants for their interest. 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.

The UGDSB is committed to building a diverse staff that reflects the community and students we serve. We actively encourage applications from members of groups that have historically and/or currently experience marginalization or barriers to equity, including, but not limited to:

• First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples
• Persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions
• Members of groups that commonly experience discrimination based on race, ancestry, ethnicity, colour, religion and/or spiritual beliefs, or place of origin
• Persons with disabilities

At UGDSB, we recognize that individuals may hold overlapping identities, which shape their experiences in unique ways. We are committed to creating and maintaining inclusive, equitable environments where everyone can fully participate, thrive, and reach their potential. To learn more, please visit our website.

If you require accommodation at any phase of the recruitment process, please contact the Human Resources department.

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