26PRG030 - Itinerant Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing – 0.5 FTE

CAREER OPPORTUNITY:
PERMANENT CONTRACT – ITINERANT TEACHER OF THE DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING – 0.5
FTE

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.

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THE
OPPORTUNITY

The UGDSB is seeking a dynamic individual to join our elementary teaching team for the following opportunity:

Position Details: 1 Year Term - Itinerant Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing– 0.5 FTE

Location: Itinerant position. May be required to report to travel to a variety of schools and sites within the Upper Grand DSB. A valid driver's licence and vehicle are necessary for this position.

Work Schedule: TBD

Salary Range: $52,974.00 - $ 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, 2026

Required Qualifications:

• Member in good standing in the Ontario College of Teachers
• Special Education Part 1
• P/J or J/I qualified
• Additional Qualifications as Teacher of the Deaf
• Experienced, successful Special Education teacher and classroom teacher
• Demonstrated ability to teach in ASL

Start
Date: September 1, 2026

End Date: June 30, 2027

Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancy

Reporting to the Principal in charge of Special Education Accessibility, the Itinerant Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing works directly with students with a hearing loss and provides assistance to staff regarding the development and implementation of programs to address the needs of students with a hearing loss. Other duties and or/work locations may be assigned.

Characteristics:

• The demonstrated ability to:
• Build rapport with staff, students, parents, and community agencies
• Provide leadership in the area of programming for students who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing
• Plan and lead in-services for staff
• Work with teachers, school administrators and parents to provide appropriate programming
• Liaise with community agencies, other boards and the Ministry of Education
• Strong organizational and time management skills

Assets:

• Experience working with students who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing
• Experience working as a member of a team
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience with Assistive Hearing Technology
• Working knowledge of Google Read and Write
• Working knowledge of IEP Engine

APPLICATION DETAILS

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 Criminal Record Check requirements.