1.0 FTE- Grade 5/6 French Immersion LTO- Harry J. Clarke Public School

Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board (HPEDSB) serves approximately 15,400 students each day at 3+ in-person schools (32 elementary, two K-12; four 7-12, one secondary). Supporting student achievement is the goal of approximately 1,750 teaching and support staff who, in addition to the contributions of caring volunteers and community partners, share their passion for teaching and learning.

The district covers a geographic area of 7,220 square kilometers bordered by Maynooth to the north, Deseronto to the east, Prince Edward County to the south and Quinte West to the west.

The region connects the outdoors with small cities, quaint villages and rolling rural landscapes. Here you will discover decades of tradition, mixed with new and emerging technology, creativity and innovation. Surround yourself with 1,200 km of shoreline in vibrant cities and towns accessible by highway and rail (1.5 hours to Toronto, 2 hours to Ottawa). Explore wilderness trails and sandy beaches, experience world-class fishing, enjoy exquisite culinary experiences and dozens of wineries. Perfect your golf swing at 23 golf courses, or take in Canadian arts and heritage attractions. Create your own story and picture yourself here!

We acknowledge and honour the land on which we reside and occupy as part of the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe people. These Indigenous Nations, agreed to mutual sharing obligations and responsibilities as stewards of the land and water. Today these responsibilities and obligations extend to all Peoples. These lands are steeped in rich Indigenous history, traditions and modern cultures that are proud and vibrant.

ASSIGNMENT: Grade 5/6 French Immersion

REQUIREMENTS:

In Good Standing with the Ontario College of Teachers
OCT Junior divisional qualifications
FSL Part2

HPEDSB is encouraging individuals with proficiency in French language to apply to this position, even if they are not in possession of an OCT certificate. For those applicants who are not certified with the Ontario College of Teachers, the Board will require the following:

Resume and Cover Letter outlining experiences.
An endorsement letter from your community confirming your proficiency in the French language.

Applicants who are not certified with the Ontario College of Teachers will also be required to confirm their eligibility to teacher on a Letter of Permission as a condition of employment. This eligibly is outlined in Ontario Regulation 142/08 Letters of Permission made under the Education Act. This eligibility includes:

Being 18 years of age or older,
Having an Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent
Providing a satisfactory vulnerable sector criminal background check.

Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board is committed to a qualified workforce that is representative of the diversity of the people of Ontario and across the communities we serve. We welcome applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences as a member of a marginalized group, including but not limited to:

First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples,
members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, color, religion and/or spiritual beliefs, or place of origin,
persons with visible and/or invisible (physical and/or mental) disabilities,
persons of marginalized ****** orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions.

Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board is committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.