ELM- Long Term - Grade 4​/5 – FTE

CAREER OPPORTUNITY: LONG TERM OCCASIONAL – Grade 4/5 – 1.0

FTE

The Upper Grand District School Board (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 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.

We acknowledge that we are situated on the ancestral, treaty and title lands of the Michi Saagig of the Credit and the Saugeen Ojibway Nation, and the land includes a specified tract granted to the Six Nations of the Grand River.

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

We are seeking a dynamic individual to join our elementary teaching team as a Long-Term Occasional Teacher for the following assignment:

Long Term Occasional Assignment – Grade 4/5 – 1.0

FTE

Location:

Westminster Woods
Rate of Pay: $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, 2025

Schedule:

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Effective Date:
Immediately – Unknown, not to exceed June 26, 2026

Vacancy Status:
Existing vacancy.

Note:

LTO positions will end if the incumbent returns to work.

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, 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 application 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.

Please note:

An original Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) must be provided prior to commencement of employment (if the successful candidate is external). The VSC must be dated within 6 months of the start date.

Only those selected for an interview will be notified.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) will not be used in the screening, assessment, or selection process for this posting.

The UGDSB is committed to building a diverse staff that reflects the community and students we serve. We actively encourage applications from:

• First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples
• Persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions
• Individuals commonly discriminated for race, ancestry, ethnicity, colour, religion, and/or place of origin
• Persons with disabilities

We recognize overlapping identities and are committed to creating inclusive, equitable environments.

Applicants requiring accommodation at any phase of the recruitment process may contact the UGDSB.

The UGDSB collects voluntary self‑identification data to support fair and equitable hiring practices. Personal information is handled per privacy laws and is not used in individual hiring decisions.

Date Posted: 19-Dec-25