Indigenous Language and International Languages Teachers - Japanese (OCT)

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Thank you for your interest in a career as an Indigenous Language and International Languages Teachers with the York Region District School Board. This application is for consideration for positions throughout the 2024 / 2025 school year, effective September 2024 and ending on or about June 2025, with a possibility of renewal. Candidates will be contacted as vacancies arise. The work schedule and salary depend on the type of program being taught and the OCT status of the applicant.

Note : This posting may close at any time throughout the 2024 / 2025 school year, as hiring is determined by system needs .

Secondary (Grades 9-12) Languages Credit (OCT Required) Program :

• Work Schedule : hours per week, for 30 weeks, from September 2024 to June 2025
• Salary : $ hour (OCT qualified teachers)
• For consideration for credit programs , applicants must be OCT qualified.

Note for current YRDSB Indigenous Language and International Languages Teachers & Instructors : You do not need to reapply. If you would like to be considered for a position at an additional site, please send an e-mail to expressing your interest. All applications must be submitted in the English language.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES :

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS :

Candidate selection will be based on the results of interview, experience and qualifications and reference checks.

Preference will be given to candidates who have some of the following qualifications and / or experiences :

Additional Information :

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Statement

The York Region District School Board (YRDSB) believes in giving each and every applicant an equal opportunity to succeed on their own merit and we strive to hire staff that reflect and support the diverse perspectives, experiences and needs of students and communities. We remain committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion in our living, learning and work environments. We know that diversity underpins excellence, and that we all share responsibility for creating an equitable, diverse and inclusive Board-community.

Therefore, in pursuit of the Board's values, we seek members who will work respectfully and constructively with differences and across the organizational hierarchy in actualizing the Board's priorities, goals and principles outlined in the Director's Action Plan . Candidates who have strong racial literacy practices and a commitment to dismantling anti-racism, anti-oppression, and creating identity-affirming spaces, in order to intentionally disrupt racist and hateful acts.

We actively encourage applications from members of groups with historical and / or current barriers to sovereignty, equity, including, but not limited to :

At YRDSB, we recognize that many of these identities intersect and therefore, equity, diversity and inclusion can be complex. We value and respect the contributions that each person brings to enriching the Board and are committed to ensuring full and equal participation for all in the communities that we serve.

Accessibility and Accommodation Statement

We also recognize the duty to accommodate and foster a culture of inclusion. Consistent with the principles of dignity, individualization and inclusion, we will make any appropriate accommodation based on any of the protected grounds in the Human Rights Code to support candidate participation in the hiring process. When contacted, candidates will be provided with an overview of the various elements of the hiring process, such as skills assessments, written practicum, presentation, interview, etc. If an accommodation is required, requests can be made in advance of any stage of the recruitment process. All information received relating to a candidate's required accommodation will be addressed confidentially by the Recruitment and Retention Team. Please make this request to or a member of the Recruitment Team. If this position is a school based LTO / Contract Teaching position, please email the Principal directly to request the accommodation to be made at the school in collaboration with Human Resource Services, Disability Management Team.

Important Note for YRDSB Employees : If you have a current accommodation in place through Disability Management, please inform your Disability Management Case Manager to ensure that your accommodation needs can be met in the new role that you are pursuing. If invited to participate in the hiring process, and you are unable to perform the essential / bona fide requirements ( physical, cognitive requirements), please notify the Recruitment Team by emailing to review next steps (in the email please reference the job title you are applying to).

Important Information for CUPE 1734 Members :

Those twelve (12) month employees filling vacancies as a result of their applying to a job posting are to remain twelve (12) months at their position. Ten (10) month employees are to remain in their position until the end of the school year. This requirement can be waived with permission from the Superintendent responsible for Human Resource Services. This does not prevent employees from applying for a position or from applying for a promotion during the twelve (12) month period.

Additional Information - Community and International Education Services (CIES) :

The Community and International Education Services (CIES) hiring protocol allows teachers to teach and / or administrate for two CIES sessions per school year and / or administrate one term / session at a time. Candidates will only be allowed to teach and / or administrate a third session on an emergency basis in consideration of demand in a particular subject area, course or administrative position. A session is defined as the time needed to deliver a 4 - 6 week program (approximately 110 hours for credit courses) or the equivalent. CIES sessions include positions at e-Learning, Night School, Summer School, International Languages Secondary Credit and Elementary Non-Credit Programs and Summer Institute.

As a condition of employment , an d In accordance with the Education Act, anyone seeking employment or wanting to volunteer must provide a satisfactory police record check. A Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC) must be completed by the police services in the jurisdiction in which you reside, this is based on your home address (only accepted by police services within Canada); must be satisfactory to the YRDSB and completed within six (6) months prior to the scheduled start date. It is the candidates responsibility to provide the results to the Board upon instruction.

We will accept satisfactory PVSC's that name any other school board and other employers (daycare centers, OCT, and employers that would require a police check for vulnerable persons) in Ontario and obtained within the last six (6) months.

On-line applications are collected centrally at the Education Centre - Aurora and are monitored by Human Resource Services. All applications will be screened based on the required education, experience and qualifications as noted in the posting and job description and as reflected in the application. Only those candidates meeting these criteria will be eligible to participate in the selection process and only qualified candidates will be contacted.

The personnel file of all internal applicants will be reviewed as part of the selection process.

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Dr. Bette Stephenson Centre for Learning About York Region District School Board

Serving the nine municipalities in the Regional Municipality of York, we are the third largest school district in Ontario. Our students consistently perform above average in provincial testing and the Board is among the top achievers in Ontario.

Quick Facts :

York Region is known for its cultural diversity, which is reflected in our student population. YRDSB offers a wide range of programs and services to meet the needs of our diverse community. We are committed to promoting equity and inclusivity in all of our schools, with policies and initiatives aimed at supporting all students, including those from marginalized groups.

We believe that every student can learn and succeed. Our dedicated and professional staff work hard to create safe, inclusive and caring environments that enable all of our students to thrive. We offer a range of learning opportunities that enable our students to develop their skills and knowledge, explore their interests, and reach their full potential. Join our team!