26ELM019 - Long Term Occasional - French Immersion Planning – 0.8FTE

Overview

CAREER OPPORTUNITY : LONG TERM OCCASIONAL – FRENCH IMMERSION PLANNING – 0.8 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 Dufferin, Wellington, and the City of Guelph. The board supports student achievement and well‑being through its teams and learning communities, and recognizes the diverse needs of its students. The UGDSB acknowledges the traditional lands of the Michi Saagig of the Credit and the Saugeen Ojibway Nation, and a tract of land granted to the Six Nations of the Grand River. This area is home to Indigenous and non‑Indigenous peoples alike.

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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 : Long Term Occasional Assignment – French Immersion Planning – 0.8FTE

Location

Palmerston

Rate of Pay

$52,974.00 - $119,975.00 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

Required Qualifications

FSL Part 1, Primary

Schedule

Days 2-5 (Full Days)

Effective Date

Immediately - unknown, not to exceed June 26, 2026

Please Note

LTO positions will end if the incumbent returns to work

Vacancy Status

This posting is for an existing vacancy

Responsibilities

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.

Application Details

Ready to make a difference? Candidates are invited to submit their application through . 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 or visit : .

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

While we thank all applicants for their interest in working for the UGDSB, we wish to advise that 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.

Inclusive Recruitment & Hiring

The UGDSB is committed to building a diverse staff that is reflective of the community and students we serve. We actively encourage applications from groups who have historically and / or currently experienced marginalization and / 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
• 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 inclusive, equitable environments where everyone can participate, thrive, and reach their potential. To learn more, please visit .

Accommodation & Accessibility

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

Applicant Self-Identification Questions

The UGDSB is committed to fair and equitable hiring practices. As part of this commitment, we collect voluntary self-identification data to achieve an inclusive, diverse and representative workforce. The data aims to identify and remove barriers for equity-deserving communities at each stage of the hiring process.

Access to this information is restricted to People, Leadership and Culture (Human Resources). Personal information on this form is collected under the Anti-Racism Act, 2017, S.O. 2017, c. 15 in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. M.56. The UGDSB is committed to respecting the privacy of our staff, students and applicants. To learn more, please visit .

People, Leadership, and Culture (Human Resources) will use aggregate data from all forms (not individual data) for internal reporting. For more information on Human Rights at UGDSB, please visit.

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19-Dec-25

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