Teacher of the Deaf – English, Belleville

Job Description

1.0 Permanent position – Sir James Whitney School for the Deaf, Belleville (Secondary program).

Position is available September 1, 2026 to August 31, 2027 (contracts rated under the Provincial Schools Authority).

Do you have an interest in the education of students who are Deaf? Consider bringing your professional expertise to the Provincial and Demonstration Schools Branch. Currently there is an exciting career opportunity available at Sir James Whitney School for the Deaf – Secondary program in Belleville.

Competition #PDSB26-134: Teacher of the Deaf – English Teacher, one (1.0) Permanent position. The position will require intermediate/senior division qualifications.

Qualifications

  • Valid Certificate of Registration and Qualifications from the Ontario College of Teachers (OCT) (if no candidates with an OCT apply, other candidates will be considered);
  • Deaf Specialist / Teaching Students Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing qualification, and/or currently engaged in completing the requirements for the specialist qualification;
  • English – Grades 9–12, intermediate/senior divisions (course codes ENG2D1, ENGB01, ENG1L1);
  • Previous experience teaching would be an asset.

Abilities

  • Demonstrated experience teaching Deaf/hard of hearing students in academic programs and programs for students with multiple exceptionalities;
  • Ability to develop and modify lesson plans, and to create IEPs to effectively teach Deaf students;
  • In-depth knowledge of the principles of teaching Deaf students;
  • Ability to effectively manage a classroom and students using a variety of behavioural management strategies;
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including proficiency in English and American Sign Language (ASL);
  • Ability to apply an in-depth knowledge of bilingual-biliteracy-bicultural education for Deaf students;
  • Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team and with students with multiple exceptionalities.

Location: 350 Dundas Street West, Belleville, Ontario. Area of Search: OPEN.

How to apply: Please submit a cover letter and resume quoting Competition file number PDSB26-134, along with an updated copy of your Ontario College of Teachers Certificate of Registration, no later than 11:59 pm on September 15, 2026 to PSBjobs@ontario.ca.

Applications shall be considered from permanent and replacement teachers in the Provincial Schools Authority Teachers (PSAT) bargaining unit prior to considering external candidates. The successful candidate will be required to provide an original, satisfactory Criminal Reference Check, including Vulnerable Sector Screening.

Closing date: September 15, 2026.

Job Reference #

PDSB26-134

Location Name

Provincial and Demonstration Schools Branch