We are accepting applications for the Certified (OCT) Elementary Occasional Roster for the 2024/2025 school year.
The Durham District School Board (DDSB) is responsible for public education in the rural settings of Uxbridge, Brock and Scugog Townships and the urban settings of Ajax, Whitby, Pickering, and Oshawa. The DDSB employs 10,000 staff in a wide variety of roles and is one of the largest employers in Durham Region. With 136 elementary and secondary schools and learning centers, the DDSB accommodates more than 79,000 regular day students and thousands more who take advantage of a wide variety of continuing education and adult credit courses.
The DDSB recognizes Indigenous rights are distinct. In the exercise of those rights, Indigenous staff and students shall not be subjected to actions with the aim or effect of depriving these distinct rights.
The DDSB is committed to learning and working environments that center human rights and equity and that are safe, welcoming, respectful, equitable, accessible, inclusive and free from discrimination, oppression, harassment and harm.
Occasional teachers accept assignments within our board that could last one day to several days in multiple schools. Our Occasional teachers are essential to ensure learning continues in the classrooms when staff are absent.
The Occasional Roster is a great way to get to know the school communities in DDSB.
When applying for any teaching position with the DDSB, please include the following:
Upon hire:
The DDSB is committed to:
The DDSB will implement fair, consistent and transparent hiring procedures and practices to attract, recruit and retain a qualified and diverse work force that:
To support these commitments, the DDSB will adhere to teacher hiring qualifications and requirements and, when selecting and evaluating qualified applicants, will also consider:
The DDSB is committed to equity and inclusion in the recruitment and hiring of qualified staff who reflect the diversity of our region. We encourage submissions from candidates who represent the various dimensions of diversity. We are 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.
Thank you for your interest in DDSB. While we appreciate your application, only candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.
The Durham District School Board (DDSB) serves over 80,000 students across Ajax, Brock, Oshawa, Pickering, Scugog, Uxbridge, and Whitby, offering diverse urban and rural opportunities to make an impact. Committed to equity, human rights, and Indigenous rights, DDSB fosters learning and working environments that are welcoming, inclusive, and free from discrimination and harm. Through cutting-edge technology, innovative practices, and a focus on diversity, DDSB ensures everyone feels valued and supported.
At DDSB, we believe in empowering success for all. Whether you’re teaching, leading, or supporting behind the scenes, we offer the tools, positive work environments, and leadership opportunities to help you thrive. By celebrating uniqueness and embracing innovation, DDSB provides an inspiring space to ignite your career while shaping the future of education.