Elementary Long Term Occasional (LTO) Music/Transitions Teacher (100%)

Role summary

The York Region District School Board is hiring for an Elementary Long Term Occasional assignment in Music/Transitions at 100% FTE in Markham, Ontario. This assignment may continue through June 29, 2027. The Board describes the role as an opportunity to contribute to student success in public education while working in a supportive teaching environment.

Compensation

Pay is aligned with the current ETFO Elementary Teacher Collective Agreement and will be prorated according to full-time equivalency, QECO rating, and years of experience, subject to the applicable collective agreement terms.

• A1-A2 (Steps 0-10): $57,269 to $102,938
• A3-A4 (Steps 0-10): $63,855 to $120,384

How to apply

Applications must be submitted online to the Recruitment Team. Direct submissions to hiring managers will not be accepted or acknowledged. For questions about the posting, the principal can be reached by email.

Applicants for Long Term Occasional postings must register through Apply to Education and submit their online application before the closing date. All postings close at 11:30 p.m. on the stated closing date. Once the application is submitted successfully, a pop-up confirmation and a follow-up email are issued, and the application will appear under the applicant's 'Jobs Applied To' history in the ATE profile.

Qualifications and screening

Candidates must already be members in good standing with the Ontario College of Teachers, or be in the process of becoming OCT qualified before the start date. External applicants are expected to provide at least three professional supervisory teaching references in the screening section of the application. Internal YRDSB employees must include all prior teaching experience and provide two references, one of which must be a YRDSB administrator. Successful candidates must also provide a satisfactory police record check.

Reference guidance

• References may include a principal or vice-principal who has supervised your teaching.
• A faculty advisor, coordinator, or practicum advisor who has observed your classroom practice may be used.
• A host or mentor teacher who has supervised your teaching in an elementary or secondary setting may also be appropriate.
• Another professional reference who can speak to your teaching practice is also acceptable.

Equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility

The Board states that it is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion and aims to hire staff who reflect the communities it serves. It values respectful collaboration across differences and seeks candidates with strong racial literacy and a commitment to anti-racism, anti-oppression, and the creation of identity-affirming spaces.

Applications are strongly encouraged from people who face historical or current barriers, including Indigenous peoples; African, Black and Black Caribbean peoples; South Asian, East Asian, Southeast Asian, Middle East/West Asian, and Latino/Hispanic communities; people who experience discrimination based on race, ancestry, colour, religion, spiritual beliefs, or place of origin; people with visible or invisible disabilities; women; and people of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions.

The Board also confirms that it will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring process in accordance with the Human Rights Code. Candidates may request accommodation in advance of any stage of recruitment, and such information will be handled confidentially. If already employed by YRDSB and supported by Disability Management, candidates should advise their case manager so accommodation needs can be considered in the new role.

Selection notes

Applications are reviewed centrally by Human Resource Services and assessed against the education, experience, and qualifications listed in the posting and job description. Only applicants who meet the criteria will move forward in the selection process. The personnel file of internal applicants will also be reviewed.

Additional information

• This LTO assignment may be extended until June 29, 2027.
• All applications are screened centrally at the Education Centre in Aurora.