Permanent Teacher, Grade 1/2

Position Overview

Durham District School Board is looking for a permanent teacher to support a Grade 1/2 classroom in Whitby, Ontario. In this role, you will help build an engaging, encouraging, and inclusive learning space where students can succeed academically and personally.

About the School Board

Durham District School Board serves more than 80,000 students across diverse communities. The board emphasizes collaboration, innovation, inclusion, and employee growth while promoting a workplace where contributions make a meaningful difference for students and the wider community.

Key Duties

• Plan and teach lessons that are lively, developmentally appropriate, and aligned with the curriculum.
• Track student learning and growth through assessment, observation, and ongoing feedback.
• Foster a classroom atmosphere that is respectful, welcoming, and supportive of every learner.
• Work with fellow staff, families, and the broader community to strengthen student success.
• Adjust instruction, resources, and teaching strategies to meet varied student needs.

Qualifications and Role Details

• Primary qualifications are required.
• This is a 1.0 FTE assignment.
• The teaching assignment is for Grades 1 and 2.
• You must hold an Ontario College of Teachers certificate in good standing.
• Placement on the elementary permanent salary grid will be based on QECO rating and teaching experience, and pay will be adjusted pro-rata to match the FTE.

Additional Requirements

• A current Criminal Background Check with vulnerable sector screening must be provided after hire.
• External candidates may require up to 10 working days for processing, which may affect the start date.

Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility

The board is committed to Indigenous rights, equity, accessibility, and a respectful hiring process. Applicants from varied backgrounds and experiences are encouraged to apply. If accommodation is needed during recruitment, support can be arranged.

Land Acknowledgement

The board recognizes that its schools and offices are located on lands with longstanding Indigenous relationships and acknowledges the traditional and treaty territories of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation, the Mississauga Peoples, and the Chippewas of Georgina Island First Nation.

Why Join

This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a collaborative and inclusive environment where your work can positively shape student learning and community well-being.