Job Title: Contract Elementary Teacher

Job Type: Permanent (6.03)

Required Qualifications: French as a Second Language

Location: Dr. Emily Stowe Public School, (71 Sandringham Drive Courtice L1E 1W8)

Start Date: As soon as possible

Posting Closing Date: September 30, 2026 ; 2:00PM EST/EDT

Schedule: Day 1-3 (8:40-10:40), Day 4 - (8:40-10:00)

Rate of Pay: The salary grid rate for this position is based on QECO rating ('A' rating) and experience. The annual salary is prorated based on FTE. Salary Grids can be found within the applicable under Local Article L11.04. The current grid rate is effective September 1, 2025.

Reason: This posting is for an existing vacancy within our organization

This position is part of a unionized environment

Who We Are

The Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board (KPR) offers a world-class education for approximately 35,000 students in 87 schools. Spanning over 7,000 square kilometers, across diverse rural and urban communities in southeastern Ontario. KPR serves the Municipality of Clarington, Northumberland and Peterborough Counties, and City of Quinte West/Murray Ward.

The Board is situated on the traditional territory of the Michi Saagiig Anishinaabeg people, serving three vibrant Indigenous communities which include Alderville First Nation, Curve Lake First Nation and Hiawatha First Nation.

Today, the Kawartha Pine Ridge school district is home to many First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples and we acknowledge the contributions and accomplishments of all Indigenous people across Turtle Island, current and throughout history.

All positions in the Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board support the schools’ priority of student achievement and the Board’s mission to educate our students to excel in learning, to succeed in life and to enrich our communities.

Employees demonstrate empathy and respect in all interactions, are committed to service excellence, and embrace change through innovation.

We offer eligible employees a comprehensive employee pension (OTPP) and benefit package upon start date, a commitment to ongoing learning, and an exceptional work environment.

Qualifications Required

In Good Standing with the Ontario College of Teachers or; Good Standing with Terms, Conditions or Limitations (Transitional Certificate).
A police record check, with a Vulnerable Sector Search and Pardoned Sexual Offenders Database Search dated within 6 months prior to the date of hire, is a requirement for employment.

This regular position is posted and filled in accordance with the Elementary Teachers' Collective Agreement.

How To Apply

Interested applicants are invited to submit a cover letter and resume through our online portal, Apply to Education (ATE), by the closing date to be considered for this opportunity.
If you have any questions regarding this position, please reach out to elementary_staffing@kprdsb.ca to discuss further.
We thank you for your interest in working at Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board, at this time, we will only be contacting candidates who are selected to move forward in the recruitment process.

Our Commitment

Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board is committed to a qualified workforce that is representative of the diversity of the people of Ontario and across the communities we serve. We welcome applications from candidates with diverse background and lived experiences as a member of a marginalized group, including but not limited to:

First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples;
Members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, colour, religion and/or spiritual beliefs, or place of origin;
Persons with visible and/or invisible (physical and/or mental) disabilities;
Persons who identify as women; and
Persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions.

Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board is 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.

Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information about what this means in our organization, please refer to our website at (see "Careers" section).

Jaine Klassen JeningaChairperson of the Board

Rita RussoDirector of Education

Mark LoyaSuperintendent of Human Resource Services, People & Culture

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Responsibilities

The teacher will provide Core French instruction to elementary students at Dr. Emily Stowe Public School. They are responsible for supporting student achievement and fostering an inclusive learning environment.

Requirements

Candidates must be in good standing with the Ontario College of Teachers and possess French as a Second Language qualifications. A successful police record check with a vulnerable sector search is required for employment.

Skills

Core French
Classroom management
Lesson planning
Student assessment
French language instruction
Communication
Collaboration

Benefits

Employee pension
Benefit package
Ongoing learning

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

Elementary Education
Core French
Ontario College of Teachers
FSL
Contract Teacher
Public School
Student Achievement
Vulnerable Sector Search
Teaching
Education
Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board
Pedagogy
Curriculum Delivery

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