Opening date:2026-07-31
Closing date:2026-08-21

ELEMENTARY TEACHERS' FEDERATION OF ONTARIO

INVITES APPLICATIONS FOR THE POSITION OF

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT

PROFESSIONAL LEARNING/CURRICULUM SERVICES (.5)

AND EQUITY AND WOMEN'S SERVICES (.5)

The Executive Assistant is a Staff Officer responsible for assisting members and locals, working with committees, and developing and administering Federation programs, services, and policies.

The successful candidate will meet many of the following criteria:

- Detailed knowledge of public policy and the education system in Ontario and in Canada and a solid knowledge of relevant statutes and regulatory provisions
- Demonstrated knowledge of curriculum development, instruction, and equity and social justice issues
- Demonstrated experience in the development, implementation and delivery of professional learning programs and initiating and administering system-wide programs through an anti-oppressive lens
- An ability to analyze and summarize complex information into understandable, user-friendly, relevant explanations
- Proven experience leading teams and collaborating with team members
- Commitment to the labour movement and an understanding of the impact unions have on society
- A practical knowledge of the operation of a provincial teachers' federation with a demonstrated understanding of ETFO's policies and procedures related to skilled learning, and equity and social justice
- Proven leadership in developing and implementing equity and social justice initiatives
- Engagement with progressive community groups and social justice organizations

Role responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the organization, development, and delivery of equity and social justice programs. The role will also focus on analyzing the barriers to involvement, engagement,



and leadership in ETFO and working toward the removal of those barriers.

Preferred qualifications of candidates include:

- A Certificate of Qualification to teach in Ontario
- A Master's degree or equivalent in education
- Excellent oral communication, writing, administrative and interpersonal skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Exceptionally detail-oriented, organized, and collaborative
- Five years of successful employment experience with specialization in education-related public policy and analysis
- A commitment to maintaining high-quality publicly funded education

The successful candidate must be a self-motivated, high-performing leader able to work cooperatively and collaboratively with others.

Candidates shall have a clearly defined philosophy of the role of the Elementary Teachers' Federation of Ontario within the Ontario education community and be prepared to undertake such duties as may be determined by the General Secretary.

Applications including a cover letter and resume must be received by midnight Friday, August 21, 2026 quoting posting #202627-01 in your application.

ETFO is an equal-opportunity employer. As such, it encourages groups who have been historically disadvantaged with respect to employment to apply for positions in the Federation. Individuals are encouraged to self-identify.

ETFO is committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier-free. We strive to meet the accommodation needs of persons with disabilities and accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Applicants need to make any accommodation requests for the interview or selection process known in advance by contacting the Human Resources Department at (phone hidden) or .

📌 Executive Assistant - Professional Learning/Curriculum Services (.5) and Equity and Women's Services (.5)
🏢 Elementary Teachers' Federation of Ontario
📍 Ontario