Casual Supply Teacher

Location: Highlands Early Learning and Child Care Centre, Emsdale

Employment with the District of Parry Sound Social Services Administration Board offers an opportunity to make a positive contribution to our community. Providing caring human services, we are a forward-thinking organization focused on continuous improvement, employee growth and development, and providing exceptional service. We are dedicated to upholding a respectful and inclusive workplace with PSDSSAB values, supporting our employees, and offering generous compensation.

We also encourage ongoing professional development and a healthy work-life balance.

Overview of the Opportunity

Casual Supply Teachers guide and supervise children enrolled in the Child Care Program in all areas of development, under the direction of the Supervisor and in accordance with the Child Care and Early Years Act and the philosophy of the Directly Operated Child Care program. The Supply Teacher position at Highlands Early Learning and Child Care Centre includes direct interaction with children that can be physically demanding.

This is a coverage position, casual call-in shifts are as required with no guarantee of hours or shifts per pay period.

Required Qualifications Include

- Experience in a related childcare field.
- Secondary School Graduation Diploma.
- Early Childhood Education Diploma and current membership with the College of E.C.E., considered an asset.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to deal professionally with peers and parents in a friendly and cooperative manner.
- Clear Vulnerable Sector Check.
- Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team.
- Knowledge and understanding of all legislation relevant to the position.
- Basic level of computer skills required.
- Ability to travel throughout the District as required.
- Must obtain certification in Standard First Aid,



including Infant and Child CPR, within 3 months of hire.
- Valid immunization or equivalent in accordance with local public health and Child Care Early Years Act.
- Food Handler certification, an asset.

Principal Responsibilities Include

- Support inclusive activities that are stimulating and appropriate to the interests, needs, and ages of the children, in accordance with relevant legislation and current Ministry of Education Pedagogy and curriculum requirements.
- Ensure the health and safety of all children.
- Actively teach and observe children in both a group setting and on an individual basis and participate in the learning process of each child, including indoor and outdoor environments, year-round, in all weather conditions, except during periods of extreme weather.
- Work will include direct interactions with children, which can be physically demanding. This position may be responsible for lifting and carrying children and equipment and may need to spend time sitting on the floor, or child-sized furniture.

A full copy of the , including full qualifications and responsibilities, is available upon request from [email protected]

- Work from home is not available for this position.

Supply Teachers can also select availability for the following locations and programs:

- Early Learning & Child Care Centre (Fairview in Powassan, First Steps in South River, and Waubeek in Parry Sound)
- School-Age Program (Powassan)
- EarlyON Child and Family Centres (Parry Sound,



South River and satellite sites throughout the district)

We are proud to offer the following to our casual employees OMERS Pension with 100% matching contributions, Employee Assistance Program, and professional development.

Starting Wage

$22.89/ hour, as per Collective Agreement, plus 4% vacation pay.

This position qualifies for Wage Enhancement.

Classification

OPSEU – Supply Teachers

Status – Part-time/Casual

This is a vacancy

Please submit a cover letter & resume referencing job ID 26U-43 by November 1, 2026

Attn: Danielle Villeneuve, CHRP, Director of Human Resources, Email: [email protected]

1 Beechwood Drive, Parry Sound, ON P2A 1J2

To view other employment opportunities, visit www.psdssab.org/employment

We thank all applicants for their interest in this position; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Personal information is collected pursuant to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act R.S.O. 1990, c. M.56, and will only be used to determine employment eligibility. Questions about the collection of information may be directed to the Privacy Officer at (phone hidden) Ext. 5264.

The DSSAB welcomes and encourages candidates from First Nations, Métis, and Inuit, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, women, and people with disabilities. The DSSAB is committed to an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process and work environment. In accordance with the AODA, if you require accommodations, please contact the HR department.

As a designated employer under the French Language Services Act, we are committed to providing clients with access to our programs and services in French. Bilingualism is considered an asset for all positions.

Pay: $22.89 per hour

Expected hours: 7.0 per week

Benefits

- Employee assistance program
- On-site parking

Work Location: In person

📌 Casual Supply Teacher (Emsdale)
🏢 PSDSSAB
📍 Emsdale