Our staff members are the backbone of our system. Becoming a part of the TDSB team means joining a talented community of educators and support staff dedicated to enriching the lives of all students and helping them to achieve success.The TDSB is one of the largest and most culturally diverse school boards in Canada, with approximately 246,000 students in 584 schools and approximately 40,000 employees. We offer a dynamic, challenging work environment and unmatched career opportunities for our staff.Please review the information provided and explore the exciting career possibilities the TDSB has to offer as we continue to establish ourselves as the leading school board of the new millennium.We strive to meet the accommodation needs of persons with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to make their needs for accommodation known in advance during the application process.Job DescriptionCasual Non-Union POSTED: October 6, 2026DEADLINE: 5:00 p.M. October 20, 2026Articling Student (1 Position)Legal ServicesCasual Non-Union (10 Month Term)Salary: $73,837 annual (Prorated based on Articling Term)(plus 7.4% in lieu of vacation & statutory holidays)Overall PurposeToronto District School Board (TDSB) invites applications for one articling student position for the 2027/28 articling term. Our articling student program is 10 months in length and usually begins in July/August and ends in May/June each year.TDSB offers a robust articling student program that provides the opportunity to develop legal skills in a supportive and cooperative environment. Students play a key role in supporting the work of TDSB Legal Services, in the areas of:educationhuman rightscorporate/commercialprivacylabour and employmentconstruction and procurement lawSummary of DutiesThroughout their articles, students will have the opportunity to have independent carriage of files and work with counsel on complex legal matters,



including:draft court documents, including pleadings, facta, and affidavitsengage in internal investigations and prepare reportsassist with witness preparationattend mediations and hearingsdraft contractsapply policies and proceduresadvise administrators and senior team on a variety of legal issuesengage in legal research and draft memorandaQualificationseligibility for articles, in accordance with the requirements of the Law Society of Ontarioan interest in public lawability to draft correspondence and legal documentsstrong time management and organizational skillsability to work effectively on multiple concurrent projects under strict timelinesenjoy working independently, with minimal direct supervisionstrong research, writing and oral communication skillsworking knowledge of online legal research toolsSpecial Requirementsrequires some travel to schools and TDSB sites, law offices, courts, tribunals,ability and willingness to work extended hours (evenings/weekends) as requiredAdditional InformationHours of Work: 35 hoursWork Term: 10 monthsApplication ProcessApplications must include the following:resumeundergraduate and law school transcriptswriting sample (max. 5 pages)Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Applications will not be acknowledged in writing.TDSB receives and reviews applications and interviews applicants in accordance with the guidelines and rules established by the Law Society of Ontario. Please refer to the Law Society of Ontario for more information.We strive to meet the accommodation needs of persons with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to make their needs for accommodation known in advance during the hiring process.The TDSB follows a hybrid work structure where some employees may be able to work remotely at times, based on operational requirements. Please refer to Policy P103, Flexible Working Arrangements for more information.

📌 Articling Student (Casual) (Toronto)
🏢 Toronto District School Board
📍 Toronto