Qualified French Elementary Occasional Teachers

$291.87 Daily Rate

About Hamilton and HWDSB

Hamilton offers a blend of big‐city amenities and small‐town charm, with a vibrant arts and culture scene , diverse neighbourhoods, and beautiful natural landscapes.

The Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board (HWDSB) is committed to decolonizing education, equity, engagement and innovation . We are guided by our vision, Growing Together , the mission that every student experiences a sense of belonging and engages in dynamic learning to reach their potential and build their own future . Our values of Compassion, Dignity, Trust, and Joy guide our daily work and ensure that we honour the unique and distinct identities as well as individualized needs of every student and every staff member at HWDSB. Proudly serving a community of approximately 50,000 students in the City of Hamilton and surrounding area, HWDSB operates across 80 elementary schools, 13 secondary schools and 1 Adult Learning Centre, in addition to providing support and service to approximately 8,800 staff members.

What we Offer:

- We are committed to co-creating and fostering an environment where staff feel safe, valued, and supported. We are continuously striving to support the needs of our distinct and diverse community and actively work to foster and maintain a culture of human rights.
- A holistic Staff Wellness program to support employee well-being in all dimensions of health. All staff as well as their dependents have access to free and confidential supports through our Employee and Family Assistance Provider (EFAP), in addition to many other program components.
- Professional growth and development opportunities designed to support both current and experiences staff in continuous improvement,



such as: Board-run AQ opportunities at a reduced price or fully subsidized. Growing Together – Aspiring Teacher Leaders. A four-part leadership development program designed to empower HWDSB Teachers to enhance their leadership capacities.

About HWDSB French Programs & the Role

HWDSB is an anglophone school board that offers two French programs. Our Core French program begins in Grade 4, with approximately 40 minutes of instruction per class per day. Our French Immersion program begins in Grade 1, with students receiving a minimum of approximately 85 per cent of instruction in French. In French Immersion,Core English instruction begins in Grade 2. Our FI program continues into secondary at 2 sites. We offer a wide range of courses including Math, Science, Geography and History in French. The FI program at HWDSB is a growing program with sites across the district.

The role and responsibilities of an Occasional Elementary French teacher could include, but is not limited to:

- Demonstrate strong understanding of the Ontario Elementary Curriculum and related Ministry documents.
- Plan meaningful learning activities when required , ensuring continuity of instruction in the absence of the regular teacher.
- Use a variety of instructional tools and strategies, including technology, to enhance learning and meet diverse learning styles, strengths, and needs.




- Implement strategies to maintain routines, manage behaviour, and ensure smooth transitions.
- Adapt lessons and materials to support multilingual learners, students with IEPs, BSPs, or SIPs at various readiness levels.
- Utilize effective and engaging assessment and evaluation practices.
- Cultivate a space of belonging by embedding practices of Indigenizing, inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility in classrooms and schools . Done in alignment with HWDSB principles and tools, such as: A commitment to cultivating and nurturing meaningful relationships between HWDSB and the Indigenous Education Circle, as outlined in our Indigenous Education policy. Equity and Anti-Racism, Anti-Oppression resources, such as Learn.Disrupt.Rebuild@HWDSB: Building a Community of Care.
- Communicates clearly and respectfully with students, staff, and community to support understanding and engagement.

Position Requirements/Qualifications:

- Candidates must be certified by the Ontario College of Teachers (in good standing). Candidates with transitional certificates are welcome to apply. French as a Second Language, Part 1, or equivalent and native‐like French fluency are required, along with strong English skills.
- Candidates must hold qualifications to teach within at least two divisions (i.e., Primary/Junior, Junior/Intermediate).
- Availability and commitment to work a minimum of 30 full days per school year.

We encourage using a cover letter as an opportunity to explain how your work, volunteer, and/or lived experience translates to this role.

As a condition of the offer, candidates will be required to provide a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Screen (V

📌 Qualified French Elementary Occasional Teacher (Canada)
🏢 Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board
📍 Canada