The Durham District School Board acknowledges that many Indigenous Nations have longstanding relationships, both historic and modern, with the territories upon which our school board and schools are located. Today, this area is home to many Indigenous peoples from across Turtle Island. We acknowledge that the Durham Region forms a part of the traditional and treaty territory of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation, the Mississauga Peoples and the treaty territory of the Chippewas of Georgina Island First Nation. It is on these ancestral and treaty lands that we teach, live and learn.

This statement was co-created in partnership with the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation and the Chippewas of Georgina Island.

As an After School Tutor for Self-Identified Indigenous Students for DDSB, you’ll create a vibrant and supportive learning environment where students thrive. You’ll bring your passion for teaching to the classroom, guiding students through their educational journey and fostering a love for learning.

After School Tutoring for Self-Identified Indigenous Students (K - 12) Training Dates : Beginning first week of September for any educator wanting to be added to the repository list of available tutors for Self-Identified Indigenous Students (Date and time TBA)

Programming dates: To be established once an appropriate tutor has been matched with an Indigenous student. Mutually agreed upon dates, times, and locations (in person or virtual) depending on student’s needs and family requests.

After School Tutoring through in-person sessions only.

The Indigenous Ed Department in the Durham District School Board strives to support and uphold distinct rights for Self-Identified Indigenous students relative to academic achievement as outlined in the Indigenous Education Policy and Procedure. Teachers are invited to apply and be a part of a repository of DDSB tutors who can tutor students for short- or long-term periods of time based on student needs and family requests. Teachers hired for this tutoring repository will facilitate student learning one on one tutoring activities that are based on relevant aspects of UDL and that support the students’ individual needs and learning styles.

Teachers selected for this program will provide learning environments that promote student well-being in anti-oppressive, inclusive, equitable, and accessible ways and must be a part of the orientation training in October 2024 to support students.

Tutors will be matched to students based on their subject and age preferences and are asked to highlight their areas of preference in their cover letter (i.e. division, grade, subject area, course code etc., please be as specific as possible as this will assist in the matching of students and tutors)

Responsibilities

• Implement individualized tutoring plans, with flexibility to differentiate as needed for participating students
• Actively engage with centrally assigned Indigenous coaches/facilitators to support ongoing programming as needed
• Assess and monitor individual student gains from beginning to the conclusion of the program using centrally provided assessment tools, and provide a summary of this data using a provided template
• Take attendance and maintain attendance records
• Communication and engage with parents/guardians

Skills

• Familiarity with UDL assessments and how to program, assess and modify for students as needed.
• High impact practices including facilitating conversations, problem solving tasks and experiences, direct instruction, tools and representations, flexible small group instruction, consolidation tasks/approaches
• Socio-emotional well being, mental health strategies and physical well being
• Differentiated Instruction
• Acadience training
• Elementary literacy and numeracy experience
• Special education experience

Qualifications

• Ontario College of Teacher’s Certificate of Qualification
• Current DDSB permanent or occasional teacher
• Either of the following: Intermediate and Senior Math, Science and English, Reading AQ, part 1, 2 or Specialist and French qualifications.

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Equity and Inclusion The Durham District School Board recognizes Indigenous rights are distinct. In the exercise of those rights, Indigenous staff and students shall not be subjected to actions with the aim or effect of depriving these distinct rights.

The DDSB is dedicated to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all. We are committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve and encourage applications from candidates who bring a variety of experiences and backgrounds. We adhere to fair, transparent hiring practices and are committed to equity and accessibility throughout the recruitment process. If you need accommodation during the application process, please let us know, and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Ignite Your Career At the Durham District School Board (DDSB), we inspire the lives of over 80,000 students. Our diverse communities are places where your impact will be felt every day.

Picture yourself in a workplace where your ideas are celebrated, and your growth is a top priority. Here, collaboration and innovation thrive. Whether you're directly inspiring young minds or providing essential support behind the scenes, your contributions will have a meaningful impact on students and the community.

We welcome you to bring your experiences, your passions, and your talents to our inclusive community. Join us and be part of a team that values your well-being as much as your contributions. Ignite your potential at DDSB and help us make a difference, one student at a time.