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The Â鶹ԭ´´ Essex County District School Board recognizes the value of attracting, recruiting, and retaining our valuable staff.  We are committed to creating and sustaining an ethical, inclusive, caring, and safe work environment through recruitment and promotion practices that are equitable, transparent and support the Board’s Strategic Plan.

The Â鶹ԭ´´ Essex County District School Board is committed to recruiting and promoting candidates based on qualifications, experiences and the demonstration of values which align with the Board’s mission and vision.

The Â鶹ԭ´´ Essex County District School Board’s Recruitment Strategy is committed to creating a diverse pool of applicants by exploring programs that help attract candidates from traditionally disadvantaged groups (i.e. Indigenous peoples and those from equity-seeking groups). The Board will do this through job posting advertisements, social media, and via community networks and associations.

Career Opportunities will be posted on the external website under the Careers section.  The job postings include qualifications, duties, nature and scope of the job, start and end dates, salary and an equity, diversity and accommodation statement.  The equity, diversity and accommodation statement encourages applications from equity-seeking groups and ensures that job applicants understand that accommodations will be provided based on any human rights protected ground.

If hired into a position with the GECDSB, new hires will be required to provide a Police Records Check, a signed copy of the GECDSB Confidentiality Agreement,​ and agree to the terms and conditions outlined as an employee of the Â鶹ԭ´´ Essex County District School Board.​

As a condition of employment with Â鶹ԭ´´ Essex County District School Board, all successful candidates will be required to provide a satisfactory police record check. In addition to the satisfactory police record check one may be required to obtain a police record check that includes a Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC).  This check is required where an individual is in a position of trust or authority over vulnerable persons, including students.  Prospective employees may not commence employment until the appropriate police screening documentation is received by the Human Resources Department.  Costs incurred in obtaining the PVSC is the responsibility of the candidate.

The Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC) can be completed through the candidate's local police jurisdiction.  

The Board will accept satisfactory PVSC’s that name another school board and other employers (i.e. daycare centres, OCT, and employers that would require a police check for vulnerable persons) in Ontario and obtained within the last six (6) months.

Temporary Student Support Worker

The Â鶹ԭ´´ Essex County District School Board invites application packages from persons qualified for the position of Temporary Student Support Worker. 

 Responsibilities:

• Must be available for day-to-day casual replacement and long-term assignments at various school locations throughout the City of Windsor and Essex County.
• Support teacher(s) with the preparation of learning materials necessary to assist identified students.
• Ensure the safety and supervision of students by using proper lifting techniques.
• Implement Behaviour Management Systems (BMS) in compliance with Board Policy and training.
• Provide supervision of identified students in and around the school.
• Support and ensure the dignity of students with their personal needs.
• Demonstrate a commitment to and documented success in working to create a fair, inclusive, anti-racist environment for all stakeholders, and to supporting diverse constituencies and populations.
• To work in consultation with the school-based team, implement and monitor programs that have been developed which support academic/cognitive skills, social skills, gross and fine motor abilities, communication skills and vocational skills.
• Assume other duties/responsibilities related to student needs as determined by the Principal.

Rate of Pay: $21.89- $29.91 an hour, plus 4% vacation pay.

Qualifications: 

• Applicants must possess a minimum of a Grade 12 Diploma.
• Preference will be given to those applicants holding certificates from an accredited college for the successful completion of the following programs:

o Educational Assistant Diploma

o American Sign Language and Deaf Studies or American Sign Language Interpreter

o Developmental Service Worker

o Child and Youth Care

o Early Childhood Educator

• Experience and/or other related specialized training and/or certification in field.
• Possess demonstrable experience and competence in dealing with special needs students in a school or residential setting.

Qualified candidates are invited to apply in writing, giving full particulars as to education, qualifications and experience by visiting www.applytoeducation.com. Please note there is no fee to apply for this position. You must apply under the actual job posting number 293492. In support of the Board’s signed Indigenous Protocol, applicants of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit descent may apply to [email protected]. In support of the Board's Dismantling Anti-Black Racism Strategy, applicants who identify as Black may apply
to [email protected] Please choose one submission method only. No other form of application will be accepted from external candidates.

 The Â鶹ԭ´´ Essex County District School Board actively encourage applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including, but not limited to:

• First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples;
• members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, colour, religion and/or spiritual beliefs, or place of origin;
• persons with visible and/or invisible (physical and/or mental) disabilities;
• persons who identify as women; and
• persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions.

We recognize that many of these identities intersect and therefore, equity, diversity and inclusion can be complex. We value and respect the contributions that each person brings to enriching the Board and are committed to ensuring full and equal participation for all in communities that we serve.
We will make the necessary accommodations for applicants to support all aspects of the recruitment process. Please contact the Human Resources Department if you require assistance with any accommodations.

Temporary Information Technology Technician

The Â鶹ԭ´´ Essex County District School Board invites applications from persons with the required qualifications
for the temporary Bargaining Unit position of Temporary Information Technology Technician. 

All successful applicants will be required to be available for day-to-day casual replacement and long-term assignments at various locations throughout Essex County and the City of Windsor.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a Computer/Information Technology program at an accredited college or university.
• Minimum of 3 years work-related experience, of which 1-2 years is in network, software, and troubleshooting, and resolution specific in PC platform.
• Experience in Mac platform is considered an asset.
• Good communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to work independently as well as participate as a team member.
• A valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle for travel throughout Essex County is necessary.
• Demonstrate a commitment to and documented success in working to create a fair, inclusive, anti-racist environment for all stakeholders, and to supporting diverse constituencies and population.

Duties

• Installation and upgrades of various hardware, software and operating system components for the desktop workstations, servers and peripherals.
• Troubleshooting and maintenance of local area networks.
• Performance of related administrative tasks, such as daily updating of the call log.
• Performing other related duties as assigned.

Salary

• $25.99 hourly rate

Qualified candidates are invited to apply in writing, giving full particulars as to education, qualifications and experience by visiting . Please note there is no fee to apply for this position. You must apply under the actual job posting number 293490. In support of the Board’s signed Indigenous Protocol, applicants of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit descent may apply to [email protected]. Please choose one submission method only. No other form of application will be accepted from external candidates

The Â鶹ԭ´´ Essex County District School Board actively encourage applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including, but not limited to:

• First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples;
• members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, colour, religion and/or spiritual beliefs, or place of origin;
• persons with visible and/or invisible (physical and/or mental) disabilities;
• persons who identify as women; and
• persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions.

We recognize that many of these identities intersect and therefore, equity, diversity and inclusion can be complex. We value and respect the contributions that each person brings to enriching the Board and are committed to ensuring full and equal participation for all in communities that we serve.

The Â鶹ԭ´´ Essex County District School Board (GECDSB) complies with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and as such, is committed to providing accommodations for employees and applicants with disabilities. Should you require an accommodation for a disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please contact the Human Resources Department to whom you are submitting your application. Further, should you be selected to proceed in the hiring process, please let the Human Resources Department know the required accommodations, prior to your interview. This will ensure that the appropriate accommodation(s) are in place prior to your interview and prior to your potential employment with the GECDSB.

Replacement Custodians

All applicants applying for the position will be required to be available for day-to-day assignments for the afternoon and the day shift at various locations throughout Essex County and the City of Windsor. These are CUPE 27 Bargaining Unit positions.

Qualifications

• An Ontario Secondary School Diploma.
• Previous cleaning experience within a school or commercial building (asset)
• Ability to operate equipment and machinery
• Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form 
• A satisfactory Police Clearance
• Demonstrate a commitment to and documented success in working to create a fair, inclusive, anti-racist environment for all stakeholders, and to supporting diverse constituencies and populations.
  

Salary

• $20.11 hourly rate

Qualified candidates are invited to apply in writing, giving full particulars as to education, qualifications and experience to  under job posting: 293516 (ECE, EA/TA/ERW, Clerical, Secretarial, Administrative, Custodians). Please note there is no fee to apply to this position. In support of the Board's signed Indigenous Protocol, applicants of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit descent may apply to [email protected]. Please choose one submission method only. No other form of application will be accepted from external candidates.

The Â鶹ԭ´´ Essex County District School Board actively encourage applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including, but not limited to:

• First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples;
• members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, colour, religion and/or spiritual beliefs, or place of origin;
• persons with visible and/or invisible (physical and/or mental) disabilities;
• persons who identify as women; and
• persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions.

We recognize that many of these identities intersect and therefore, equity, diversity and inclusion can be complex. We value and respect the contributions that each person brings to enriching the Board and are committed to ensuring full and equal participation for all in communities that we serve.

The Â鶹ԭ´´ Essex County District School Board (GECDSB) complies with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and as such, is committed to providing accommodations for employees and applicants with disabilities. Should you require an accommodation for a disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please contact the Human Resources Department to whom you are submitting your application. Further, should you be selected to proceed in the hiring process, please let the Human Resources Department know the required accommodations, prior to your interview. This will ensure that the appropriate accommodation(s) are in place prior to your interview and prior to your potential employment with the GECDSB.

Occasional Clerical Worker

All applicants applying for any of the occasional/temporary support positions listed below will be required to be available for day-to-day casual replacement assignments at various locations throughout Essex County and the City of Windsor.

Preference will be given to those applicants who possess the following:

• ​A minimum of a 2-year community college diploma in Secretarial/Business Administration.

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in a secretarial role.

• Advanced level of proficiency in utilizing software applications in a Windows environment.

• A satisfactory Police Clearance

• ​Strong organizational skills.

• The ability to articulate and receive/present ideas effectively in oral and written form.

• Demonstrate a commitment to and documented success in working to create a fair, inclusive, anti-racist environment for all stakeholders, and to supporting diverse constituencies and populations.
  

Salary

• $20.11 hourly rate

Qualified candidates are invited to apply in writing, giving full particulars as to education, qualifications and experience by visiting . Please note, there is no fee to apply for this position. You must apply under the actual job posting number 293496 .  In support of the Board's signed Indigenous Protocol, applicants of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit descent may apply to [email protected]. Please choose one submission method only. No other form of application will be accepted from external candidates.

The Â鶹ԭ´´ Essex County District School Board actively encourage applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including, but not limited to:

• First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples;
• members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, colour, religion and/or spiritual beliefs, or place of origin;
• persons with visible and/or invisible (physical and/or mental) disabilities;
• persons who identify as women; and
• persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions.

We recognize that many of these identities intersect and therefore, equity, diversity and inclusion can be complex. We value and respect the contributions that each person brings to enriching the Board and are committed to ensuring full and equal participation for all in communities that we serve.

The Â鶹ԭ´´ Essex County District School Board (GECDSB) complies with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and as such, is committed to providing accommodations for employees and applicants with disabilities. Should you require an accommodation for a disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please contact the Human Resources Department to whom you are submitting your application. Further, should you be selected to proceed in the hiring process, please let the Human Resources Department know the required accommodations, prior to your interview. This will ensure that the appropriate accommodation(s) are in place prior to your interview and prior to your potential employment with the GECDSB.             

Temporary Student Support Worker

The Â鶹ԭ´´ Essex County District School Board invites application packages from persons qualified for the position of Temporary Student Support Worker. 

Responsibilities 

• Must be available for day-to-day casual replacement and long-term assignments at various school locations throughout the City of Windsor and Essex County.
• Support teacher(s) with the preparation of learning materials necessary to assist identified students.
• Ensure the safety and supervision of students by using proper lifting techniques.
• Implement Behaviour Management Systems (BMS) in compliance with Board Policy and training.
• Provide supervision of identified students in and around the school.
• Support and ensure the dignity of students with their personal needs.
• Demonstrate a commitment to and documented success in working to create a fair, inclusive, anti-racist environment for all stakeholders, and to supporting diverse constituencies and populations.
• To work in consultation with the school-based team, implement and monitor programs that have been developed which support academic/cognitive skills, social skills, gross and fine motor abilities, communication skills and vocational skills.
•  Assume other duties/responsibilities related to student needs as determined by the Principal.

Rate of Pay

• $21.89- $29.91 an hour, plus 4% vacation pay

Qualifications 

• Applicants must possess a minimum of a Grade 12 Diploma.
• Preference will be given to those applicants holding certificates from an accredited college for the successful completion of the following programs:
  • Educational Assistant Diploma
  • American Sign Language and Deaf Studies or American Sign Language Interpreter
  • Developmental Service Worker
  • Child and Youth Care
  • Early Childhood Educator
• Experience and/or other related specialized training and/or certification in field.
• Possess demonstrable experience and competence in dealing with special needs students in a school or residential setting.

Qualified candidates are invited to apply in writing, giving full particulars as to education, qualifications and experience by visiting www.applytoeducation.com. Please note there is no fee to apply for this position. You must apply under the actual job posting number 293492. In support of the Board’s signed Indigenous Protocol, applicants of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit descent may apply to [email protected]a. In support of the Board's Dismantling Anti-Black Racism Strategy, applicants who identify as Black may apply
to [email protected] Please choose one submission method only. No other form of application will be accepted from external candidates.

The Â鶹ԭ´´ Essex County District School Board actively encourage applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including, but not limited to:

• First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples;
• members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, colour, religion and/or spiritual beliefs, or place of origin;
• persons with visible and/or invisible (physical and/or mental) disabilities;
• persons who identify as women; and
• persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions.

We recognize that many of these identities intersect and therefore, equity, diversity and inclusion can be complex. We value and respect the contributions that each person brings to enriching the Board and are committed to ensuring full and equal participation for all in communities that we serve.
We will make the necessary accommodations for applicants to support all aspects of the recruitment process. Please contact the Human Resources Department if you require assistance with any accommodations.

Temporary Support Staff – Support Worker for Deaf and Hard of Hearing

The Â鶹ԭ´´ Essex County District School Board invites applications from qualified individuals for the position of Temporary Support Staff - Support Worker for Deaf and Hard of Hearing to be effective as soon as possible.  All applicants applying for this occasional/temporary support position will be required to be available for day-to-day casual replacement assignments at various locations throughout Essex County and the City of Windsor.

Duties

The successful applicant, under the direction of the School Principal and/or his/her designate, will:

• Provide oral and sign interpreting services to facilitate and augment communication for identified students.
• Facilitate communication in and around the school for identified students.
• Support the learning and special needs of identified students.
• Participate in the maintenance of specialized equipment.
• Support the communication with parents/guardians.
• Record daily observations and provide feedback to school administration and school-based team about student progress
• Participate in the development and implementation of the student's IEP goals in consultation with teachers, administration and Special Education Services personnel.
• Assume other duties/responsibilities specifically related to the functions of students on caseload as determined by the Principal and Superintendent of Education/Special Education Services.

Qualifications

•  Successful completion of a Communicator's Certificate program from a recognized college.
•  Preference will be given to applicants holding Interpretor Training Program certification.
•  A demonstrated aptitude and competence in sign language.
•  Preference will be given to applicants with demonstrated aptitude and competence in working with special needs individuals in an educational or residential setting. 
• Demonstrate a commitment to and documented success in working to create a fair, inclusive, anti-racist environment for all stakeholders, and to supporting diverse constituencies and populations. 

Qualified candidates are invited to apply in writing, giving full particulars as to education, qualifications and experience by visiting . Please note, there is no fee to apply for this position. You must apply under the actual job posting number 645435.  

In support of the Board’s signed Indigenous Protocol, applicants of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit descent may apply to [email protected]a. In support of the Board's Dismantling Anti-Black Racism Strategy, applicants who identify as Black may apply to [email protected] Please choose one submission method only. No other form of application will be accepted from external candidates.

Salary Range

• $21.89- $29.91 an hour, plus 4% vacation pay

The Â鶹ԭ´´ Essex County District School Board actively encourage applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including, but not limited to:

• First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples;
• members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, colour, religion and/or spiritual beliefs, or place of origin;
• persons with visible and/or invisible (physical and/or mental) disabilities;
• persons who identify as women; and
• persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions.

We recognize that many of these identities intersect and therefore, equity, diversity and inclusion can be complex. We value and respect the contributions that each person brings to enriching the Board and are committed to ensuring full and equal participation for all in communities that we serve.

The Â鶹ԭ´´ Essex County District School Board (GECDSB) complies with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and as such, is committed to providing accommodations for employees and applicants with disabilities. Should you require an accommodation for a disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please contact the Human Resources Department to whom you are submitting your application. Further, should you be selected to proceed in the hiring process, please let the Human Resources Department know the required accommodations, prior to your interview. This will ensure that the appropriate accommodation(s) are in place prior to your interview and prior to your potential employment with the GECDSB.