Emergency Replacement Persons and On-Call Lunchroom Supervisors

Working at the TDSB

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.

The Toronto District School Board adheres to equitable hiring and employment practices. 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 Description

Emergency Replacement Persons

Emergency Replacement Persons (ERPs) are not qualified teachers but individuals who, typically, have expressed an interest in working with students and present with an educational and/or work background that reasonably supports their use for coverage purposes in emergency situations.

Qualifications

ERPs are not certified teachers or pending certification from the Ontario College of Teachers. This includes Transitional and inactive Ontario College of Teacher certifications.

On-Call Replacement Lunchroom Supervisors

Summary of Duties:
Supervision of students while eating lunch.
Provide safe and hygienic environment for students while eating lunch, encourage positive communications and work to minimize conflicts, monitor lunchroom for cleanliness at the beginning and end of the lunch period. Providing assistance with school nutrition programs.

Supervise students in all areas of the yard during the lunch period and assist with the provision of a safe and secure environment. Provide age-appropriate activities/programs as necessary for students.

Keeping the Principal informed of any incidents relating to students daily; and keeping any other records as determined by Principal.

Qualifications:

• Experience working with children and setting up activities and programs that are age-relevant
• A genuine interest in working with students
• Proven record of attendance and punctuality
• Willingness to assume a wide variety of duties
• Ability to communicate in a sensitive, courteous manner with students, parents, staff and the public.
• Ability to work as a team player; and Other related duties as assigned

Assets:
Prior experience working with students; and Current First Aid and CPR certification.

Additional Information

Key points about applying for ERP and LRS positions at TDSB:

Application Process: Interested candidates can apply online through the ERP application process. The application includes a résumé (maximum two pages), and optional reference letters. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that their email address and Principal's or Vice-Principal's email address are entered accurately. Incomplete or inaccurate applications will not be considered.

Application Limit: Only one application per person is accepted each calendar year.

Active Period: All completed applications remain active for one year. Incomplete applications will be removed after 90 days.

Equitable Hiring: The TDSB adheres to equitable hiring and employment practices, striving to meet the accommodation needs of persons with disabilities during the application process.

Optional School Selection: Applicants may choose up to three additional schools where they would like to work. Final placement is at the discretion of each school's Principal.

Recommendation Requirement: A recommendation from a TDSB Principal or Vice Principal is required to complete the application.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Use Disclosure

TDSB uses artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the recruitment process, including the initial review of applications. These tools operate based on predefined criteria and do not make final hiring decisions. If you have questions or concerns about the use of AI in the recruitment process, please contact [email protected].