Joining the Greater Essex County District School Board team in a supportive role is a challenging and rewarding experience. We have a number of positions that play an integral role in the organization by providing support to our schools.
For any questions about the application process, please contact Apply to Education at toll free 1-877-900-5627.
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The Greater 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 Greater 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 Greater 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 Greater Essex County District School Board. |
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As a condition of employment with Greater 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. |
The Greater Essex County District School Board's Recruitment Strategy is committed to creating and maintaining diversity in our workforce where students see themselves reflected in the staff's population.
In support of the Board's Dismantling Anti-Black Racism Strategy, applicants who identify as Black may apply to [email protected]
In support of the Board's Indigenous Protocol, applicants of First Nations, Métis and Inuit descent may apply to [email protected]
Careers
All year round we welcome applications for the following occasional and casual positions:
- Occasional Clerical Workers (OCW) – Reference Job Posting 293496
- Replacement Custodians – Reference Job Posting 293516
- Temporary Student Support Worker (TSS) – Reference Job Posting 293492
- Temporary Support Staff – Support Worker for Deaf and Hard of Hearing - Reference Job Posting 645435
Please note the reference job posting numbers are used in the Apply to Education application process.
Current opportunities
Active postings for non-teaching opportunities are listed below. You can also view all GECDSB job postings by visiting the Apply to Education job feed.
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In cooperation with and funded by Ontario Public Service through the Summer Experience Program, the Greater Essex County District School Board invites applications from students with the required qualifications for the following Summer Student position. Preference will be given to students currently enrolled in a post-secondary program or who are starting a post-secondary program in September 2025. All successful applicants will be expected to attend a mandatory orientation session.
Nature & Scope of Position:
To apply for this opportunity candidates are invited to apply in writing and must include a cover letter and resume quoting the relevant Posting Number by visiting www.applytoeducation.com no later than 4:00 p.m., Friday May 16, 2025. You must apply under the actual job posting number: 3938258 (under ECE/EA/TA/ERW, Clerical, Secretarial, Administrative, Custodians, etc.). 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. Please note: All successful applicants must be able to provide a satisfactory police clearance, an employment medical indicating applicant’s fitness to work in the position. The Greater 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:
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 Greater Essex County District School Board has an accommodation process in place that provides accommodations for employees and applicants. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), the GECDSB strives to ensure that all recruiting processes are non-discriminatory and barrier-free. If you require an accommodation based on any Code-protected ground under the Ontario Human Rights Code for your interview, testing, and/or practicum, please advise the Recruitment Team member when contacted for an interview, testing and/or practicum. This will ensure that the appropriate accommodation(s) are in place prior to you attending. |
Occasional Clerical Workers (OCW) |
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The Greater Essex County District School Board invites applications from persons with the required qualifications
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:
Salary
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 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 Greater 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:
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 Greater Essex County District School Board has an accommodation process in place that provides accommodations for employees and applicants. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), the GECDSB strives to ensure that all recruiting processes are non-discriminatory and barrier-free. If you require an accommodation based on any Code-protected ground under the Ontario Human Rights Code for your interview, testing, and/or practicum, please advise the Recruitment Team member when contacted for an interview, testing and/or practicum. This will ensure that the appropriate accommodation(s) are in place prior to you attending |
Temporary Student Support Worker |
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The Greater Essex County District School Board invites application packages from persons qualified for the position of Temporary Student Support 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.
Responsibilities:
Rate of Pay: $21.89- $29.91 an hour, plus 4% vacation pay.
Qualifications:
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 Greater 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:
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 Greater Essex County District School Board has an accommodation process in place that provides accommodations for employees and applicants. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), the GECDSB strives to ensure that all recruiting processes are non-discriminatory and barrier-free. If you require an accommodation based on any Code-protected ground under the Ontario Human Rights Code for your interview, testing, and/or practicum, please advise the Recruitment Team member when contacted for an interview, testing and/or practicum. This will ensure that the appropriate accommodation(s) are in place prior to you attending |
Temporary Support Staff – Support Worker for Deaf and Hard of Hearing |
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The Greater 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. DutiesThe successful applicant, under the direction of the School Principal and/or his/her designate, will:
Qualifications
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 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
The Greater 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:
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 Greater Essex County District School Board has an accommodation process in place that provides accommodations for employees and applicants. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), the GECDSB strives to ensure that all recruiting processes are non-discriminatory and barrier-free. If you require an accommodation based on any Code-protected ground under the Ontario Human Rights Code for your interview, testing, and/or practicum, please advise the Recruitment Team member when contacted for an interview, testing and/or practicum. This will ensure that the appropriate accommodation(s) are in place prior to you attending |
Contact us for questions
If you have any questions about a position for non-teaching staff, contact:
- Educational Support Staff and Professional Student Services Personnel – Catia Raheb, Human Resources Officer at 519-255-3200 ext. 10299
- Custodial, Clerical and Skilled Trades – Jessica Heron, Human Resources Officer at 519-255-3200 ext. 10391
- Non-Bargaining Employees – Amie MacKinnon, Coordinator of Human Resources at 519-255-3200 ext. 10265