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At the DSBN, we value the role and importance of each individual’s contribution.

We all bring something different to our schools, and that’s what makes each school community unique. It’s the individual talents and dedication of each person that are the true source of the DSBN’s strength.

When you work at the DSBN, you are part of a supportive, innovative community that works towards doing what’s best for kids, and helps every student achieve success. Whether you’re in the classroom, on the playing fields, in the office or in the cafeteria, we know it’s the dedicated staff who bring our mission to life – you are what creates a child’s school experience, and contribute to students reaching their full potential.

We proudly serve over 40,000 students across almost 100 elementary and secondary schools in Niagara, located between Lake Erie in the South and Lake Ontario to the North.

Our Mission: Within a culture of care, inclusion, and innovation; the District School Board of Niagara's purpose is to inspire lifelong learning and foster relationships through meaningful connections with individuals, communities, and the environment.

Our Vision: Learning & Growing Together

Our Values: For us, it’s the 3 Rs: Relationships. Respect. Responsibility. These are the core values that guide as we work with our partners, develop innovative new programs and supports to meet the needs of todays’ youth, and are our values in making decisions that are best for students.

We are Committed To:

A Healthy Work Environment
The DSBN believes that every employee is entitled to a working environment that respects who they are and values their contributions to the success of the organization.

Opportunities for Growth
We are guided by the belief that everyone should have an equitable opportunity to advance within the organization.

Equity and Inclusion in Hiring Practices

We are committed to equity and inclusion in the recruitment and hiring of DSBN employees, who reflect the diversity of our community and students we serve. All candidates are welcome to apply.

Equity, Inclusion & Anti-Racism
Learn the DSBN’s position on equity, inclusion and anti-racism, and the work we are doing with our DSBN Equity Team, by visiting our website here.

DSBN welcomes applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including but not limited to:

• First Nations, Inuit and Métis 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
• Persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expression

Don’t meet every single requirement for a job posting? That’s OK! You should still apply.

Studies have shown that women, equity-deserving, and sovereignty-seeking individuals are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At the DSBN, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you are excited about a role with us at the DSBN, but your past experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, that’s OK – we strongly encourage you to apply anyways. We want to meet you!

We welcome internationally trained professionals to apply to the DSBN! However, before you apply, your credentials must be evaluated and verified. We encourage all internationally-trained professionals to evaluate their credentials using any of the following service providers:

• World Educational Services (WES)
• University of Toronto Comparative Education Service
• International Credential Association Service of Canada(ICAS)

We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free, accessible recruitment and selection processes in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

The DSBN will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment process to applicants based on any of the human rights protected grounds. Applicants are requested to inform Human Resources Services in advance of their interview and/or practicum of the nature of any accommodation(s) that they may require. Information relating to accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially.

Should you require working accommodations, our DSBN Wellness team is here to assist you.

We're available to answer your questions about the hiring process at the DSBN.

For information on accomodations during an interview, email hr@dsbn.org

Question about the hiring process? Email our HR staff! careers@dsbn.org

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