Careers at the DDSB

At Durham District School Board (DDSB), we’re all about making a difference. With over 80,000 students counting on us, every role here matters – whether you’re teaching, leading a school, or providing essential support behind the scenes. We’re not just looking for employees; we’re looking for people who want to inspire, innovate, and make a real impact. So, if you're ready to bring your passion and skills to the table, let’s ignite the future together.

The District is committed to developing and implementing fair, consistent, inclusive, accessible, and transparent recruitment and hiring procedures and practices to support a qualified and diverse workforce with the knowledge, lived experiences, skills, and attributes to best serve students and contribute to meaningful learning, connected communities, and well-being.

The DDSB demonstrates this commitment by critically and intentionally identifying, preventing, and addressing discriminatory biases and barriers in recruitment-related practices to support equitable recruitment and employment experiences and outcomes, where all candidates are treated with dignity and respect.

Why DDSB?

At DDSB, we’re committed to helping everyone succeed in an environment where you can truly thrive.

  • Supporting Your Success: We’re here to lift you up, providing the tools and support you need to achieve your best, whether you’re teaching, learning, or leading.
  • Positive work environment: We create spaces where you feel safe, valued, and excited to come to work every day.
  • Driven by Innovation: With cutting-edge technology and fresh ideas, we’re constantly pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in education.
  • Embracing Diversity: We celebrate what makes you unique and ensure that everyone feels they belong and can be their true selves
  • Nurturing Leaders: Whether you’re stepping into leadership or looking to grow further, we’re here to support your journey.

Where We Serve

DDSB proudly serves the following communities within the Durham Region:

  • Ajax
  • Brock
  • Oshawa
  • Pickering
  • Scugog
  • Uxbridge
  • Whitby

Whether you’re looking to work in an urban or rural setting, our diverse locations offer a variety of environments to ignite your career and make a lasting impact.

Explore the locations we serve and find a school or learning centre near you.

"The support I’m getting from my admin has been phenomenal. Working together with team teachers certainly lightens the load." – DDSB Staff Member

At DDSB, our staff consistently emphasize the importance of feeling safe, supported, and valued. Here, autonomy, collaboration, and professional development are at the core of what we do. Join us, and you’ll have the freedom to innovate, the support to grow, and the flexibility to make a meaningful impact.

Current Opprotunities

Explore Opportunities

Inspire the next generation as a teacher at DDSB. Explore a variety of teaching roles, from elementary to secondary, including opportunities to teach French as a second language and Continuing Education.

View the Teaching Career page.

Lead with purpose and make a difference in our schools. Discover leadership roles within DDSB, where you can help shape the future of education.

View the Principals/Vice-Principals Career page.

Be a vital part of supporting our schools. Whether you’re an educational assistant, clerical staff, Designated Early Childcare Educator or part of our custodial and maintenance team, your role is essential to support the smooth running of our schools.

Visit the Educational Services page.

Drive the success of our schools behind the scenes. From HR to IT, finance to office administration, your role here ensures that every part of our organization functions smoothly and efficiently.

Our Professional Student Services Personnel (PSSP) support students and staff directly.  Positions include Speech Language Pathologists, Psychological Services, Social Worker/Attendance Support Counselors, ASL Interpreters and Intervenors. 

View the Management, Professional Services & Administrative roles page

Contact Us

Recruitment
400 Taunton Rd. E., Whitby ON L1R 2K6 Canada
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