Articles by: Pat

Summer discounts for OCEOTA Members

Summer discounts for OCEOTA Members

When you are on the go, and can’t recall all the Edvantage partners and discounts, why not add a quick reference link and icon on your phone’s home screen? Learn more: https://bit.ly/3lfcGqu  #Edvantage #ExclusiveSavingsProgram     Local Theatre Tickets It’s not every day that a Teacher is a play’s protagonist, but this summer […]

by June 29, 2023 Comments are Disabled Uncategorized
Resume/Interview Workshop Slideshow

Resume/Interview Workshop Slideshow

Thank you to Presenters: Tosha Urbach, Principal; Jennifer Jones-Kosmack, HR Advisor; Dianne Robertson, Team Manager, Elementary Staffing Division for an informative learning session on resume writing and interview skills as List 2B (contracts open to externals) was posted. The slideshow from the presentation is linked here (access only via OCDSB […]

by May 28, 2023 Comments are Disabled Uncategorized
Classroom Supports for Teachers

Classroom Supports for Teachers

Request a Student/Classroom Behaviour (Google Meet) Support Session– a Social Emotional Learning Teacher or Itinerant Educational Assistant Team member will contact you.

by April 24, 2023 Comments are Disabled Uncategorized
Successful Ratification of OCEOTA Preliminary Submission

Successful Ratification of OCEOTA Preliminary Submission

Thank you to all the OCEOTA Members that came out to the Ratification Meeting. Your concerns and questions were informed and the Collective Bargaining Committee has noted your comments. This indication of our collective power is critical as we prepare to enter negotiations with the Ottawa Carleton District School Board […]

by March 26, 2023 Comments are Disabled Uncategorized

Media coverage of Unqualified OT use

Two recent interviews (Dec) speaking with Local and Provincial ETFO Leaders about the use of unqualified teachers in classrooms by school boards. ETFO 1st Vice-President David Mastin on CBC Here and Now Toronto OCEOTA Local President Pat Dixon interview on CBC Ottawa Morning    

by December 14, 2022 Comments are Disabled Uncategorized
Supports for teaching students with Special Education Needs

Supports for teaching students with Special Education Needs

Guide for Students with Special Education Needs This LSS Guide for Students with Special Education Needs website has been designed to provide educators and administrators with comprehensive information about supports for students with special education needs in the Ottawa-Carleton District School Board. It ensures educators have the essential information, tools […]

by October 18, 2022 Comments are Disabled Uncategorized
1/2 day Minimum FAQs

1/2 day Minimum FAQs

What is the 1/2 day minimum pilot program? Starting in September 2022 assignments through Easy Connect and/or The Job Board will be made available as per usual, however assignments of a less than 50% FTE will be (expanded to be) posted as a half a day (according to school bell […]

by October 16, 2022 Comments are Disabled Uncategorized

Staffing FAQs for OTs

Frequently Asked Questions Elementary Occasional Teaching Division  Updated: June 2023 Q1 How many days must I work to remain on the OT list? Article L10.04 Collective Agreement:  OTs are required to work 20 assignments from September to June 1, to remain on the OT list.  If this condition is not met […]

by August 28, 2022 Comments are Disabled Uncategorized