Being an Occasional Teacher can be challenging. In this section you’ll find a variety of resources to assist you that are not specifically related to the curriculum. Here you’ll find information on everything from coping with stress to Employment Insurance.
A to Z of being an OT
Professional Advisory- Safety in Learning Environments: A Shared Responsibility
A professional advisory to inform professional judgement and practice. It is intended for all members of the Ontario College of Teachers.
Professional Advisory- Safety in Learning Environments: A Shared Responsibility
QECO: General Education Chart
This site outlines exactly what you need to acquire in order to move from category A1 to A4 and therefore higher on the pay grid. Very helpful for OTs wanting to maximize their income during LTOs.
PrideNet: Creating and Supporting a Gay/Straight Alliance
This document offers step by step ways to establish a GSA in your school. It includes activities, games, resources, information and tips for success.
GSA Network: Trans and Queer Youth Uniting for Racial and Gender Justice
This site has a lot of great information regarding Gay Straight Alliances. It offers practical advice for created, maintaining and promoting GSAs in your school. (It is American site, geared for high schools but the information is definitely applicable to elementary.)
GSA Network: Trans and Queer Youth Uniting for Racial and Gender Justice
From Chaos to Coherence: Managing Stress While Teaching
This article offers tips to teachers for dealing with stress.
Safe and Accepting Schools
A number of resources and supports developed by the Ontario Ministry of Education related to Safe and Accepting Schools policies.
Seven Ways Mindfulness Can Help Teachers
Provides tips on mindfulness for teachers.
Concussion Protocol and Tools
The Ontario Physical Education Safety Guidelines has concussion information and procedures for the components of prevention, identification and management. These areas are always evolving with new research. Make sure to check your Board’s policies and procedures on this matter.
Creating Asthma Friendly Environments
The goal of this website is to provide recommendations and resources for organizations to develop asthma friendly and supportive environments for children and youth.
50 Healthy School Lunch Ideas for Teachers
Some ideas for packing healthy lunches for Teachers!