The Ontario College of Teachers welcomes your interest in getting involved in our governance process.

The application process

You can apply to be considered by the Selection and Nominating Subcommittee for Council, committee and roster vacancies at any time. Individuals appointed to fill a future vacancy will be appointed for a two-year term, subject to renewal, that typically begins in January.

Eligibility

To avoid conflicts of interest, applicants must sign an attestation form that confirms they are not employed by or serve in an official capacity with any of the organizations listed in regulation. These include:

  • Association des directions et directions adjointes des écoles franco-ontariennes
  • Association des enseignantes et des enseignants franco-ontariens
  • Association des gestionnaires de l’éducation franco-ontarienne
  • Catholic Principals’ Council of Ontario
  • Conseil ontarien des directions de l’éducation de langue française
  • Council of Ontario Directors of Education
  • Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario
  • Ontario Catholic Supervisory Officers’ Association
  • Ontario English Catholic Teachers’ Association
  • Ontario Ministry of Education
  • Ontario Principals’ Council
  • Ontario Public Supervisory Officers’ Association
  • Ontario Secondary School Teachers’ Federation
  • The Ontario Teachers’ Federation

The commitment

Council meets four times a year for a one-day meeting, with the potential for additional meetings for special business or orientation and training. The time commitment for committee and roster members varies based on the volume of matters to be considered but typically ranges from 10-30 days a year.

Why get involved?

There are many benefits to getting involved:

  • Support the public interest: Only licensed teaching professionals — Ontario Certified Teachers (OCTs) — can teach in the province’s publicly funded elementary and secondary schools. In Ontario, there are more than two million students attending these schools. The College’s governing body ensures the College meets its public interest mandate of protecting students and supporting their well-being.
  • Grow your professional and regulatory expertise: By applying and serving, you have the opportunity to use and grow your professional experience and knowledge in regulation and education.
  • Make a difference in education: Members of Council, committees and rosters make a tangible difference in the regulation of the teaching profession and in student protection and well-being.

Learn more about the competencies required and view our FAQs for more information about the application process.

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