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Discover the Opportunities with Superior-Greenstone District School Board

Are you a Bachelor of Education student looking for a meaningful teaching placement in Northern Ontario?  At the Superior-Greenstone District School Board (SGDSB), your placement is more than a requirement — it's an opportunity to grow, connect, and discover the great outdoors while building your professional future.

Here, you'll experience education where community, nature, and impact come together.

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Experience Life & Learning in Northern Ontario

Choosing a teaching placement in Northern Ontario means choosing immersive, authentic learning experiences — both inside and outside the classroom.

Why Complete Your Placement in the North?

  • Small schools, big impact — Build meaningful relationships with students, families, and colleagues

  • Authentic teaching experiences — Multi-grade classrooms, diverse learners, and real responsibility

  • Natural learning environments — Lakes, forests, trails, and outdoor education opportunities

  • Supportive school communities — Mentorship, collaboration, and connection truly matter here

  • Professional growth — Gain confidence, independence, and leadership skills early in your career

At SGDSB, you are not just observing — you are contributing, leading, and learning in dynamic school communities across Northwestern Ontario.

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Teaching Placements That Build Confidence

Our Bachelor of Education placement opportunities provide hands-on classroom experience that prepares you for long-term success. Whether you are passionate about early years, elementary, or secondary education, you'll gain practical skills in:

  • Lesson planning and curriculum delivery

  • Classroom management and student engagement

  • Inclusive and culturally responsive teaching practices

  • Assessment and feedback strategies

  • Community and family engagement

You'll leave your placement with real-world experience that sets you apart.

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What Supports Are Available for Placement Students?

We understand that relocating for a teaching placement is a big step. That's why we provide meaningful support to help you succeed.

  • Accommodation support available for placement students

  • Paid occasional teaching opportunities (where eligible)

    • In alignment with Nipissing University Bachelor of Education policies

  • Comprehensive onboarding and orientation

  • Assistance with school placement and local community connections

  • Ongoing mentorship from experienced educators

Our educators are deeply committed to supporting future teachers. You will feel welcomed, guided, and valued.

Who Should Apply?

Our placement opportunities are ideal for Bachelor of Education students seeking:

  • Hands-on classroom experience in real-world settings

  • Strong mentorship in small-school communities

  • Opportunities to work closely with diverse learners

  • A placement where your work truly makes a difference

  • Experience teaching in Northern Ontario

If you are motivated, community-minded, and ready to grow, we encourage you to explore a placement with SGDSB.

More Than a Placement — It's a Place to Belong

A teaching placement with Superior-Greenstone District School Board is more than a professional step. It's a chance to:

  • Discover the natural beauty of Northern Ontario

  • Experience outdoor education and land-based learning

  • Build lasting professional networks

  • Develop confidence in supportive, collaborative environments

  • Be part of school communities where educators are known and valued

Here, you don't just complete a placement —
you teach, learn, explore, and belong.

Discover Your Future in Northern Ontario

Ready to explore placement opportunities with SGDSB?

Experience teaching where community, nature, and impact come together — and discover why Northern Ontario is more than a place to work and learn. It's a place to thrive.

Apply today and start your journey north.