2017-18 Criminal Background Check Procedures - Click for full details
It is the professional responsibility of every Teacher Candidate to have a valid original Criminal Background Check available for presentation at the host school, at any time.
Prior to arriving at the host school, the TC must adhere to any school board regulations for presentation of the Criminal Background Check to board offices for verification. Requirements vary by Board; therefore, TCs are responsible for ensuring they have accurate information as to the requirements.
TDSB Student Placement Info ** TDSB also requires a copy of your "proof of completion" certificate for the Health & Safety At Work e-Learning Video. Please submit an additional copy of the "proof of completion" certificate to your Practicum Facilitator for forwarding to TDSB.
Peel DSB Criminal Background Check Info ** Remember to attach your "proof of completion" certificate for the Health & Safety At Work e-Learning Video . The Board will not accept your Criminal Background Check without it! The Peel Board will keep your original. Therefore, Peel TCs should order 2 original copies.
All other boards require that you bring the original copy on your first day in placement. Do not surrender your original copy to the school, rather show the original to the Site Coordinator or Principal then keep the original in your binder and offer to provide the school with a photocopy.
Teacher Candidates who have not complied with board regulations or who do not have a valid original Criminal Background Check in their possession will be denied access to placement.
Adjudication of any matters related to the Criminal Background Check is the sole responsibility of the assigned school board. Boards have the ultimate responsibility for the care and safety of their students, and final determination of who may enter school premises.
