Contracts of Employment

Abstract:

Whether beginning a search for employment or considering a change, it is important to know the legal requirements for teaching contracts in Saskatchewan. Section 200 of The Education Act, 1995 outlines the procedures to be followed by a teacher and a board of education or conseil scolaire for the offer, acceptance and confirmation of a contract. Sections 210, 211 and 212 set out the process to terminate a teaching contract in Saskatchewan. A summary of the legislation is provided below and The Education Act, 1995 can be viewed on the Ministry of Education website at www.saskatchewan.ca/education.

Teachers should contact the Saskatchewan Teachers’ Federation and seek advice before amending or terminating a contract of employment or immediately upon receipt of a notice of termination of a contract of employment. Legal assistance and advice is provided through the Federation senior administrative staff.

Any questions related to contracts should be sent to stf@stf.sk.ca or please contact the Federation at 1-800-667-7762 and ask to speak to a senior administrative staff person.