​​A 56-year-old Ottawa school teacher has been charged with sexual assault and sexual exploitation after allegations surfaced that he inappropriately touched one of his students.

Timothy Stanutz, of the Ottawa-Carleton District School Board, was charged Friday and was expected to appear in court the same day, Ottawa police said in a news release.

Investigators allege the incidents occurred in the course of his duties, and they're concerned there could be other victims.

Anyone with information is asked to call police at 613-236-1222, ext. 5944. Anonymous tips can be submitted by calling 613-233-8477 (TIPS), or toll free at 1-800-222-8477.