Canadian citizen has questions about getting job in Canada

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Permalink Reply by Danika Barker on February 11, 2009 at 4:29pm

Hi Pam, don't know about Montreal, but in Toronto, I don't think there's a huge demand for teachers in general, but I'm probably not the best person to speak to that.
In order to teach in Ontario you will have to be certified by the Ontario College of Teachers. Check out this website: http://www.oct.ca/home.aspx?lang=e
Also, there are different school boards within each province, in Ontario, you usually apply to a school board. You should also check out http://www.applytoeducation.com/
As far as gifted programs, they fall under the area of special education, and there isn't as much funding as there used to be but they do exist.
Good luck!

Permalink Reply by Craig Pinches on February 11, 2009 at 5:04pm

If you are going to Ontario, apply to the Ontario College of Teachers now. They are not the fastest bureaucracy in the world, and it does take time for the paperwork to process.

As well, what would your qualifications be, in terms of subjects? In Ontario, you may get equivalency granted, but that would be after the fact of initial certfication. The demand for teachers tends to be subject specific, and not in general at this time.

I know in Quebec you are supposed to have your "Brevet D'Enseignement", though once granted I believe it is valid for life.

Permalink Reply by Elisa Waingort on February 11, 2009 at 5:42pm

Hi Pam,
My understanding is that the teacher market in Ontario is pretty tight. People are coming to Calgary to find jobs here, and not necessarily in the teaching profession. Unfortunately, some have had to return to their home provinces because it's so expensive to live in Calgary. However, I think teachers are still in high demand in Alberta. Calgary is a great city. You need to be certified through Alberta Learning in order to teach in Alberta.
Good luck!

Permalink Reply by Dagmar on February 11, 2009 at 5:46pm

Thank you both.

I am a History teacher. I've also taught German. I suspect there are a lot of Social Studies teachers, and not a huge demand for German teachers. But, it's worth a try: I miss the old Canadian humility:)
These responses are very helpful.
Pam

Permalink Reply by Elisa Waingort on February 11, 2009 at 5:57pm

If you've taught German, you may be interested in the German bilingual program. Check out both Edmonton and Calgary.
Cheers!
Elisa

Permalink Reply by Inverness on February 12, 2009 at 6:49am

I will, Elisa. I've always been an East Coast girl (I left Nova Scotia when I was 12). But, expanding those horizons could be fun. Just curious -- how many people live in the city?

Permalink Reply by Elisa Waingort on February 12, 2009 at 5:45pm

About one million now and growing. There are a lot of East Coast transplants out here, too. :)