Are you a teacher migrating to Canada?

If you are a teacher planning to migrate to Canada here are 3 things you need to know:

1) Certification
To teach in Canada you must be eligible for a teaching certificate in the province where you want to teach. Teaching in Ontario for example means applying for teacher certification there. If you move to another province (eg. Alberta), you will then need to apply for a separate teaching certificate in that province. Each province has its own rules and regulations.

Certification in any province is divided into three parts: Showing proof:
a) of teaching qualifications;
b) of teaching experience;
c) that you are certified to teach in your country and this certification has not been suspended or cancelled.

2) Job Search
Most jobs for the start of the next school year are advertised beginning in mid-April until June. As is to be expected, jobs in the urban areas have a lot of competition and you are more likely to be hired if you are willing to work in rural areas. We have heard from teachers that it is easier for them to find teaching jobs in rural Ontario, Manitoba and Saskatchewan than in cities such as Toronto, Winnipeg and Saskatoon.

3) Your Resume
Because you are starting a new experience you will have to ensure you have an up-to-date resume that highlights your best qualities. Showing that you are up-to-date in current teaching trends and that you participate in a range of extra-curricular activities can go a long way in helping you get hired.

Finally, ask someone who is in-the-know for advice regarding your resume, cover letter and how you may best prepare yourself for a job in Canada. This small act may pay off in big ways.

Have questions about migrating in Canada?
Contact Kari Davis, RCIC at info@bisonimmigration.com or WhatsApp 876-784-9302 to book your assessment.

Please note: The information provided is for general purposes only, you should not act upon any such information without first seeking qualified professional counsel on your specific immigration matter.