K-12 Northern Classroom Teacher
- Early Childhood, Elementary, Middle School, High School
- Licensed Teacher
- Bachelor
- Education
- Teaching Credential/License
- Certified or certification-eligible to teach in a Canadian province or territory
- Legal working status in Canada for the minimum two-year teaching commitment
- Available to attend the Summer Enrichment Program from July 12-25, 2020 (expenses covered)
- Able to relocate and teach full-time in a northern First Nation
- Professional support: Teachers have regular check-ins with a Teacher Development Manager, receive in-person classroom coaching up to twice per year, and are eligible for an Additional Qualification subsidy.
- Peer support network: Teachers are connected to each other through online forums and a variety of social gatherings, including an optional summer reunion.
- Personal support: Teachers have access to mental health and wellness resources including counsellors who provide individual therapy, plus receive the occasional care package from Teach For Canada
- Dedicated housing provided by the First Nation called a "teacherage" (rent is typically between $0 - $700 CAD per month)
- Relocation and travel allowances are common but specific to each First Nation
- Benefits may also include extended health and dental coverage, as well as a pension plan, amongst others. You could also be eligible for northern resident deductions.
Teach For Canada is recruiting teachers for full-time classroom positions in First Nations in Northern Ontario and Manitoba. Successful candidates will start teaching in September 2020.
Why we exist
Education in Canada is a success story, but high overall quality masks deep inequality. The twin challenges of teacher supply and turnover compound historical injustice and systemic inequities to produce an education gap between First Nations and non-First Nations communities.
Teach For Canada is a non-profit organization that works with northern communities to recruit, prepare, and support committed teachers who will support student success in the North.
Who we look for
- You have a strong, flexible teaching practice and are inclusive of all students. You may work with students who are below grade level or have to teach outside of your subject specialization. Our Teacher Development team will provide two years of classroom support.
- You are resilient and have established self-care strategies to overcome challenges. You can sometimes feel isolated and lonely, especially when trying to explain life in the community to family and friends. We will support you with a community of like-minded peers and access to counselling services.
- You want to work collaboratively with community members to incorporate local knowledge. It can be difficult to integrate First Nation cultures and languages, especially if they are new to you. Our Summer Enrichment Program will prepare you through workshops on Indigenous histories, cultures, and locally-responsive teaching approaches.
As an organization that works with First Nations, we value Indigenous perspectives in our program and encourage Indigenous candidates to apply.
How to apply
If you are certified to teach K-12 in a Canadian province or territory, and will have legal working status in Canada for the minimum two-year commitment, then please apply online by April 29, 2020.
Education in Canada is a success story, but high overall quality masks deep inequality. The twin challenges of teacher supply and turnover compound historical injustice and systemic inequities to produce an education gap between First Nations and non-First Nations communities.
Teach for Canada is a non-profit organization that works with northern First Nations to recruit, prepare, and support committed teachers who will contribute to student success in the North.
Teacher Selection Process
Applications for the 2020-21 school year are now closed. Applications for Fall 2021 will open November 2nd at teachforcanada.ca! The Final deadline will be erly June 2021. Interviews are conducted on a rolling basis.
1. Introductory Interviews: select dates between November 2020 - June 2021.
Ongoing Teacher Support
Teachers will spend a minimum of two years working in the North during which time you can take advantage of our teacher development program, which includes three types of supports:
Professional: Regular check-ins, classroom coaching, and professional development subsidy
Peer: Connect with a community of Teach For Canada teachers, both virtually and in-person
Personal: Access to mental health and wellness resources, including individual counselling