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K-12 Northern Classroom Teacher

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.

Posted: March 2020
This is a Direct to School Job

Applications for this position will be received directly by the school and will not be reviewed by Teach Away's Placement Coordinators.

Any communication about the job will take place directly between you and the institution. Tracking of your application status will take place within the application tracking system used by the school you are applying to (outside of your Teach Away Dashboard).

Please note that Teach Away provides information on behalf of schools and cannot accept liability for information provided or policies schools may adopt. Be sure to verify all details that apply to you, and check for the latest visa and work permit requirements. For any questions regarding job postings, please contact the school directly. Teach Away believes in diversity and inclusivity, and that everyone deserves to be treated with respect and be considered fairly and equally for employment. We ensure all schools we work with adhere to our pledge to promote inclusivity and diversity in education and recruitment practices.

LocationNorthern Ontario or Manitoba, Canada
Start DateSeptember 2020
Eligible CandidatesLicensed Teacher
Student LevelEarly Childhood, Elementary, Middle School, High School
Number of Vacancies60

Job Benefits

  • 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.

Qualifications and Requirements

Required Certificates
Teaching Credential/License
Education RequiredBachelor
MajorEducation
Additional School Requirements
  • 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