So You’ve Graduated, Now What?

1. So You’ve Graduated, Now What?

2. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PATapIobiso Graduation!!

3. To teach in Alberta all teachers must hold valid teaching authority prior to commencement of employment • Professional Standards Branch of Alberta Education is responsible for the evaluation of credentials and issuance of certification for teachers in Alberta • Lasts 3 years, but can be granted an extension Interim Certification

4. Graduates of Alberta universities are issued their initial Interim Professional Certificate at the recommendation of the Dean of the Faculty of Education • Graduating students should apply one to two months prior to the completion of their teacher education program.  • Important: Dean’s recommendation is valid for 5 years, graduates are advised to apply for their Interim Professional Certificate within 5 years of the completion of their program.

5. $200 • Copy of Birth Certificate or Immigration status • Evidence of all legal names used • Post secondary student ID number, • List of all post-secondary institutions attended, • Type and date of credentials(s) earned, • MasterCard or Visa if paying fee on line. What you need to apply

6. Online Application

7. Responsible for evaluating a teacher's years of education for salary purposes • The TQS is not governed by the ATA or subject to its policies Teacher Qualification Services (TQS)

8. In order to obtain a statement of qualifications from TQS, you must either (1) be a teacher who holds or is eligible to hold an Alberta teacher's certificate or other teaching authority issued by the Registrar, Alberta Education or (2) be a student who has been admitted to an Alberta education faculty and who has advanced standing in a program leading to eligibility for certification. • This form must be mailed and cannot be submitted online

9. Evidence of a valid Alberta teaching authority (Interim) • Official documentation of your educational record from each educational institution that you have attended (Official Transcripts) • Tip: apply for official transcripts as soon as they are finalized to hurry your evaluation process • Official evidence of any name change that you have had • More money ($70 first time) What you need to apply

10. TQS Form

11. Is that it for forms?

12. You will also need: • Recent Criminal Record Check • Child Welfare Check • District Specific Documentation Nope!

13. Education Canada • Apply to Education • Indeed • Finding a job FAQ: Education Alberta How do I find a job?

14. Resume (include link to online portfolio) • Cover letter (district specific) • Criminal record check • Child welfare check • TQS (pay grade) • Teaching certificate • Transcripts • References • Others that are district specific (ex. Catholic letter) Teaching Package

15. Get to know the school: • School Website • Mission statement • School plans and focus • Align yourself with the school’s beliefs • Principal’s name • Grades and subjects • Specialization and extracurricular Research School

16. Make it personalized to the school and the district • Refer to your online portfolio link if you have one Cover Letter

17. Teaching Experience • Leadership Experience • PD • Experience with kids • Be unique & make your resume standout • QR Code • Color Resume

18. Get reference letters from more than just TAs • Principals • Professors • Parents • When students make notes References

19. Check your digital footprint • Get rid of anything bad • Get some stuff up there if nothing comes up, make a positive digital footprint through twitter, online portfolios, YouTube, etc.. • Lock up personal accounts ex) FB • Build your blog now • Create an online portfolio Digital Footprint

20. www.jadechausse.weebly.com • Tips: • Let your personality shine through • Add pictures • Samples of student work • Connect a blog to it • Organize or tag information to coincide with KSAs • Do not include references or evaluations Online Portfolio

21. Binder vs. Online Portfolio

22. Being a U of L grad • Email the principal, provide link to digital portfolio • Check your digital footprint before hand • Be prepared • Find out how many people will be in your interview • Prepare Handouts • Highlight evaluations and reference letters • Have questions written down • Send a Thank You note Interview

23. Teacher On Call

24. Teachers are social beings, first impressions are big! • Don’t be afraid to ask questions • Hiring TOCs is a long process so be patient • Be resilient and stay HEALTHY! • Get two evaluations and work the equivalent of two years to apply for permanent certification Tips for being a TOC

25. Private schools • Travelling abroad Other Options

26. Private Schools

27. Highlight your extra curricular involvement • Have experience using technology such as smart boards and virtual labs • Be flexible to teach a variety of subjects • Apply early and check often • Learn about the school and what they have to offer and specialize in • Emphasize your teamwork skills and ability to authentically assess students Tips for getting a job

28. Teaching Abroad

29. Canadian curriculum schools • 93 accredited schools abroad, countries include: China, Ghana, Italy, Korea, Mexico, Japan, Egypt, turkey, Thailand, Switzerland, saint Lucia, Netherlands • Completing a contract abroad is very valuable on a resume back home. • Things that are required include: • Police check • Transcripts • Complete application forms • Fees • Birth certificate Teaching Abroad Info