Canada’s education sector is actively recruiting high school teachers across various provinces. With over 2,000 high school teaching positions currently available, there’s a significant demand for qualified educators. These opportunities span public, private, and specialized institutions, offering competitive salaries and benefits.
Where the Jobs Are
Ontario
- Toronto District School Board (TDSB): Openings for Secondary Teaching Eligible to Hire (ETH) and Occasional Teaching positions. Applicants must submit a new online application annually, providing documents such as a cover letter, résumé, Certificate of Qualification, and teaching evaluations. Toronto District School Board
British Columbia
- School Districts: Districts like Richmond, Vancouver, and Quesnel are hiring secondary teachers, including positions in IB Chemistry, Math, and Humanities. Make A Future
Alberta
- Calgary Board of Education (CBE): Regularly recruits teachers from across Canada and internationally. cbe.ab.ca
How to Apply
- Obtain Provincial Certification: Ensure you have the necessary teaching qualifications recognized by the province where you intend to work.
- Prepare Required Documents:
- Cover letter and résumé
- Certificate of Qualification
- Teaching evaluations or practice teaching reports
- References from recent teaching supervisors
- Submit Applications:
- Use platforms like ApplyToEducation and Education Canada Network to apply to multiple school boards.
- For Ontario, apply directly through the TDSB job board. Toronto District School Board
Salary & Benefits
- Ontario: Salaries range from CAD $59,000 to $101,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications. LinkedIn
- British Columbia: Teachers are paid according to the Teacher Qualification Service (TQS) category/level, which considers education and experience. Make A Future
- Alberta: Competitive salaries with comprehensive benefits packages, including health insurance and pension plans. cbe.ab.ca