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Elementary School and Kindergarten Teachers  (NOC 4142)
Prince Edward Island
Description |  Titles |  Duties |   Related Occupations

Elementary school and kindergarten teachers teach basic subjects such as reading, writing and arithmetic or specialized subjects such as English or French as a second language at public and private elementary schools. Elementary school librarians are included in this unit group.

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Elementary school and kindergarten teachers perform some or all of the following duties:
  • Prepare courses for presentation to students according to approved curriculum
  • Teach students using a systematic plan of lessons, discussions, audio-visual presentations and field trips
  • Lead students in activities to promote their physical, mental and social development and their school readiness
  • Assign and correct homework
  • Prepare, administer and correct tests
  • Evaluate the progress of students and discuss results with students, parents and school officials
  • Identify children's individual learning needs
  • Prepare and implement remedial programs for students requiring extra help
  • Participate in staff meetings, educational conferences and teacher training workshops
  • May supervise teachers' aides and student teachers.

Elementary school and kindergarten teachers may specialize in such areas as special education or second language instruction.

Included Cities in Region | Service Canada Offices

Charlottetown, Summerside, Alberton, Cornwall, Kensington, Montague, Souris, Stratford

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Education & Job Requirements for Elementary School and Kindergarten Teachers in Prince Edward Island

Education and job requirements can vary by region. Workers in regulated occupations require a licence to work legally. Workers in non-regulated occupations do not require a licence, but employers may have other certification requirements.

Local Employment Requirements

A bachelor's degree in education is required. In P.E.I. it is mandatory to be certified by the Department of Education in order to use the title "teacher' or to practice as a certified teacher.

[Report Publication Date: 2011-06-29 |  Source: Labour Market Information - HRSDC ]

Skills Requirements

There are often specific abilities, aptitudes and knowledge that are prerequisites to obtain employment in an occupation.

Most employers who advertise are looking for workers who have the following experience and skills:

Experience:
0-2 years

Specific Skills:
Teach students using lessons, discussions, audio-visual presentations and field trips. Prepare courses for presentation to students according to approved curriculum. Identify childrens' individual learning needs.

Additional Skills:
Supervise teacher assistants.

Essential Skills:
Working with others, oral communication, reading text, writing, problem solving, job task planning and organizing, critical thinking, decision making and numeracy.

[Source: Labour Market Information - HRSDC ]

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Local Training

Holland College:

The Bachelor of Education Degree in Human Resource Management and the Certificate in Adult Education programs are jointly offered by Holland College and the University of Prince Edward Island. Both can be completed on a part time basis.

For more information, contact Holland College at:
140 Weymouth Street
Charlottetown PEI C1A 4Z1
Phone: 1-800-446-5265
www.hollandcollege.com
info@hollandcollege.com

Study Abroad Canada:

The certificate course in teaching English as a Second/Foreign Language (TESL) is a comprehensive introduction to the field of TESL. The course includes theory and its practical application. It is an approximately three month program.

For more information contact:
Study Abroad Canada
179 Queen St, PO Box 3231
Charlottetown, PE C1A 4B4
Toll Free: 1 (877) 779-8375 Phone: (902) 628-2379
www.studyincanada.ca
school@studyincanada.ca

University of Prince Edward Island:

The Bachelor of Education (BEd) is a two-year post-degree program consisting of 20 three hour credit courses in education. A B.Ed is also offered in French Education as well as a Bachelor of Education in Human Resource Development.

A Master of Education in Leadership in Learning is also offered that is designed to provide experienced educators with the knowledge and skills required to become effective educational leaders. PhD in Educational Studies is also offered.

A Bachelor of Education (BEd.) with a concentration in Kindergarten is also offered in English and French.

For further information contact:
University of Prince Edward Island
550 University Avenue
Charlottetown, PE C1A 4P3
Phone: (902) 628-4353 or 1 800 606-8734
www.upei.ca
newstudent@upei.ca

[ Report Publication Date: 2011-09-15 | Source: Labour Market Information - HRSDC ]
Information for Newcomers

Getting your language skills assessed

If you do not know what your English or French language level is, visit one of the Language Assessment Centres across Canada. They will assess your language level and direct you to the appropriate language training program.

[ Source: Citizenship and Immigration Canada ]
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