Elementary school teachers teach all subjects and facilitate the learning of children aged four to nine, focusing in particular on building students' literacy and numeracy. Middle years & high school teachers teach students ten to eighteen and may be generalists or subject area specialists. Teachers may also teach adults aged 18+ at adult education centres. In Manitoba, teacher training is divided into three streams: Early Years (K to 4), Middle Years (grades 5 to 8) and Senior Years (grades 9 to 12). 

This profile page includes information about: Elementary, Middle & High School Teachers including Special Needs Teachers, Music Teachers, Physical Education Teachers, English Second Language Teachers, and School Principals. Please see the links to the right for information about higher level School Administrators, Education Policy Analysts and Curriculum Developers.

Occupational profile

Education

Teachers of academic subjects require a bachelor's degree in education which is often preceded by a bachelor's degree. Teachers of vocational or technical subjects require a bachelor's degree in education which is usually preceded by specialized training or experience in the subject. Additional certification is required to teach English or French as a second language. (National Occupational Classification).

U of M Academic Calendar
The Academic Calendar & Catalogue outlines program admission and course requirements. Use the left menu to navigate to a specific faculty and program. To determine which degree path suits your unique occupational goals, speak with a Career Consultant. For support with course registration and academic issues, speak with an Academic Advisor.

Faculty and Department Homepages
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Labour market information

Labour market information informs users of supply and demand for specific occupations and sectors. It includes such things as salary and job outlook information. These resources support informed career decision making and job search efforts. 

Resources

Professional Associations
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Directories, Industry Associations, and Sector Councils
These resources provide industry news, labour market information and a list of potential employers. Remember, there are usually multiple industries worth exploring. 

Job Boards
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