Application Steps for Teachers
Your Application Checklist
Applying to B.C.’s Public School Districts
In British Columbia, each public school district manages its own hiring process. While many districts follow similar steps, each one has specific guidelines you’ll need to follow when applying.
To make sure your application is submitted correctly, read each job posting carefully and follow the instructions provided. Most importantly, ensure you’ve included all required documents.
Document Checklist
When applying for a teaching opportunity, please remember to include the following documents in your application package:
- Resume
- Cover letter
- List of references/reference letters
- Teacher Regulation Branch Teachers Certificate
- TQS (Teacher Qualification Service) Category Card
- Practicum reports and evaluations
- Official academic transcripts (photocopies are not acceptable; however, scanned electronic copies are permissible)
- Post-secondary diplomas / certificates
- Work permit (required only for non-Canadian residents)
- Pastoral References/Statement of Faith (for faith-based school employers)
Before Submitting Your Application
As you prepare your online application, consider the following questions to ensure your submission is complete and accurate:
Is the school district hiring?
Most often, districts do not accept unsolicited applications. If the school district isn’t hiring, make your application visible to school districts so that they can search for your resume.
Are your application documents current?
Generally, districts require a specific set of documents. In some cases, districts require an application form to be submitted alongside your application documents.
Do you have good standing with the Teacher Regulation Branch?
If you’re an applicant from outside of the province of British Columbia, or you’ve been out of the workforce for a few years, check with the Teacher Regulation Branch of the Ministry of Education and Child Care to see if your certificate is still valid (not cancelled or suspended).
Is your application portfolio visible to the school district?
Follow these easy steps to make your application visible:
- Login to your account
- Under “My Portfolio,” check off the box to make your portfolio visible to that district
Do I have to apply online?
Read the job posting carefully to see if the district specifies another way of applying. If it doesn’t, assume that they prefer to receive online applications.
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