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by NatashaM
Wed Feb 19, 2020 2:03 am
Forum: Forum 1. From Questions About ISS & Search to Anything and Everything About International Teaching
Topic: transferring US/QTS to Canada
Replies: 39
Views: 53725

Re: transferring US/QTS to Canada

[quote=PsyGuy post_id=58260 time=1582049955 user_id=68047]
@NatashaM

$50-$80 for sending transcripts, thats grossly unrealistic, who are you using for mail, Santas off duty reindeer? WES isnt required for the BC credential, its part of the immigration scheme to get your points for a visa. Yes is you want to combine credentialing costs and immigration costs then sure its USD$1000+.
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Check Fedex and Dhl mailing costs from Europe to Canada.
by NatashaM
Thu Feb 13, 2020 6:59 am
Forum: Forum 1. From Questions About ISS & Search to Anything and Everything About International Teaching
Topic: transferring US/QTS to Canada
Replies: 39
Views: 53725

Re: transferring US/QTS to Canada

PsyGuy wrote:
> @NatashaM
>
> Subs regardless of short or long term come off the daily contact list.
>
> That cost is a bit disingenuous. Theres really only a couple costs and the lion
> share of the total is the application fee (CAN$395) the rest is the IELTS exam (about
> USD$225) and the translation of a few documents (your Uni transcript, secondary
> diploma and identification document).

Plus WES evaluation 200$, sending the transcripts 50-80$, and the other translations you mentioned so it will end up being $1000
by NatashaM
Sun Feb 02, 2020 6:38 am
Forum: Forum 1. From Questions About ISS & Search to Anything and Everything About International Teaching
Topic: transferring US/QTS to Canada
Replies: 39
Views: 53725

Re: transferring US/QTS to Canada

Overseashire wrote:
> Many of the job openings in BC are in the north, there is a reason for
> that. Also many of the openings are for learning support teachers and
> other specialists. I taught in BC for 15 years and know teachers who have
> been on the sub list for a very long time.

When you say subs list, are we talking about long term subbing or just a sub on call? some days they work and some days they don't.
by NatashaM
Sun Feb 02, 2020 6:36 am
Forum: Forum 1. From Questions About ISS & Search to Anything and Everything About International Teaching
Topic: transferring US/QTS to Canada
Replies: 39
Views: 53725

Re: transferring US/QTS to Canada

PsyGuy wrote:
> @NatashaM
>
> Thee is a potential prospect though of getting a job, its just a very low probability.
> The costs may very well be minimal (no more than application and processing costs).
> They could be more costly requiring coursework,etc. but you wont know until you
> apply and receive an evaluation report.
The cost is not minimal. It will be around 1000$ to get my degree evaluated, transcripts sent, take IELTS, collect other docs and translate them, plus application cost.
by NatashaM
Wed Jan 29, 2020 5:10 am
Forum: Forum 1. From Questions About ISS & Search to Anything and Everything About International Teaching
Topic: transferring US/QTS to Canada
Replies: 39
Views: 53725

Re: transferring US/QTS to Canada

Heliotrope wrote:

>
> If there's little cost involved, I wouldn't mind playing a low odds-game. But if
> it required me to put in a lot of time, effort and/or money, the odds of there being
> a pay-off would definitely impact my decision, unless I had the time, effort and
> money to spare, or if it might accomplish my life-long dream and there's no alternative
> route.
I agree! I don't like playing low-odds games. If it was just me, sure but I have two small children and no money to spare. I'm reluctant to start the process if there is no prospect of getting a job in the end.
by NatashaM
Mon Jan 27, 2020 8:13 am
Forum: Forum 1. From Questions About ISS & Search to Anything and Everything About International Teaching
Topic: transferring US/QTS to Canada
Replies: 39
Views: 53725

Re: transferring US/QTS to Canada

shadowjack wrote:
> Natasha, the issue is that districts have to prove they could not find a Canadian
> to fill their post. If you are an English/History/Socials teacher, that makes it
> harder for you. Ditto primary. If you are a physic/chemistry teacher, that might
> be different.
>
> Your best bet would be with band schools (First Nations schools in remote communities)
> and far northern isolated communities. This goes for any province. Ontario, which
> is bigger, would offer more opportunity, but there are more hoops to jump through
> with Ontario certification.
I'm licensed to teach English 6-12 but my experience is in primary. I'll probably add primary to my license after I take PRAXIS.. After reading all your posts I'm really discouraged to start the process.
by NatashaM
Sun Jan 26, 2020 6:52 am
Forum: Forum 1. From Questions About ISS & Search to Anything and Everything About International Teaching
Topic: transferring US/QTS to Canada
Replies: 39
Views: 53725

Re: transferring US/QTS to Canada

Helen Back wrote:
> Agree with Shadowjack, closer to zero than one. Probably closer to zero
> than point 1.
>
> I saw this before I closed down my Search account
> https://www.searchassociates.com/school ... or-canada/
>
> Also look at http://www.educationcanada.com &
> http://www.applytoteach.com.
>
> Having gone through the process of converting a UK 3 year degree to a
> Canadian 4 year degree and then doing my B.Ed. in BC, knowing that I'd have
> to be incredibly lucky to get even a subbing job ( fortunately I was one of
> the chosen few), I would not advise anyone to do the same, unless your plan
> is to teach overseas. And I was a permanent resident as the time.
Hi thanks for sharing the websites. I looked at Search and they need people who have lived in Canada for at least 2 years. so it's a No. In which province do you live? I already have my Bachelor in Ed and license from USA and UK so hoping that will help will getting Canadian license.
by NatashaM
Sun Jan 26, 2020 6:46 am
Forum: Forum 1. From Questions About ISS & Search to Anything and Everything About International Teaching
Topic: transferring US/QTS to Canada
Replies: 39
Views: 53725

Re: transferring US/QTS to Canada

shadowjack wrote:
> @PG - as a BC Certified teacher with friends in multiple leadership roles through
> the system in various districts, the odds of hiring a non-landed immigrant teacher
> simply based on whether they have a BC teaching certificate when there is an oversupply
> of teachers are slim to none. I guess some people DO win the lottery, thus your
> "more than zero". As a percentage of teachers in BC, it is closer to zero than to
> 1, in percentage terms.
>
> That said, Natasha, applying for hardship posts in Northern Ontario, if you can get
> Ontario certification, or Nunavut or fly in NWT, might be easier as a way to get
> into Canada and work in education.
On the immigration website it says that teachers are needed in some provinces and BC is one of them.. Is there an oversupply of teachers in big cities or throughout the whole district? I saw some job postings for northern part of BC. Are you saying that nobody will hire me even if I qualify for express entry visa that will lead to permanent residency? Do I have more chances in Northern Ontario? I'm still at the beginning of the process so need all info I can get.. if it's even worth trying and spending a lot of money...
by NatashaM
Thu Jan 23, 2020 6:03 am
Forum: Forum 1. From Questions About ISS & Search to Anything and Everything About International Teaching
Topic: transferring US/QTS to Canada
Replies: 39
Views: 53725

Re: transferring US/QTS to Canada

PsyGuy wrote:
> Thats not absolutely true @SJ, there are more than zero, non-landed immigrants who
> require sponsorship that are recruited and hired.
That's reassuring... thanks
by NatashaM
Tue Jan 21, 2020 4:57 am
Forum: Forum 1. From Questions About ISS & Search to Anything and Everything About International Teaching
Topic: transferring US/QTS to Canada
Replies: 39
Views: 53725

Re: Reply

PsyGuy wrote:
> @NatashaM
>
> Canada in general is rather daunting. For many of the provinces that ITs
> want to go to their LEAs regulating authority wont consider an application
> without an employment offer. Applying for a BC credential shows employers
> another province has already reviewed and approved your teaching
> qualification and has credentialed you to teach. So you use that BC
> credential on your resume as a selling point to other provinces DSs.
Got it. thanks again
by NatashaM
Sun Jan 19, 2020 1:50 pm
Forum: Forum 1. From Questions About ISS & Search to Anything and Everything About International Teaching
Topic: transferring US/QTS to Canada
Replies: 39
Views: 53725

Re: transferring US/QTS to Canada

shadowjack wrote:
> Here's another tip. If you are not a landed immigrant, most Canadian
> schools won't touch you as they have to prove that they could not find a
> qualified Canadian candidate. Also, the more expensive you are without any
> experience teaching in the province, the less likely it is to get a job,
> especially in desirable locations such as the Okanagan or the Greater
> Vancouver/Vancouver Island districts.
Thanks for the tip! We are exploring our options and not very picky about the location. Im aware that I cant expect to land a job in a big city...
by NatashaM
Sun Jan 19, 2020 1:46 pm
Forum: Forum 1. From Questions About ISS & Search to Anything and Everything About International Teaching
Topic: transferring US/QTS to Canada
Replies: 39
Views: 53725

Re: Response

PsyGuy wrote:
> BC (British Columbia). High recognition and they will accept applicants who
> dont have immigration status and dont require an employment sponsor.
Thanks PsyGuy! Very helpful as always! Do you know anything about other provinces? What about Ontario? I looked on the website and the process seems quite daunting for BC!
by NatashaM
Sun Jan 19, 2020 1:41 am
Forum: Forum 1. From Questions About ISS & Search to Anything and Everything About International Teaching
Topic: transferring US/QTS to Canada
Replies: 39
Views: 53725

transferring US/QTS to Canada

Hello everyone,
Does anyone know which province would be the easiest to transfer my US license? I also have QTS from UK. I'm originally from Serbia but have been teaching internationally for 10 years. My family is looking into immigrating to Canada so any advice is appreciated. Thanks
by NatashaM
Mon Jun 17, 2019 8:16 am
Forum: Forum 1. From Questions About ISS & Search to Anything and Everything About International Teaching
Topic: getting US teaching license
Replies: 29
Views: 30118

Re: getting US teaching license

Rafaelchick1 wrote:
> @Psyguy
> I just got issued my Standard License from Hawaii!!! Thanks for the help. Submitted
> on the 2nd and today, the last day of school (June 7th), I received the confirmation
> and made the payment! What a relief!
Congrats. Great news. I have also applied for QTS and they have finally approved it, it took a bit longer than getting a Hawaii license.
by NatashaM
Fri May 03, 2019 12:59 am
Forum: Forum 1. From Questions About ISS & Search to Anything and Everything About International Teaching
Topic: getting US teaching license
Replies: 29
Views: 30118

Re: getting US teaching license

It seems like getting QTS would be the easiest. My plan is to stay international and probably teacher elementary for next couple of years. What would you recommend? If I do Praxis and add elementary to my HI license, would it make a difference when applying for jobs? Is getting CLEAR credential worth it? It sounds like I would have to do a lot of exams...