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1 University of Alberta Career and Placement Services (CaPS) Education Monday, January 21 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Butterdome Learn where you can go with your education degree

2 Attend the The Education is designed for students and graduates who are from the Faculty of Education or interested in working in the field of education. Whether you are in your first or final year of study or have already graduated, the Education is your opportunity to network with employers, learn about your career options and get a job. With over 80 organizations attending the Education, students have the opportunity to meet employers from nine different countries. What is CaPS? Career and Placement Services (CaPS) is the department that organizes the Education. But it does more that just the career fair, CaPS is where you can go to plan your career and connect with employers. CaPS offers: online job postings individual consultations with career advisors free brown bag lunch seminars workshops (most are geared to specific faculties and disciplines) five career fairs each year a Resource Centre filled with career and work search related materials career forums with professionals from the community CaPS NetWORK: an newsletter to keep students informed about career information that pertains to their faculty. Sign up on the CaPS website or at the CaPS booth at the Education. Find out what CaPS can do for you. Connect with us: Career and Placement Services (CaPS) Students Union Building (SUB) Phone: caps.infodesk@ualberta.ca 2

3 Making s Work For You 1. Be sure to attend the free seminar, Making s and Career Forums Work for you. There is no pre-registration required and the seminar is free. This seminar takes place in SUB on Wednesday, January 16 from 12:05 to 12:50 p.m. 2. Find out who is attending the Education ahead of time by visiting the CaPS website at 3. Make a list of the organizations you want to make contact with at the career fair. 4. Research the organizations that are of interest attending the career fair. 5. Prepare questions for each organization. For example: a. Do you currently have jobs posted with CaPS? Will you in the near future? b. What skills and experiences do you look for in applicants? c. Do you have any suggestions regarding courses I should take and/or skills I should develop? d. Does your organization provide opportunities for on-going professional development? 6. Practice introducing yourself to employers. Be prepared to tell them your name, your area of study, and what kind of work you are looking for. 7. Have a resume available in case employers ask for it. Be sure that your resume is top-notch. Have your resume critiqued at CaPS beforehand. 8. Wear business casual clothing. You don t need to wear a suit, but you shouldn t wear jeans. 9. After the Education, be sure to make a list of the employers you spoke to and the organizations that tweaked your interest. This list will help you follow-up during your work search. How to build a Teaching Portfolio Learn about what goes into a teaching portfolio and how to assemble an effective portfolio. You will also learn how to present your portfolio at a school board interview. Assembling Your School Board Application Package The resume is only one component of a school board application package. This workshop will teach you about other documentation that is generally included in the package. You will also get tips on how to write an effective cover letter and an autobiographical statement. Saturday, January 5 12:30-2:00 p.m. Saturday, January 12 12:30-2:00 p.m. Tuesday, January 15 4:30-6:00 p.m. Saturday, January 19 12:30-2:00 p.m. Saturday, March 1 12:30-2:00 p.m. This workshop costs $15/student. Please pre-register at CaPS (2-100 SUB). Wednesday, January 9, 5:00-6:30 p.m. Saturday, January 26, 12:30-2:00 p.m. Saturday, February 2, 12:30-2:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 5, 4:30-6:00 p.m. Saturday, March 8, 12:30-2:00 p.m. This workshop costs $15/student. Please pre-register at CaPS (2-100 SUB). 3

4 Alternative Careers in Education By Meaghan Goebel A Bachelor of Education is one of those degrees that will get you places, and not just inside a school. There are entire books written on the subject of alternative careers in education (many of which are available at the CaPS Resource Centre) because the skills you gain are so transferrable. Time-management, strong communication and organizational skills, and leadership training are all part and parcel of your education degree which can be used inside, but equally outside of the classroom. Education graduates have gone on to a myriad of other professions: police officer, probation officer, human resource manager, educational program advisor, outreach coordinator, park naturalist, and even adventure travel specialist. The list goes on but what these jobs all share is an emphasis on people skills, communication abilities, and organizational strengths which, as education graduates, you all share! If you are looking for a bit of an adventure before starting a full time position, an out-of-country experience can be financially supplemented by teaching English as a foreign language. This can give a candidate practical, hands on knowledge of an exotic and exciting teaching field, with the added bonus of life-lessons that can only be learned away from home. (A good place to start is: Don t let classroom walls limit your thinking when there are so many great options available. Come to the CaPS Resource Centre and check out these valuable resources: 101 Career Alternatives for Teachers, Career Opportunities in Education, and, What Can You Do With a Major in Education? Summer JobFair Thursday, January a.m. to 4 p.m. Butterdome, University of Alberta 4

5 CaPS Workshops and Seminars Build a Resume That gets Noticed Attend the workshop 4.0 Resumes for Students in Education and learn valuable information on creating a resume that will help you get the job you want. Saturday, January 5 10:00-11:30 a.m. Thursday, January 10 4:30-6:00 p.m. Saturday, January 12 10:00-11:30 a.m. Saturday, January 19 10:00-11:30 a.m. Saturday, March 1 10:00-11:30 a.m. The cost is $25/student and includes a voucher for an individual resume and cover letter consultation. Please pre-register at CaPS (2-100 SUB). Learn at Lunch CaPS offers a series of free brown bag seminars. All seminars are at CaPS (2-100 SUB) and there is no pre-registration required. Moving to the head of the class: Looking for teaching positions Thursday, January 10, 12:35-1:20 p.m. Friday, January 18, 12:05-12:50 p.m. Thursday, March 6, 12:35-1:20 p.m. Putting your B.Ed. to work outside of the classroom Tuesday, January 29, 12:35-1:20 p.m. Looking for work as a substitute teacher Thursday, February 7, 12:35-1:20 p.m. Learn how to Ace Your Job Interview Do you have an interview coming up that you need to prepare for? Are you planning ahead and want to be prepared for future job interviews? Learn how to answer interview questions and prepare for the interview in this workshop. Wednesday, January 16, 4:30-6:00 p.m. Saturday, January 26, 10:00-11:30 a.m. Saturday, February 2, 10:00-11:30 a.m. Saturday, March 8, 10:00-11:30 a.m. The cost is $25/student and includes a voucher for an individual resume and cover letter consultation. Please pre-register at CaPS (2-100 SUB). 5

6 Meet a Career Advisor Join an Rocky View School Division No. 41 exciting division with opportunities for growth Rocky View School Division No. 41 is shaped like a horseshoe around the west, east, and north of the City of Calgary. The Division is the sixth fastest growing jurisdiction in the province, and offers a unique diversity of settings schools in Canada s fastest growing towns and cities! A CaPS career advisor can help you: learn strategies and resources for identifying your career options and finding work critique your resume or c.v. practice your interview skills Drop by CaPS in SUB to make an appointment. A consultation costs $20 for students and is one hour long. Rocky View is looking for dynamic learners who want to kick-off their career in a growing jurisdiction! We encourage the continuation of learning for teachers leaving the university and entering the working world. Oppor- Access to divisional curriculum and instruction support team Access to funding for conferences, courses and workshops Opportunity to enroll in Principal Leadership Development Program health care spending account. or contact the Human Resource Department at The education doesn t stop here! 6

7 BOSCO HOMES SCHOOL AUTHORITY Bosco Homes Schools is a small private school jurisdiction with four schools in the Edmonton and surrounding area. We are funded by Alberta Education and adhere to the Alberta Education K 12 Program of Studies. Our students have special education and programming needs, many with emotional and behavioral disabilities. Our programming is widely recognized and includes a professional staff of teachers, team teachers and education assistants that provide specialized classrooms. Our staff are professional leaders in these specialized programs and have access to various professional development opportunities. Classroom sizes range from six to eleven students with a teaching staff from two to four. We have a student to staff ratio of 3 to 1. Teacher salaries range between $46,962 to $80,570 and we offer a very good benefit package. Please contact: Bosco Homes School Authority c/o Don Church, Director of Education Avenue, Edmonton, AB T5C 1V7 Phone: (780) ext. 233, Fax: (780) dchurch@boscohomes.ca Website: Saskatchewan Rivers School Division operates 33 schools in Prince Albert City and area. The Division is a blend of rural and urban education. It is the third largest public school division in Saskatchewan with 530 teachers and an enrolment of 8,900 students. Beginning teachers are attracted to our area because of the excellent professional, recreational and lifestyle opportunities. Our system provides extra support to beginning teachers by way of mentoring, professional development and administrative/consultative services. Specialty areas (other than K-12 classroom teachers) that we target when recruiting are: Practical and Applied Arts French Immersion Special Education Candidates are invited to submit applications, including resume, internship report and the names and contact numbers of three references to: Human Resources - Teachers Saskatchewan Rivers School Division th Street East Prince Albert, SK S6V 1B1 Telephone: (306) teachers@srsd119.ca Band/Music Physical Education High School Science/Math We look forward to meeting you at the. 7

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9 Education Chilliwack School District is a vibrant educational community with over 700 teachers serving 12,000 K-12 students. Live. Work. Grow. You can do all three with the Chilliwack School District. Smalltown feel with big-city facilities, close to Vancouver in the beautiful Fraser Valley, Chilliwack is where you come for the great opportunities and stay for the lifestyle. At work, you ll find a close-knit, supportive team and great professional development opportunities. Our mentorship program pairs newly minted teachers with experienced colleagues to share strategies, ideas and techniques. We re looking for passionate, committed professionals to forge a career in an exceptional, progressive school district. And you ll be living in a beautiful region, brimming with professional and recreational opportunities for you, and your family. Visit us online at M45320 Graduate G raduate Studies Studies at at Trinity Trinity W Western estern University University Advance yyour Advance our ccareer. areer. IIt s t s easier easier tthan han yyou ou tthink. hink. Choose an MA or certificate e program that will enhance you yourr career,, not interrupt it. With career h a combination of online and ssummer ummer llearning, earning, our progra ams are designed for teachers programs difference who want to make a differen nce in their schools by becoming principled, proficient, valuesvalues-based -based leaders. MA in Leadership: Education Stream; MA in TESOL; Humanities MA in Interdisciplinary Huma nities 7600 Glover Road, Langley 7 Langley,, B.C. C g gradadmissions@twu.ca w 9

10 Catholic Education in a n Academically Strong Tea ching Environment Servi ng Students in Rural and Sem i-urban Are as n ear Calgary ~ Fa st Gro wing, Always Hiring Visit our booth to reserv e an interv iew time mer.ab.ca hrcoordinat or@redeemer.ab.ca Medicine Hat School District No. 76 Where Kids Count Rewarding careers happen here If you value working in a collaborative community that welcomes innovation, energy and enthusiasm... then we need to talk! Please visit us at our Booth during the, or check us out on-line at Located within the boundaries of the City of Medicine Hat, Alberta, Medicine Hat School District No. 76 serves a rich and diverse community of learners. Our educational community includes: 12 elementary schools one senior high school one 7-12 school outreach programs one middle school Teach in England or Australia Ever thought of teaching in a different country? Protocol Education can place Primary, Secondary and Special Needs Teachers throughout England on a long-term, short-term and casual basis and Australia in short-term and casual posts. From the thriving hub of London or Sydney to quaint villages and bustling provincial towns, we can cater to your teaching needs. We offer high rates of pay, guaranteed work, frequent professional development, ongoing support, monetary incentives and the freedom to work as much or as little as you like! Toll Free: Direct: (905) canada@protocol-education.com Developing Tomorrow s Citizens 10

11 If you are focused on improving student achievement and committed to helping more students complete high school, we invite you to consider a future with Edmonton Public Schools. Our District provides services to approximately 80,000 students in over 200 school and learning sites throughout Edmonton. New teachers have many opportunities for continued learning and career advancement. They also receive support from New Teacher Services and Mentorship Programs. Our District is committed to excellence and hires based on merit. We value diversity and welcome applications from all qualified teachers who wish to become part of our team. To learn more about our District and our application process, visit Applications can be submitted to: Personnel Recruitment and Staffing, Edmonton Public Schools, Centre for Education, One Kingsway, Edmonton, AB T5H 4G9 Edmonton Public Schools accepts teacher applications on an ongoing basis throughout the year Get more out of your teaching career Motivated students - excellent new schools For an altoge t We are looking for great teachers and administrators s who are ready to Take the leap and teach in Sweden Our leading schools are characterised cteri by a calm working environment nmen where teachers can teach and students s can learn. For an altogether ther better teaching experience erience join our team and teach in Sweden. New and established schools in beautiful ul locations across the country await a your application. Applicants do not need to be able to speak Swedish. Positions opening in January and August, to teach all l subjects and to all year groups between 10 and 19 year-olds. To learn more about our educational philosophy, the many benefits of life in Sweden, the rewards of a career in our expanding organisation o and how we assist you make the move, go to ww.e e/ e s You are welcome to visit our bootho at the Career e Fair where e you can learn more about your opportunities o ies and request est an interview. ew You can also sign up to our online applications database ase so that t Principals can make contact with you regarding g future vacancies. ci ww.engelska.se/carew ers International a English Schools in Sweden en Building Brighter Futures ur 11

12 List of Exhibitors As of November 30, 2007 ABC Head Start Edmonton, AB Alberta Education Edmonton, AB Alberta Motor Association Edmonton, AB applytoeducation.com Toronto, ON Assoc of Independent Schools & Colleges in Alberta (AISCA) Edmonton, AB Bilken University School of English Language Ankara Turkey Black Gold Regional Schools Nisku, AB Bosco Homes School Authority Edmonton, AB Boys & Girls Clubs of Edmonton Edmonton, AB Buffalo Trail Public Schools Regional Division No. 28 Wainwright, AB Calgary Academy - Calgary, AB Calgary Board of Education Calgary, AB Calgary Catholic School District Calgary, AB Canadian Connection Toronto, ON Chilliwack School District #33 Chilliwack, BC Chinook s Edge School Division No. 73 Innisfail, AB Christ the Redeemer Catholic Schools Okotoks, AB Council of Ministers of Education Canada Edmonton, AB Edmonton Catholic Schools Edmonton, AB Edmonton Public Schools Edmonton, AB Education Canada Network Kelowna, BC Elk Island Catholic SRD #41 Sherwood Park, AB Elk Island Public Schools Sherwood Park, AB Elves Special Needs Society Edmonton, AB Fort McMurray Catholic School District Fort McMurray, AB Fort Vermilion School Division #52 Fort Vermilion, AB Foundations for the Future Charter Academy Calgary, AB Golden Hills School Division No. 75 Strathmore, AB Gov t of the NWT Yellowknife, NT Grande Prairie & District Catholic Schools Grande Prairie, AB Grande Yellowhead Regional Division No. 35 Edson, AB Greater St. Albert Catholic Schools St. Albert, AB Hess Educational Organization Bowmanville, ON (recruiting for Taiwan) High Prairie School Division High Prairie, AB Holy Spirit Catholic School Lethbridge, AB Impact Teachers London, England International English Schools of Sweden Orebro, Sweden Lakeland Catholic Board of Education No. 150 Bonnyville, AB Living Waters CRD No. 42 Whitecourt, AB Lloydminster Public School Division Lloydminster, AB Meadow Lake Tribal Council Meadow Lake, SK Medicine Hat School District No. 76 Medicine Hat, AB Miyo Wahkohtowin Education Authority Hobbema, AB Northern Gateway Regional Division #10 Whitecourt, AB Northern Lights School Division #113 La Ronge, SK Northern Lights School Division #69 Bonnyville, AB Northland School Division No. 61 Peace River, AB Oak Hills Boys Ranch Bon Accord, AB Palliser Regional Schools Lethbridge, AB Peace River School Division No. 10 Peace River, AB Pembina Hills Regional Division No. 7 Barrhead, AB Prairie Rose School Division Dunmore, AB Protocol Education Newmarket, ON (recruiting for England & Australia) REd teachers Rochester & London, England Resource Ed Australia Monbulk, Victoria, Australia Rocky View School Division No. 41 Airdrie, AB Saskatchewan Rivers School Division Prince Albert, SK School District #73 (Kamloops/Thompson) Kamloops, BC School District No. 60 (Peace River North) Fort St. John, BC Siksika Board of Education Siksika, AB Smart Teachers Canterbury, New Zealand St. Albert Protestant Schools St. Albert, AB St. Paul Education Regional Division No. 1 St. Paul, AB St. Thomas Aquinas Leduc, AB Sturgeon School Division Morinville, AB Tec de Monterrey High School Monterrey, Mexico TimePlan Education Group London, England Trinity Western University Langley, BC U of A, Career and Placement Services (CaPS) Edmonton, AB Uteach Recruitment Coatbridge, Scotland Visiting International Faculty Program Carleton Place, ON Wild Rose Public Schools Rocky Mountain House, AB World Financial Group (98 Ave Branch) Edmonton, AB Yellowhead Tribal College Edmonton, AB From classroom to career: Works! Students Union Building University of Alberta Edmonton, AB Canada T6G 2J7 Phone: (780) Fax: (780)