Teachers: Alternative Careers
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In BC, elementary school and kindergarten teachers teach basic subjects such as reading, writing, arithmetic, science and social studies, or specialized subjects like special education or second language instruction. Secondary school teachers prepare and teach academic, technical, career preparation and specialty subjects in secondary schools.
You may find that your international training and experience as a teacher are not immediately accepted in B.C. The skills you have acquired as a teacher (patience, understanding, strong communication) can be used in these alternative careers:
- Early childhood educators and assistants
- Elementary and secondary school teacher assistants
- Instructors of persons with disabilities