Typical Positions and Certifications
Teachers and Administrators include a variety of positions, from teacher to principal, and even Superintendent. Read on to learn more about each position, and what you need to become start making a future in BC’s classrooms.
Teacher-on-Call (TOC)
Casual or substitute public school teacher of various subjects from Kindergarten to grade 12. Most TOCs in BC are certified, however in some districts non certificated people are hired.
BC College of Teachers Certificate required.
Full Certification Details:
www.bcct.ca
Teacher
Public school teacher of various subjects from Kindergarten to grade 12. This may include those specialized positions such as counsellor, librarian, learning assistance teacher, and others.
BC College of Teachers Certificate. For some specialist positions, additional training including master’s degrees will be required.
Full Certification Details:
www.bcct.ca
Vice-principal
Vice-principals work with the principal in providing administrative and educational leadership within K-12 public schools. This includes the organization of school programs, long-term planning for the school and supporting, coordinating and supervising the educational welfare of students.
BC College of Teachers Certificate. For some specialist positions, additional training including master’s degrees will be required.
Full Certification Details:
www.bcct.ca
Principal
The principal is responsible for the overall administration and operation of the school in a manner consistent with local policies and provincial guidelines. Further, the principal oversees the implementation of the district priorities, educational programs and the development of the School Plan and is responsible for the educational welfare of students.
A Master’s or equivalent degree in a relevant field and senior educational leadership in a school system may be required. Eligible membership in the BC College of Teachers is necessary to be appointed to this position.
Full Certification Details:
www.bcct.ca
Director of Instruction
The Director of Instruction is a district level leadership position often responsible for student curriculum, professional development programs, and special education services.
A Master’s or equivalent degree in a relevant field and senior educational leadership in a school system may be required. Eligible membership in the BC College of Teachers is necessary to be appointed to this position.
Full Certification Details:
www.bcct.ca
Assistant/Associate Superintendent
These are senior management positions which have responsibility for the general supervision of schools in the district, for the implementation of approved programs, for the evaluation of staff and programs. They also ensure that close contact is maintained with principals, staff and the school community.
A Master’s or equivalent degree in a relevant field and senior educational leadership in a school system may be required. Eligible membership in the BC College of Teachers is necessary to be appointed to this position.
Full Certification Details:
www.bcct.ca
Superintendent
The Superintendent is the Chief Executive Officer of a school district responsible for the supervision of schools, implementation of approved programs, evaluation of senior staff, overseeing of district budgets and reporting to the Board of Education.
A Master’s or equivalent degree in a relevant field and senior educational leadership in a school system may be required. Eligible membership in the BC College of Teachers is necessary to be appointed to this position.
Full Certification Details:
www.bcct.ca
