At Work People in this group work in private and public elementary schools. This occupation also includes elementary school librarians and special education teachers. Education, Training and Experience People in this occupation require a bachelor's degree in education and a provincial teaching certificate.
Most recent entrants have an undergraduate university degree.
They need additional training or specialization during their bachelor's degree studies to specialize in special education. They need an additional certificate or specialization during their bachelor's degree studies to teach English or French as a second language. With experience, they may progress to positions such as education consultant or school principal. The proportion of part-time workers in this occupation has increased significantly over the last ten years. Over the next five years, this outlook is not expected to change, as the number of job openings is expected to be matched by the number of qualified job seekers.