Centre for Career and Personal Development Degree Profiles
Faculty of Education
As leaders in the classroom and the community, teachers play a central role in shaping the minds of future generations.
Key Skills & Knowledge
- Identify individual and collective learning needs
- Plan and deliver instruction for students working within approved curriculum
- Role model positive relationships and communication for children and youth
- Meet with parents and address concerns
- Organize, manage and potentially supervise Teacher Assistants and parent volunteers
- Consult with other professionals to support individual student needs and development
- Assess and evaluate student progress
- Participate in meetings, seminars and professional development
- Manage logistics such as injuries, family emergencies and forgotten items like lunches
- Supervise or organize extra-curricular and after school events
- Assign and provide feedback on homework and prepare and grade tests
- Identify and implement remedial programs for students who need additional support
Knowledge, Skills and Attributes (KSA’s) of Teaching Professionals
Sample Job Titles
Please note some of these positions may require further training, certification or education. Check out the occupational profiles to review the full details for the occupations that interest you at alis.alberta.ca/occinfo
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Potential Industries
Teachers in Alberta are regulated through the Alberta's School Act and Certification of Teachers Regulation. School teachers must be certificated by Alberta Education.
Teachers can work in:
- Private, public and charter school systems
- Hospitals and other institutions
- Government departments
- Community agencies
- Residential settings
Aligned Majors
The program offers preparation in Elementary Education (Grades 1 - 6) and Secondary Education (Grades 7 to 12) with a focus on the following specializations: http://educ.ucalgary.ca/upe/node/273
Associations & Professional Development
Additional Resources
Did You Know?
Formal Career Assessments like the Strong Interest Inventory and the Myers Briggs Type Indicator can be helpful tools for your career development. These assessments have been used for decades to help individuals choose a major, explore career options during and upon completion of a degree and to further understand yourself in relationship to the world of work. Inquire with Career Services if you are interested in these formal assessments.
Key Contacts
Faculty Contact
Education Tower, Second Floor, Room 230
T: 403.220-5639
E: upe@ucalgary.ca
W: educ.ucalgary.ca/upe/
Clubs on Campus:
Education Students' Association
Centre for Career and Personal Development
MacEwan Student Centre, Room 188
T: 403.220.8020
E: csstdnt@ucalgary.ca
W: ucalgary.ca/careers
