Being an Occasional Teacher can be challenging. In this section you’ll find a variety of resources to assist you that are not specifically related to the curriculum. Here you’ll find information on everything from coping with stress to Employment Insurance.
A to Z of being an OT
Sample Professional Teaching Portfolios
This website has some examples of teaching portfolios. Verify with your School Board if there is an expectation to produce a teaching portfolio when attending an interview as this practice varies across the province of Ontario. Never use students pictures without parental permission.
Sample Professional Teaching Portfolios
Concussion Protocol and Tools
The Ontario Physical Education Safety Guidelines has concussion information and procedures for the components of prevention, identification and management. These areas are always evolving with new research. Make sure to check your Board’s policies and procedures on this matter.
Creating Asthma Friendly Environments
The goal of this website is to provide recommendations and resources for organizations to develop asthma friendly and supportive environments for children and youth.
Creating Asthma Friendly Environments
50 Healthy School Lunch Ideas for Teachers
OCT Duty to Report
This professional advisory on the duty to report applies to all members of the Ontario College of Teachers.
Possible Interview Questions
Be prepared for your teaching interview by practicing possible interview questions.
Jobs in Education
The Ontario College of Teachers’ website lists the approved Ontario Ministry of Education websites used by school boards in Ontario to recruit teachers.
10 Things Every New Teacher Needs to Know
This inspiring list of advice and encouragement for new teachers was created by various educators’ words of wisdom.
10 Things Every New Teacher Needs to Know
Professionalism
Failure to maintain professional standards can result in allegations of professional misconduct. This ETFO PRS matters bulletin answers, “What does ‘professionalism’ mean?”
To Volunteer or Not? Volunteering during the Instructional Day
There are a number of circumstances in which ETFO members may feel they should volunteer in schools. This ETFO PRS Matters Bulletin informs members of the ongoing risk and limited protection and provides tips to those who volunteer.
To Volunteer or Not? Volunteering during the Instructional Day