Teaching Together (formerly known as Project Overseas (PO) is a joint endeavour of the Canadian Teachers’ Federation (CTF/FCE) and its Member and Associate Organizations to support partners in developing countries as they co-plan and co-deliver professional learning to local teachers. Since 1962, the project has assisted teacher organizations in over 50 countries in Africa, Asia and the Pacific, and the Caribbean. Every July, the project places over 50 volunteers in 10 to 15 countries. Financial support is provided by the CTF/FCE and its Member Organizations.
MAIN OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAM
Teaching Together is a key part of the CTF/FCE’s International and Social Justice Program. It focuses on teachers taking action for:
- Teaching — Canadian teachers work with overseas colleagues to co-plan and co-facilitate workshops for teachers and education workers.
- Teacher Organizations — The program assists Partner Organizations overseas as they strengthen their capacities to provide professional services to their members.
- Gender Equality — The program addresses gender equality for students and teachers, assists in the development of gender-responsive school environments, and works to build awareness around school-related gender-based violence.
Teaching Together is often an integral part of long-term projects that strengthen and promote equitable, high quality, publicly-funded education for all.
CONSIDER PARTICIPATING!
If you are looking for something new in your career or are interested in contributing on a more global scale – Teaching Together might be a good fit for you.
Learn more about the terms of the assignments, how participants are selected, the criteria for applications, and more:
HOW TO APPLY
Teachers wishing to apply for Teaching Together should complete the attached Application Form and submit it to teaching.together@catholicteachers.ca no later than November 1. Applicants who have been short-listed will be invited to an in-person interview, which will be conducted in early December.
If you have questions please contact teaching.together@catholicteachers.ca.
Can I request a preferred country if I am selected?
No. The CTF matches educators where they will do the most good, based on various factors such as the needs identified by the partner organization in the country of assignment, the participant’s background and areas of expertise. You will be informed of your country of assignment when you are notified that you have been selected. This is typically sometime in late January.
What is the cost to me if I am selected as a PO participant?
The CTF will pay all project-related costs including costs of transportation, accommodation and meals both for the orientation in Ottawa and the overseas travel and assignment. We also pay program related costs such as vaccinations not covered by your health plan or travel visas required for the project countries.
Is there training before I go overseas?
Yes. From February to June, you will work with a Team Leader and the rest of your team, with periodic input from the CTF. Also, the CTF provides workshops as part of an orientation for Project Overseas participants in Ottawa the first week in July, before your assignment starts.
What happens if I have to drop out at any point in the process?
Emergencies happen. If there is a situation that arises that could cause you to drop out, please let the CTF or your team leader know immediately. In some cases they can work with you and make minor adjustments to accommodate a situation. If you have to drop out, please contact your provincial or territorial organization and the CTF as soon as possible.