What is Concurrent Teacher Education Program at Scarborough?
- The Concurrent Teacher Education Program is an excellent choice for graduating secondary school students and first-year university students interested in becoming elementary (primary / junior), or secondary (intermediate / senior) school teachers with a specialization in specific subjects. (Please note-This program is for students who wish to complete their first Undergraduate degree program. If you already have an Undergraduate degree please contact OISE for their Consecutive Teacher Education Program)
- At U of T Scarborough, Concurrent Education Students must apply for a degree with the main subject of study being Math, Physics, Chemistry or French. These subjects can also be combined with Biology. Students specialising at the Intermediate Senior level would have to select a second teachable subject. Second teachable subjects can be selected from a variety of subjects such as: Geography, Biology, History, English, Visual arts, Drama etc...
- The program allows students to complete two undergraduate degrees simultaneously over 5 years.
- After successful completion of the program at U of T Scarborough, students will be granted a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed), plus either a Bachelor of Arts (B.A), or a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) degree, and will qualify for certification as elementary or secondary teachers in Ontario.
What is Special about the Concurrent Teacher Education Program?
- Students have the choice of joining the program directly from secondary school, or after completing one year of undergraduate study at the University of Toronto, or at another accredited university.
- At U of T Scarborough, we focus on teaching subject areas that are in high demand such as French, Math, Chemistry and Physics. Only U of T Scarborough offers specialization in Physics!
- Concurrent Education Students at U of T Scarborough can choose to become elementary or secondary school teachers.
- Concurrent Education Students at the University of Toronto have an opportunity to gain a rich variety of learning and teaching experiences.
- Practical experiences are offered early in the program so that students can hone their teaching skills and explore opportunities to link educational theory and their own learning with the reality of schools and community organizations.
- U of T's Concurrent Teacher Education Program is committed to social justice. The principles of equity, diversity, and conflict resolution are at the core of our program.
- We strive to educate technologically literate teachers. Concurrent Education Students develop and maintain an e-Portfolio over the course of the 5 years in the program.
Opportunities
Volunteer Opportunities available to UTSC CTEP students
| Organisation name | Address | Website | Type of Volunteer opportunities offered |
| Frontier College | 35 Jackes Avenue, Toronto, On, M4T 1E2 | Literacy programs that aid youth and children at shelters in Scarborough | |
| Missions of Success | William J. Davis Public School, 128 East Avenue, Toronto, On, M1C 3L6 | www.geocities.com/ success_learning |
Tutoring in French/ Maths/ Chemistry/ Physics |
| Visions of Science | 55 Greenbrae Circuit, Toronto, On, M1H 1R1 | www.vosnl.org |
Tutoring/ Science club organisers and facilitators/ Curriculum developers etc.
Please click on the following link to see available positions: https://www.talkvos.org/node/113 |
Teaching jobs in Ontario
According to Ontario Teachers Federation, there are three internet sites, approved by the Ministry of Education, which advertise teaching vacancies in Ontario:- Education Canada
- Jobs in Education
- Workopolis
(Teachers may post their résumés free of charge. Many school boards from across Ontario, and in some cases, all of Canada, access these sites to search for suitable candidates). - Local and national newspapers.
- Most teaching positions are advertised in newspapers between January and June each year.
- School Boards - Inquiries regarding possible vacancies in Ontario may also be made directly to the school boards. A listing of Ontario's 72 publicly-funded school boards can be found on the Ministry of Education website at: http://www.edu.gov.on.ca .
Congratulations to all Concurrent Teacher Education year 5 students graduating this June!
Photo by Caz Zyvatkauskas
Student Testimonials
“I chose CTEP Science at UTSC
because teaching has always been
one of my lifelong goals. The
courses such as Child and Adolescent
Development and Equity and Diversity
enhanced my understanding of
cognitive development as well as
issues related to equity, diversity
and inclusion facing teachers and
students.
I had the opportunity to get involved
in classroom activities every year
including the opportunity to sit
in on lessons. I also worked for a
semester with Visions of Science, and
with a special needs student. I feel
confident that I made the correct
decision of choosing this program
and have gained the necessary
experience and confidence to be a
successful teacher.”
Christopher Wiliam Walton
5th Year – CTEP Math
Major – Mathematics & History
"Switching into the Concurrent Teacher Education Program at UTSC after my first year, has been one of the best decision I have ever made. I have always had an interest for teaching and education, and this program has allowed me to even further develop my passion for pedagogy. Every class allows me to critically reflect on the true purpose of education, as well as the importance of the non-academic roles that teachers play in society. Being a CTEP student has been an exciting experience, and I am grateful for all the unique and enriching opportunities I am provided with, as well as the motivational individuals that I have met. ." -Monika Kapica 3rd Year- CTEP Science- Chemistry and Biology
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