Teacher Preparation

Teach For Canada’s Summer Enrichment Program

The Summer Enrichment Program (SEP) is the cornerstone of Teach For Canada’s community-focused preparation program. It is led by Indigenous leaders, northern teachers, and education experts. It helps teachers to learn about the histories and cultures of northern First Nations, to adopt culturally-relevant pedagogies, to visit a partner First Nation, and to establish effective self-care practices.

See the 2019 Summer Enrichment Program Agenda and Presenter Biographies for the 2019 Summer Enrichment Program.

A Preparation Program

Focus 1: Culture

Teachers learn about First Nations’ histories, cultures, languages, traditions, and contemporary realities.

Focus 2: Community

Teachers meet with members of the First Nations where they will teach to ask community-specific questions. Teachers also travel to one of our community partners for a four-night experiential learning trip.

Focus 3: Classroom

Teachers learn culturally-responsive pedagogy, outdoor education, and classroom strategies. They are coached to develop professional and personal goals and concrete self-care strategies.

When

2-3 weeks in the summer of 2020. Check back soon for confirmed dates!

Where

Lakehead University (Thunder Bay) and a visit to a northern community partner

Why

Prepare you for teaching and living in the North

How

Teachers participate in facilitator-led workshops and interactive activities. Teach For Canada covers all costs including transportation, accommodation, and meals.

Who

All Teach for Canada teachers must attend
Indigenous leaders, northern teachers, and education experts will
lead sessions
Education directors and principals from community partners will
join for several days
Many Teach For Canada teachers and staff will join