Since 1962, Project Overseas has assisted teacher organizations in over 50 countries in Africa, Asia and the Pacific, and the Caribbean. This is a voluntary position that is financially supported by the Canadian Teachers’ Federation (CTF) and the Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario (ETFO). Each year, 16 ETFO members are selected to participate in Project Overseas.
ETFO members who are selected to participate in Project Overseas present professional learning workshops to teachers in host countries. In July, participants attend CTF’s training in Ottawa prior to their international placements which typically last between three to five weeks.
Updates about Project Overseas 2022
The Canadian Teachers' Federation (CTF/FCE) is currently assessing the feasibility of Project Overseas 2022 given the uncertainty of COVID-19, international travel guidelines, local contexts in destination countries and capacity within partner organizations. CTF/FCE member organizations, including ETFO, will receive further information about Project Overseas 2022 by mid-October 2021.
General Information about Project Overseas
ETFO members who are interested in applying to Project Overseas are encouraged to visit
CTF’s website and review resources such as the brochure and FAQs.
For Project Overseas testimonials from ETFO members,
click here.
Selection Criteria for ETFO Members
An ETFO member interested in applying to Project Overseas must:
- be a Canadian citizen;
- hold a Canadian passport, valid until at least July 2023;
- have a valid teaching certificate;
- have a minimum of five years of Canadian teaching experience;
- possess strong curriculum planning, classroom management, differentiated instruction, assessment/evaluation and/or technology in education skills;
- be in excellent health and able to work in developing country conditions;
- have active federation involvement;
- have a commitment to social justice, gender equity and building teacher solidarity;
- have leadership experience in their schools and communities; and
- have professionalism, teamwork, flexibility and adaptability while working as a guest in another country.
The ETFO Application Process
ETFO participants are recommended to the Executive by ETFO’s International Assistance Committee after applicants have successfully progressed through a two-stage selection process that includes a thorough review of the application package and telephone interviews for selected candidates.
Questions & Contact
For additional information about Project Overseas, contact Punita Bhardwaj at (416) 962-3836 or toll-free 888-838-3836 ext. 2236 or email
pbhardwaj@etfo.org.
NOTE: This website section can be accessed with the following web address: http://etfoprojectoverseas.ca
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