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VIT police check changes for Canadians

admin — Thu, 05 Feb 2009 23:56:30 +0000

VIT has changed their requirements for police checks from Canadians. You must now get your police check done by RCMP. If you are in Canada you can get electronic fingerprints done and make sure to check the ‘Vulnerable Sector’. The good news is, you should get your results within a week!

If you are outside of Canada you will need to get fingerprints taken and have these sent to RCMP. This can take up to 120 days so it is best to get the electronic fingerprints done before you leave Canada.

Useful Links:
http://www.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/cr-cj/fing-empr2-eng.htm
http://www.commissionaires.ca/

Calling Australia or phoning home!

admin — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 03:10:27 +0000

Overseas Calling Australia

Dial 011 for any international call.
Dial the country code (61 for Australia)
Dial the area code (3 for Victoria, 4 for cell phones) and phone number

Calling Overseas from Australia:

Dial 0011 for any international call.
Dial the country code (add another 1 to denote Canada/USA’s code; 44 for UK)
Dial the area code and phone number
For a collect call – call the Canadian operator 1-800-881-150 or 0 for information

Not Sure What Time it is in Other Parts of the World?

http://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/

Who Can Teach in Australia?

admin — Sat, 06 Sep 2008 09:34:25 +0000

Get Help when You Set-up in Australia:

- Prep to Year 12, all subject areas welcome.

- Casual Relief & Contract Work for Primary & Secondary Teachers in Schools Across Melbourne.

- Secondary Teacher Contracts in Queensland and Northern Territory.

When You Should Teach in Australia

admin — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 06:57:54 +0000

Knowing when to travel and teach overseas is critical in the decision making process but it can also effect your enjoyment once overseas.

First things first: WHY are you thinking about teaching overseas?

Are you trying to run away from something? Are you bored? Are you unhappy where you are? Is it your only option? If you can say ”YES” to any of these questions, then you might want to rethink your plans.

Going overseas to travel is one thing, but to live and work overseas is a whole other ball game. Keep in mind (that even from the other side of the world) if there are problems at home, they will still find their way to you. Worse, you won’t have your usual friends and family to support you through them which makes it even more difficult.

And, If You Really Are Ready to Teach Overseas:

Make sure you are interested in traveling and teaching overseas because of the adventure, the experience, and please make sure to go with an open mind.

You will have many things to deal with, including new: culture; curriculum; home; school/schools; friends; currency; and possibly language.

The teachers who enjoy themselves the most while teaching oversease are those that are willing to ‘give anything a shot’. Being flexible, open-minded, and taking the opportunity to enjoy travelling during your experience is essential.

Teaching abroad is a fantastic opportunity and one you will cherish forever, but just remember to think it through before making the leap overseas.