International Opportunities

Teaching Together 2026

(formerly Project Overseas)

Teaching Together is a joint endeavour of the Canadian Teachers’ Federation and Saskatchewan Teachers’ Federation. We are seeking English and/or French-speaking teachers to volunteer their time and talents to co-plan and co-deliver professional learning to teachers in Africa and the Caribbean in partnership with their teacher organizations. Over 50 Canadian teachers volunteer for this program in July each year.

Application requirements

• Canadian passport valid until at least six months following the end of the program.
• Member of the Saskatchewan Teachers’ Federation and hold a valid teacher’s certificate.
• Completed at least five years of teaching in Canada by July 2026.
• Excellent health and ability to work in potentially challenging conditions.
• High standards of professionalism and personal conduct.
• Evidence of flexibility and mature judgment.
• Willingness to put the team and program needs above personal needs.

STF selection criteria

• Demonstrated experience and success in working within diverse cultural contexts with consideration for gender, language, socio-economic status and religion.
• Demonstrated experience and success in supporting teacher leadership and the enhancement of teacher efficacy.
• An understanding of and practical experience with the principles of successful professional development for teachers including:
  • Facilitation of adult learning.
  • Broad range of instructional strategies and approaches.
  • Peer coaching.
  • Principled teacher supervision and evaluation.
  • Awareness of personal and professional flexibility.

Program-related expenses including travel and shared living accommodation are covered by the CTF and STF, however participants will not receive payment for this volunteer assignment. No family or friends are permitted to accompany participants during pre-departure orientation or overseas programs.

Please see Related Links for further information.
Interviews will be held on Monday, November 24, 2025 in Saskatoon.

Please complete both the CTF and STF applications and submit by Friday, November 21, 2025 to:

Member Experiences and Operations
2317 Arlington Avenue
Saskatoon SK S7J 2H8

[email protected]

Contact us with any questions:

306-373-1660
1-800-667-7762

Professional Development Program – India

Professional Development Program – India is on hold until further notice.