Frequently Asked Questions
What are the MT program specializations?
There are three program specializations to choose from:
- Primary/Junior (Kindergarten to grade 6)
- Junior/Intermediate (grades 4 – 10)
- Intermediate/Senior (grades 7 – 12)
What are the advantages of getting an MT degree?
The two year program provides you with additional time to:
· study a range of educational issues
· develop as a teacher
· acquire a wide range of teaching strategies
· deepen knowledge of curriculum
· conduct research
· qualify for doctoral studies
What are the application requirements for the MT Program?
Applications (which are submitted on-line) are normally reviewed based on the following application requirements:
- the equivalent of a University of Toronto four-year bachelor's degree with standing equivalent to a University of Toronto mid-B or better in the final year;
- related age-specific experience (classroom volunteer, coaching, community volunteer…);
- a statement of intent in which applicants describe three significant teaching and/or teaching-related experiences that they have had, especially with groups of children. With reference to these experiences, applicants should identify insights gained about teaching and learning, and explain how, based on these insights, they might contribute to the education of students in today's schools; and
- two reference letters.
What specific applications requirements are there for the three programs?
1) Primary/Junior: (JK-6)
Applicants who apply to this specialization will be eligible to teach children from junior kindergarten to grade 6.
2) Junior/Intermediate: (grade 4-10)
Applicants who apply to this specialization will be eligible to teach children from grades 4 to 10. pplicants applying to the J/I specialization must select one subject from the list below:
Teaching Subject Prerequisite
English Three full university courses in English
French (second language) Five full university courses in French, as well as written and spoken proficiency demonstrated through tests administered at the time of admission
Geography Three full university courses in Geography
Health and Physical Education No prerequisites required
History Three full university courses in History
Math Three full university courses in Mathematics
Music-Instrumental Three full university courses in instrumental music or
demonstrated proficiency in brass, winds and strings.
Music-Vocal Three full university courses in music or appropriate background in music
Science-General Three full university courses in Science. Note: Only Science-General is offered at OISE/UT
Visual Arts Three full university courses in Visual Arts or post-secondary equivalent. Candidates much have studio-oriented experience.
3) Intermediate/Senior: (grade 7-12)
Applicants who apply to this specialization will be eligible to teach children from grades 7 to 12. Please note that you must select one teaching subject from the following list as your first teaching subject and one as their second teaching subject:
Teaching Subject
English
History
Science-Biology
Mathematics
Prerequisites:
· Five full university courses in the first teaching subject and two full courses in the second teaching subject.
· In the case of CTL7023Y: Science - Biology, five full university courses in Science with a minimum of four of them in the area of Biology, are required regardless of whether it is the first or second teaching subject.
We are currently offering the following 4 teachables:
History,
English,
Mathematics,
Science-Biology.
NOTE: Students must select two. Any combination of the two is fine.
What types of prior experiences is the Master of Teaching program looking for?
Good teachers have a lot of experience with children, families, communities and educational activities. Applicants need to demonstrate their past and present engagement in education-related environments. Prior experience working with children of the appropriate age for the program to which you are applying is important. Recent teaching experiences in a classroom or in other informal educational or community-based settings are ideal. We do not have a specific number of hours or years of experience that we recommend applicants have. We strongly encourage applicants to list all experiences teaching and/or working with children on their resume.
How many references do I need?
You need two references: one academic reference from a professor, and one professional reference from an employer for whom you worked with children. If you have been out of University for over 3 years, we will accept two professional reference letters.
Where can I find more information about admission requirements and applying online?
http://www.oise.utoronto.ca/ro/Graduate_Studies_In_Education/Applying_to_Graduate_Studies/index.html
Where do I mail my supporting documentation required in the application process?
Graduate Admissions Unit
Registrar’s Office, OISE/UT
252 Bloor St W
4th floor
Toronto, Ontario M5S 1V6
Please do not send any supporting documentation (i.e. transcripts) to the department. Everything must be sent to the Graduate Admissions Unit.
What if my contact information has changed? Whom do I contact?
416-978-1682
Please email the revised information to the Graduate Admissions Unit (GAU). Be sure to include your full name and applicant number in the email. It is imperative you notify us promptly of any changes in case we need to contact you.
Successful applicants will need to submit the following documents:
· Photocopy of Canadian birth certificate, or, if not born in Canada, documents showing the basis upon which you are present in Canada
· Criminal Reference Check (OESC card)
If I am already a certified teacher to teach in Ontario can I still apply?
If you are already certified to teach in Ontario then the Master of Teaching program is not for you. Our program leads to a master’s degree and a Certificate of Qualification for teaching in Ontario. The MT program is not intended for qualified teachers.
Please visit the OISE website where you can find a graduate program that suits your needs
If I am an international student can I still apply?
International students can apply to the program and will graduate with a Master of Teaching Degree. Upon completion, you will be recommended to the Ontario College of Teachers to receive a Certificate of qualification for Teaching in Ontario. Please note: the Ontario College of Teachers will not issue a Certificate of Qualification for Teaching in Ontario unless you have a valid Social Insurance Number (SIN).
International students who complete the MT program will graduate with a Master of Teaching Degree, but will not get a Certificate of Qualification for Teaching in Ontario from Ontario College of Teachers unless they have a valid Social Insurance Number. Individuals who can apply for the Social Insurance Number are Canadian citizens, Landed immigrants, Permanent Residents of Canada, or individuals who have a work permit to work in Canada.
More Information on the Social Insurance Number
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