In case you love what you do and think of immigrating to Canada, teaching positions offering a visa sponsorship in 2025 can be an opportunity of your lifetime. Being in need of qualified teachers in provinces, particularly rural and bilingual ones, Canadian employers are becoming more willing to hire competent foreign educators on a visa-sponsored teaching position.
Today, in this guide, I will introduce you to how to get teaching jobs in Canada, which regions did hire, the working visa opportunities, and actual salaries (such as 30 CAD/hour and more), and how you can do it all, even when you are overseas.
Why Canada Needs International Teachers in 2025
Canada continues to face teacher shortages in multiple sectors:
- K-12 schools (particularly in Alberta, Saskatchewan and Ontario)
- French-language school
- Special education
To satisfy this requirement, a great number of schools and districts have been allowed to sponsor overseas workers inside the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) of Canada or even in Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs).
Job Types that are in Demand
| Teaching Role | Average Pay (CAD/hour) |
|---|---|
| Early Childhood Educator (ECE) | $18–$30/hr |
| Primary School Teacher | $25–$40/hr |
| Secondary School Teacher | $28–$45/hr |
| Special Education Teacher | $30–$50/hr |
| ESL / English Language Instructor | $20–$35/hr |
Work Visa Options for Teachers in Canada
In case you are hired by a licensed employer in Canada they shall sponsor you or others on their behalf on the following:
1. Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP)
- Needs the Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA)
- Employer must prove no Canadian was available
- Visa issued after job offer + LMIA approval
2. Express Entry (with Provincial Nomination)
- Teachers may qualify under Federal Skilled Worker (FSW)
- Certain provinces nominate teachers directly (like Manitoba, Nova Scotia)
3. Atlantic Immigration Program
- For teachers offered jobs in smaller Atlantic provinces (Newfoundland, PEI, Nova Scotia, etc.)
Provinces Hiring Teachers With Sponsorship (2025)
| Province | Roles in Demand | Sponsorship Offered |
|---|---|---|
| Ontario | French teachers, ECE, Math | Yes (via TFWP & PNP) |
| Alberta | Rural teachers, English, STEM | Yes |
| Nova Scotia | ESL, French, Early Education | Yes (AIP & PNP) |
| Saskatchewan | Math, Science, Bilingual | Yes |
| British Columbia | Special Ed, ECE | Yes |
In My Story: How I Applied and Got an Offer of a Teaching Job in Canada
Towards the end of the year 2024, I made a choice to seek employment in Canada as an educator. This is how I did it in steps:
Step 1: Got My Credentials Evaluated
I used WES Canada to get my teaching degree and experience recognized. I also prepared a Canadian-style resume.
Step 2: Applied Through Trusted Job Portals
- Job Bank Canada
- Teach Away
- EduCanada
- LinkedIn – search “Visa Sponsorship Teacher Canada”
Step 3: Contacted Employers With LMIA Licenses
Many schools clearly mentioned “LMIA available” in their job listings. I tailored my cover letters and highlighted:
- My teaching certifications
- IELTS results
- My willingness to relocate
After three interviews, I landed an early childhood teaching job in Nova Scotia, paying 30 CAD/hour, with visa sponsorship through the Atlantic Immigration Program.
The documents required
- Passport and resume (Canadian style)
- ECA( Education Credential Assessment )
- IELTS (General or Academic-reliant on position)
- Teaching license (if applicable)
- Reference letters from schools/employers
- Police certificate & medical exam (for visa)
Benefits of Sponsored Teaching Jobs in Canada
- Legal right to live and work in Canada
- Work permits often lead to PR (permanent residency)
- Free healthcare and child education
- Bring your spouse and children
- Opportunity to settle permanently under Express Entry
FAQs Teaching Jobs in Canada with Visa Sponsorship
Q1: must I be able to speak French to be able to teach in Canada?
Only bilingual or French speaking roles. There are numerous jobs that are English-only as well.
Q2: What is the minimum teaching qualification required?
Usually a Bachelor’s in Education or equivalent, plus teaching experience. For ECE roles, a diploma in childhood education may be enough.
Q3: Can I get permanent residency through teaching?
Yes. Most sponsored teachers are eligible to apply for PR after 1–2 years through Express Entry or PNP streams.
Q4: Are international teachers in high demand?
Yes. In particular, in rural districts; French-language schools; special education positions.
Final
Conclusion wise, it was a wonderful and so very wonderful thing to have done. In 2025, Canada is in the process of recruiting foreign teachers without discrimination, with good salaries, even sponsor their visas and even allow permanent residence. You are a licensed primary teacher or an early childhood educator, so it is the high time to apply and make your teaching career global.
Minimum wages range between 30 CAD/hour and include visa assistance, healthcare, and an evident possibility of becoming a PR in Canada.