Early Career Resources


Membership Information Form

If you have not already done so, please take a moment to complete a Membership Information Form so that we may input your information into the Membership Registry.

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John Huntley Memorial Internship

The Nova Scotia Teachers Union has programs and services aimed specifically at members during their first five or so years as a member of the Union. The John Huntley Memorial Internship offers members – new and veteran – with a chance to spend time in Central Office learning the programs, services and opportunities available in the Union.

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PDF Download The John Huntley Memorial Internship Program Poster • English | French

PDF Download The John Huntley Memorial Internship Program Brochure • English | French


Handbook for Early Career Teachers

Topics in this document are approached from a general perspective so that the content is applicable to teachers in all settings. This is by no means an exhaustive document; however, the Handbook for Early Career Teachers does provide information that has been deemed useful by new teachers from around the province with whom it has been field-tested.

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Job Hunting Skills

 Identifying Your Skills Bank as Teachers/Educators

 Writing a Resume

 Writing Effective Cover Letters

 Preparing a Professional Portfolio

 Preparing for an Interview

 Typical Expectations of an Interviewing Team

 The Interview Process

 Debriefing an Interview and Growth from the Process


Bibliography of Resources

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