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A high school diploma or equivalent is the minimum requirement to work as a classroom supervisor (substitute teacher) in Manitoba. A Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) is preferred and may qualify candidates for higher pay rates, but it is not required. Due to ongoing teacher shortages, school divisions across Manitoba are actively hiring classroom supervisors who do not hold a B.Ed. degree. Classroom supervisors perform the same day-to-day duties as substitute teachers, including following lesson plans, managing classrooms, and supervising students. Candidates with post-secondary education in any field, relevant work experience with children, or educational assistant credentials may be given preference during the hiring process.
A Criminal Record Check including a Vulnerable Sector Search is required before beginning substitute teaching. The check must be recent, typically within the last six months, and is submitted to the hiring school division. A Child Abuse Registry Check through Manitoba Families is also mandatory.
Applicants must be at least 18 years of age, which is the age of majority in Manitoba. This ensures all substitute teachers are legally able to enter into employment contracts and assume duty-of-care responsibilities for students.
Candidates apply directly to individual school divisions in Manitoba to be placed on the classroom supervisor or substitute teacher roster. Most boards accept applications through their online portals or human resources departments. The typical application requires a resume, proof of education (high school diploma or higher), a current Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening, government-issued photo identification, and two to three professional references. Some boards may also require a brief interview or orientation session before adding candidates to their active roster. Processing times vary by board but generally range from two to six weeks.
A provincial teaching certificate is not required to work as a classroom supervisor in Manitoba. Candidates who hold a valid Manitoba Teaching Certificate issued by Manitoba Education and Early Childhood Learning may be offered preferential placement, higher daily pay rates, or priority access to long-term assignments. However, the classroom supervisor role was created specifically to address teacher shortages by allowing individuals without formal teaching credentials to fill substitute positions. School boards set their own criteria for classroom supervisors, and requirements may vary between school divisions.
English is the primary language of instruction in most Manitoba school divisions. The Division scolaire franco-manitobaine requires fluency in French. Some schools with bilingual or immersion programs may prefer candidates who are proficient in both official languages.
School divisions in Manitoba may require substitute teachers to complete an orientation covering division-specific policies, safety procedures, student support protocols, and the use of electronic absence-management systems. Some divisions offer ongoing professional development opportunities.
Standard First Aid and CPR-C certification is recommended and may be required by individual school divisions. This is especially relevant for substitute teachers accepting assignments in physical education, outdoor education, or schools in remote areas of northern Manitoba.
For more information, visit the Manitoba Education Professional Certification page. Note: Classroom supervisor positions may have different requirements than certified teaching positions. Contact individual school divisions directly for the most current classroom supervisor hiring criteria.
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