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A high school diploma or equivalent is the minimum requirement to work as a classroom supervisor (substitute teacher) in New Brunswick. 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 districts across New Brunswick 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 with a Vulnerable Sector Verification is mandatory. The check must be obtained prior to any placement and is submitted to the school district. The Social Development Department may also require a Prior Contact Check for individuals working with children.
Candidates must be at least 19 years of age, the age of majority in New Brunswick, to be eligible for teacher certification and substitute teaching assignments. There is no upper age limit for serving as a supply teacher.
Candidates apply directly to individual school districts in New Brunswick 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 New Brunswick. Candidates who hold a valid New Brunswick Teacher Certificate issued by Office of Teacher Certification 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 districts.
School districts may require supply teachers to attend an orientation session prior to receiving assignments. These sessions typically cover emergency procedures, inclusive education practices, district technology systems, and expectations for supply teacher conduct.
While not a provincial requirement, a valid Standard First Aid and CPR-C certificate is recommended. Some school districts may prioritize supply teachers who hold current first aid certification, particularly for assignments in rural or remote communities.
For more information, visit the New Brunswick Department of Education and Early Childhood Development page. Note: Classroom supervisor positions may have different requirements than certified teaching positions. Contact individual school districts directly for the most current classroom supervisor hiring criteria.
Our courses are designed to help you meet all the requirements for substitute teacher training.
New Brunswick is Canada's only officially bilingual province. Anglophone school districts require proficiency in English, while Francophone districts require fluency in French. Bilingual candidates are highly sought after and may qualify for placements in both linguistic sectors.