Things to do first

This section lists five important tasks that you need to complete as soon as possible.  This will get you off to a good start.

Benefits

 This section contains many common questions about the Benefits package.  It also list the contact information for the provider, ClaimSecure.

Sick Days

 Read more to learn about the protocol pertaining to sick, including some good advice on how to prepare your lessons when you are absent.

Pension

As a teacher, an important part of your remuneration is the Teacher Pension Plan.  To learn more about your contributions to the plan and how your pension will be calculated, read more.

Collective Agreement

The Collective Agreement is an important document agreed upon by your employer and your union. Read more to learn about the Collective Agreement.

Timelines

Particular deadlines must be met if you wish to accomplish certain tasks such as: transfer requests, retro pay applications, or requests for leaves. To find out more about these important dates, read more.

On-Calls / Supervisions

Teachers are obligated to complete some duties including on-call assignments and supervisions. For a more detailed explanation, read more. 

Staffing

Staffing is an important and complex procedure that occurs annually and can have a tremendous effect on teachers, especially new teachers. To become more versed on this topic, read more. 

Teacher Appraisal

Each teacher's performance is appraised at regular intervals. Read more to learn the details of what to expect. 

When in Trouble

Nothing causes more anxiety or stress than when a teacher is the subject of allegations or complaints. Read this section carefully to learn what do in the event of such an occurrence.

Credits

This page contains information and advice from a great number of people.   

OTIP is offers a one-day retirement planning workshop, Walk Into Retirement With A Plan,  that provides a comprehensive approach to retirement planning including such topics as:

• Lifestyle planning
• Retiree health, dental and travel insurance
• Financial Planning 

 Exclusive to this workshop is OTIP's Enhanced Lifestyle Planner Questionnaire and the subsequent report that are used to consolidate thoughts and expectations for retirement, set realistic goals and explore the multitude of lifestyle options that are available to educators once they retire.

The workshops take place at different times during the year.  Check out the OTIP website for when the next workshop is coming to your area, or watch for announcements on our website.

You can get more information at www.otip.com/walkintoretirement

There is a small fee to attend these workshops.