I have a family member who has 2 Associate degrees (one in elementary ed, one in early childhood ed). In the US, an Associate degree is a 2 yr degree (a certified teacher takes at least a 4 yr degree in US). Wondering what does it take to get a work permit in Canada. Their work experience is limited. Under NAFTA, all of the programs I see are for those with 3-4 yr degrees. The role would be an education associate/consultant and/or possible preschool teacher. Non teaching but helping with lesson plans, etc. The issue is not with the employer at this time (have someone in mind). The issue is not living costs (person would stay with family). The issue is what type of permit? I know they have specialized open work permits for 'experience' open to young people, but those are typically for (former) British colonies plus some of Europe. I haven't seen any for US citizens. Even if it's just for 1-2 yrs, looking at options for this individual. Also, is full time work required or is part time available under the visa/permit you may know about? I can do some investigating but need a place to start.
Thanks,
I have a family member who has 2 Associate degrees (one in elementary ed, one in early childhood ed). In the US, an Associate degree is a 2 yr degree (a certified teacher takes at least a 4 yr degree in US). Wondering what does it take to get a work permit in Canada. Their work experience is limited. Under NAFTA, all of the programs I see are for those with 3-4 yr degrees. The role would be an education associate/consultant and/or possible preschool teacher. Non teaching but helping with lesson plans, etc. The issue is not with the employer at this time (have someone in mind). The issue is not living costs (person would stay with family). The issue is what type of permit? I know they have specialized open work permits for 'experience' open to young people, but those are typically for (former) British colonies plus some of Europe. I haven't seen any for US citizens. Even if it's just for 1-2 yrs, looking at options for this individual. Also, is full time work required or is part time available under the visa/permit you may know about? I can do some investigating but need a place to start.
Thanks,
SWAP is the US equivalent of the IEC. All of the SWAP visas are gone for this year.
Otherwise your family member would need to obtain job offer in Canada from an employer and then follow the process of applying for a closed work permit. If the job does not fall under NAFTA - then the employer will need to obtain an approved LMIA before your relative can apply for the work permit.
Also make sure you look at the NAFTA list. To the best of my knowledge the teaching job must be at the university or college level to qualify for an LMIA exemption. What you've described does not fall under NAFTA and would required an approved LMIA from the employer.
