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2014 NLTA Election Information
ELECTION DAY WAS TUESDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2014
NLTA Election Information
for the Election of President and Vice-President for 2015-17
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2016 Candidates' Forum for Election of NLTA President and Vice-President
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ELECTION DAY IS TUESDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2016
Candidates' Forum
for the Election of President and Vice-President for 2017-19
The Candidates' Forum took place during the Oct. 28-29 meeting of Joint Council in St. J...
2016 NLTA Election - Questions for Candidates
ELECTION DAY IS TUESDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2016
NLTA ELECTION 2016
Questions and Answers
Teachers are invited to email questions for the candidates running for the offices of NLTA President and Vice-President. The questions will be...
2016 NLTA Election Candidates List
ELECTION DAY IS TUESDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2016
NLTA Election Information
for the Election of President and Vice-President for 2017-19
Following are the names of the NLTA members in good standing who presented nomination papers ...
2016 NLTA Election Information
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DEAN INGRAM ELECTED NLTA PRESIDENT & TRENT LANGDON VICE-PRESIDENT T
NLTA Election Information
Dean Ingram has been declared elected as the NLTA President and Trent Langdon as NLTA Vice-President. They both ...
2016 NLTA Election Results - Dec. 20, 2016
NLTA Election Results
for the Election of Vice-President for 2017-19
December 20, 2016
Message to All Teachers on Election of NLTA Vice-President
The NLTA Electoral Committee has reviewed and confirmed the results of the election for N...
2016 NLTA Election Results - Dec. 7, 2016
NLTA Election Results
for the Election of President and Vice-President for 2017-19
December 7, 2016
Message to All Teachers on Election of NLTA President and Vice-President
The NLTA Electoral Committee has reviewed and confirmed the results ...
2018 NLTA Candidates List
ELECTION DAY IS TUESDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2018
NLTA Election Information
for the Election of President and Vice-President for 2019-21
Following are the names of the NLTA members in good standing who presented nomination papers...
2018 NLTA Election Information
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NLTA Election Information
for the Election of President and Vice-President for 2019-21
Dean Ingram has been elected as NLTA President and Trent Langdon as Vice-President. Read Memo ....
All the election information...
2018 Provincial Budget
PROVINCIAL BUDGET 2018
INVEST IN OUR KIDS
Below are links to the Budget 2018 information relating to education as well as pre-budget information from the NLTA. Your will also find our detailed submission to government where it outlines why now...
2019 Tentative Agreement Presentation
Click here to view the Provincial Contract 2016 - 2019 Tentative Agreement
Allan Bishop Award Nomination Form
The Allan Bishop Award
Nomination Form
Nominations must be received at NLTA Office by January 15th.
This award was established to recognize outstanding service to NLTA at the provincial level. A maximum of one award may be presented each year...
Allergy Alert
Allergy Alert
Employees at the NLTA office have severe allergies to scented products. Please do not wear scented products while visiting. Your cooperation is essential. Thank You.
A message from the Occupational Health and Safety Committee of the...
Application for Exemption
March 29, 2019
Application for Exemption under s. 7 of the Public Sector Compensation Transparency Act
As you are likely aware, many of our members have recently received notice that their personal information, including name, position and salary,...
Application for Exemption - FR
Application for Exemption under s. 7 of the Public Sector Compensation Transparency Act
As you are likely aware, many of our members have recently received notice that their personal information, including name, position and salary, may be subject...
Archive List
ARCHIVES
Below are documents as well as other relevant information from the year 1990 up to present day.
2018
2017
2016
2015
2014
2013
2012
2011
2010
2009...
Archives from 1990-2000
ARCHIVES 1990-2000
Below you will find a collection of documents and other information deemed to be of importance from that particular school year.
Complete List of Archives
2000
2000 Annual Report
Education Week 2000
Executive ...
Archives from 2001-2010
ARCHIVES 2001-2010
Below you will find a collection of documents and other information deemed to be of importance from that particular school year.
Complete List of Archives
2010
Education Week 2010
The Bulletin Official Newsletter of the...
Archives from 2011 - 2018
ARCHIVES 2011-2018
Below you will find a collection of documents and other information deemed to be of importance from that particular school year.
Complete List of Archives
2018
MEMORANDUMS / UPDATES / TEACHER ALERTS
• Mar. 21, 2018 - ...
ASK NLTA
Ask the NLTA
Do you have a question about Programs and Services or need information on another particular topic?
You can email any one of our staff or send your question to the general mailbox by filling out the form below. Your email will be ...
Ask the NLTA
Ask the NLTA
Do you have a question about Programs and Services or need information on another particular topic?
You can email any one of our staff or send your question to mail@nlta.nl.ca . You may also submit your question by filling out the...
Association Fees
Association Fees
Full-time and substitute teachers pay dues of 1.25 percent of gross salary earned.
Parenthood Leave
In order for teachers to maintain membership and benefits while on parenthood leave, the fee is $5.00 per month...
Award Winners
Award Winners
Below you will find a list of Award Winners with the NL Teachers' Association. Click on the award title to view a list of the recipients for that award.
NLTA AWARDS
• Allan Bishop Award
• ...
Awards, Programs, Funds & Scholarships
Awards, Programs, Funds & Scholarships
The awards, programs, funds and scholarships of the Association are designed to assist teachers with their personal, professional and informational needs. Below are links to the Association's Awards and Professional...
Bancroft Award Nomination Form
Bancroft Award Nomination Form
Deadline for Nominations is January 15
The Bancroft Award has been established to recognize outstanding service at the branch level. A maximum of three awards may be presented each year and awards are open to ...
Bargaining Briefs
In accordance with NLTA policy, regular communication will be provided to members by way of periodic updates on the status of the collective bargaining process. Below are the Bargaining Briefs which have been published from this current round of...
Barnes Award Nomination Form
Barnes Award
Nomination Form
Nominations must be received by the Association by January 15.
The Barnes Award has been established to recognize outstanding professional development services provided at the Special Interest Council level. A maximum...
Beginning Teachers Conference
Conference for Beginning Teachers
When numbers warrant, the NLTA, in collaboration with the school districts, Memorial University and the Department of Education and Early Childhood Development, holds a conference for teachers in their first year of...
Beginning Teachers Conference 2019-20
A Conference for Beginning Teachers
The Journey Begins
St. John’s
Monday, Dec. 9, 2019
Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2019
Labrador
Friday, Jan. 17, 2020
Saturday, Jan. 18, 2020
Did you begin teaching in September 2018 or later and are still in a...
Better Together: Report of the Panel on the Status of Public Education in NL 2015-16
BETTER TOGETHER: Report of the Panel on the Status of Public Education in NL 2015-16
During the fall of 2015 the NLTA created a Panel on the Status of Public Education in Newfoundland and Labrador. This panel has gathered data for a report titled "BETTER...
BGM 2009
BIENNIAL GENERAL MEETING 2009
(CONVENTION)
Theme: LEADING A COMMUNITY OF LEARNERS
The Sheraton Hotel Newfoundland, St. John's
The BGM was held on April 14-17, 2009. This is the major decision-making forum of the Newfoundland and Labrador...
BGM 2013 Information
BIENNIAL GENERAL MEETING 2013
Empowering Teachers: Fostering Learning
April 2 - 5, 2013
Sheraton Hotel, St. John's NL
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BGM Kit 2019 of the NL Teacher's Association
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BIENNIAL GENERAL MEETING 2019
Invest In Our Kids
April 23 – 26, 2019
Sheraton Hotel, St. John’s NL
Below is the information included in the Convention Kit for delegates. It may be viewed as the complete kit or as separate links.
CONVENTION KIT ...
Biennial General Meeting 2011
BIENNIAL GENERAL MEETING 2011
(CONVENTION)
April 26-29, 2011
Sheraton Hotel Newfoundland, St. John's
This is the major decision-making forum of the Newfoundland and Labrador Teachers' Association. Along with the election of the Provincial E...
Biennial General Meeting 2015 of the NL Teacher's Association
BIENNIAL GENERAL MEETING 2015
Preserving Our Past: Embracing Our Future
April 7 – 10, 2015
Sheraton Hotel, St. John’s NL
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INFORMATION FOR DELEGATES TO BGM
The 2015 Biennial General Meeting of the NL Teachers’ Associ...
Biennial General Meeting 2017 of the NL Teacher's Association
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BIENNIAL GENERAL MEETING 2017
Teachers Change Lives Every Day
April 18 – 21, 2017
Sheraton Hotel, St. John’s NL
The Biennial General Meeting of the NL Teachers’ Association took place from April 18-21, 2017 at the Sheraton Hotel in St....
Biennial General Meeting 2019 of the NL Teacher's Association
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BIENNIAL GENERAL MEETING 2019
Invest In Our Kids
April 23 – 26, 2019
Sheraton Hotel, St. John’s NL
The Biennial General Meeting of the NL Teachers’ Association will take place from April 23-26, 2019 at the Sheraton Hotel in St....
Biography - Denise Pike
Panel on the Status of Public Education in NL
Denise Pike
Denise Pike has consistently been a champion for the cause of public education in Newfoundland and Labrador since the late 1990s, advocating tirelessly for the necessary resources, personnel...
Biography - Dr. Kirk Anderson
Panel on the Status of Public Education in NL
Dr. Kirk Anderson
Dr. Kirk Anderson is the dean of the Faculty of Education at Memorial University of Newfoundland.
Dr. Anderson holds undergraduate and graduate degrees in science and education from...
Biography - James Dinn
Panel on the Status of Public Education in NL
James Dinn
Jim has been a teacher for over 34 years. He holds a Bachelor of Arts and a Bachelor of Education from Memorial University and a Masters of Education from Mount St. Vincent University. Jim...
Biography - Steve Brooks
Panel on the Status of Public Education in NL
Steve Brooks
Steve Brooks was appointed to the position of Assistant Executive Director of the Newfoundland and Labrador Teachers’ Association on August 1, 2013. He has worked with the NLTA since 2008 a...
Branch Audit of Operating Accounts Form
Branch Audit of Operating Accounts Form
GUIDELINES GOVERNING REBATE TO BRANCHES
The Association has adopted certain guidelines and policies in order to assist the Finance Committee in allocating discretionary funds equitably among the branches.
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Branch Presidents of the NLTA
NLTA Branches and Branch Presidents
There are, to date, 49 branches of the NLTA across Newfoundland and Labrador. Below is a complete list of the branches including the names of the corresponding branch president. The branch list is divided...
Branch Request for Additional Funding Form
Branch Request for Additional Funding
Additional funding to branches is governed by the policy on branch financing found in the Branch Operations Manual . Requests for additional funding are directed to the Finance and Property Committee through the...
Branch Structure of the NLTA
Our 49 Branches
Explanation of NLTA Branch Structure
Branches or locals were a fairly late development for the Newfoundland and Labrador Teachers' Association. In the early years and right up to the mid-thirties, the teachers who paid a membership...
Branch Updates of the NLTA
BRANCH UPDATES
Branch Update is a communications vehicle between the NLTA office and all branch executives. Each issue contains important news, reminders, and items of interest to branch executive members. Check the ARCHIVES for Branch Updates previous...
Branches of the NL Teachers' Association
49 Branches of the NLTA
The 49 branches of the NLTA form the framework that holds the Association together. Branches give members the opportunity to have input into the operation of the Association in formal ways, such as through the election of d...
Brochures / Pamphlets
Information Brochures
Below is a list of brochures and pamphlets that are available only to teachers and parents in Newfoundland and Labrador.
To order copies contact Michelle LaMarche at 726-3223 or 1-800-563-3599 ext. 227.
Child Maltreatment...
Bulletin Test Page (May 2020)
Up Front from the President
And it’s a great day to be alive
I know the sun’s still shining
When I close my eyes
There’s some hard times in the neighborhood
But why can’t every day be just this good.
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Centennial Study Award
Centennial Study Award
Purpose
The study awards are awarded to teachers on an annual basis to support the continuing professional development of certified teachers in the province. At least two awards, valued at $2,500 each, will be presented each...
Changes to the Teachers' Pension Plan
Changes to the Teachers' Pension Plan
On April 15, 2019, the Teachers’ Pensions Act, 2018 was proclaimed by the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador and officially came into force. As a result, the Newfoundland and Labrador Teachers’ Plan Tex...
Collective Agreements
Collective Agreements
The NLTA operates two collective agreements – the Provincial Agreement and the Labrador West Agreement – including negotiation and administration of these agreements.
The Labrador West Agreement is between the teachers of ...
Community Funding/Sponsorship/Donation Request
Community Funding/Sponsorship/Donation Request
Complete Form
Confidentiality Notice
Confidentiality Notice
This email communication and any accompanying document is intended only for the individual or entity to which it is addressed and may contain information that is confidential, privileged or exempt from disclosure under applicable...
CONTACT
CONTACT
Conference on New Techniques and Classroom Teaching (CONTACT) is a joint project of the teacher associations of the Atlantic provinces: Newfoundland and Labrador Teachers’ Association (NLTA), Nova Scotia Teachers Union (NSTU), New Brunswick T...
Contact / Ask The NLTA
Contact / Ask The NLTA
ASK A QUESTION
- Send us your question. Please Note: Your email will be confidential and answered in a timely manner.
CONTACT US
- View our contact information which also includes a map of our location....
CONTACT 2020 Guidelines & Application Form
The Conference on New Teaching and Classroom Techniques
CONTACT 2020
A Vision Check for Educators: Stories from the Classroom
August 4 (evening) - August 7 (noon)
St. Francis Xavier University, Antigonish , NS
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Contact Us
Contact Us
Our mailing address is:
Newfoundland and Labrador Teachers' Association
3 Kenmount Road
St. John's, NL
A1B 1W1
Telephone:
(709) 726-3223 or
1 800 563-3599 (toll-free in province)
Fax:
(709) 726-4302 or
1 877 711-6582...
Copyright Resources
Copyright Information
Copyright Decision Tool
Copyright, Fair Dealing and The Classroom (PowerPoint Slides)
Copyright and Fair Dealing for Teachers -- Article from the March/April 2018 issue of The Bulletin
Copyright...
Council of Special Services of the NLTA
Council of Special Services, a special interest council of the NLTA, is a professional learning community that supports the growth of Newfoundland and Labrador's special services teachers. If you have any questions, concerns or ideas re the NLTA...
COVID-19 CSFP Information
CSFP Information
• CSFP examens finaux et prochaines étapes (le 3 avril, 2020)
• Note de service_20mars
• Accès aux écoles à partir du 18 mars 2020
• Mise à jour Fermeture des écoles (17 mars 2020)
COVID-19 General Information
General Information
NL Govt. News Release: Schools to Reopen for Teachers But Remain Closed for Students; Update on Conclusion of School Year (May 25, 2020)
Important Information from Johnson Inc. About Your Insurance & COVID-19
https://www.health.gov.nl.ca/health/publichealth/cdc/coronavirus/ ...
COVID-19 INFORMATION
Information re COVID-19
NLTA Information
General Information
NLESD Information
CSFP Information
COVID-19 NLESD Information
NLESD Information
The Newfoundland and Labrador English School District is advising all teachers that as a result of in-class instruction being suspended indefinitely, you are permitted to work from any location within the province. This means that...
COVID-19 NLTA Information
NLTA Information
The NLTA is endeavouring to get answers, clarifications and confirmations on all matters related to this unprecedented situation from the appropriate government departments and school districts. The Associations position has been that...
COVID-19 Update - What We Know So Far (March 16, 2020)
COVID-19 Update – What We Know So Far
March 16, 2020
Classes suspended indefinitely, effective today, Monday, March 16, 2020.
Tuesday, March 17 will be a planning day. Schools will be open for teachers only to work on planning for the short-term t...
COVID-19 Wellness and Mental Health Resources
The NLTA Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Coordinators are available through telephone and email to serve teachers and provide support during this unprecedented COVID-19 pandemic. Please reach out to EAP with your needs and questions at this time. Gail...
Critical Illness Insurance Benefit - Option C1 for Regular Teachers - Apr/16
REGULAR TEACHERS
CRITICAL ILLNESS INSURANCE BENEFIT OPTION (CI) April 19, 2016
Critical Illness Insurance is a relatively new insurance designed to assist individuals with the serious financial implications that often arise as a result of a diagnosis...
Critical Illness Insurance Benefit - Option C1 for Substitute & Retired Teachers - Apr/16
SUBSTITUTE AND RETIRED TEACHERS
CRITICAL ILLNESS INSURANCE BENEFIT OPTION (CI) April 19, 2016
Critical Illness Insurance is a relatively new insurance designed to assist individuals with the serious financial implications that often arise as...
Disclaimers
DISCLAIMERS
Website
The Newfoundland and Labrador Teachers' Association makes every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information on the NLTA website, however, it makes no guarantee that the information is error-free.
The NLTA website...
Discount List 2019-20
Teacher Discount Program
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Company
Location
Discount Offer
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Discount List 2019-20
Teacher Discount Program
To make searching more convenient, discount items are searchable by either category, company or location.
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Category
Company
Location
Discount Offer
Contact Info
Home Decor...
Discount Program for Teachers
Discount Program for Teachers
Don't Forget to Request Your Membership Card. You will be required to show your NLTA Membership card to obtain most of the discounts. Click on the image of the Membership Card to fill out a Request Form. Please Note:...
EAP Resources
COVID-19 Wellness and Mental Health Resources
Starling Minds offers free access to a limited range of programming designed specifically to help with managing the uncertainty, stress and anxiety many are facing every day due to the COVID-19...
Education Week 2017
CERTIFICATES OF APPRECIATION
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Education Week 2017 Resources
POSTERS
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Education Week 2018
Education Week
February 11-17, 2018
Believe and Achieve:
Je crois en moi, je réussis!
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Education Week Archives
Education Week Archives
INTRODUCTION
Education Week has always been about celebrating education and the importance of learning. It can be an enriching experience for students, teachers and parents. All teachers are encouraged to continue to...
Education Week Certificates of Appreciation Order Form
Education Week
March 8-14, 2020
20/20 Vision • Vision 20/20
CERTIFICATES OF APPRECIATION / BOOKMARKS ORDER FORM
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Education Week March 3-9, 2019
Education Week
March 3-9, 2019
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Education Week March 8-14, 2020
Education Week
March 8-14, 2020
20/20 Vision • Vision 20/20
Education Week Resource Booklet (print pdf of 20/20 Vision Writing Activity Sheet )
Education Week 20/20 Vision Contest
(signs to use when posting du...
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Assistance Program
The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for members is a jointly sponsored effort between NLTA, the provincial government, and the School Boards Association. It is a supportive program to provide teachers with assistance for...
Employee Assistance Program - Client Forms
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
CLIENT FORMS
The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for teachers is a jointly sponsored effort between NLTA, the provincial government, and the School Boards Association. It is in place to assist teachers who may be experiencing...
Employee Assistance Program - Information
Employee Assistance Program
Information
For confidential assistance contact EAP Coordinator Gail Carroll (ext. 242) or Kenda Riggs (ext. 265).
EAP SERVICES AVAILABLE
In general, the services offered through EAP include two components: counselling...
Employee Assistance Program - Policies & Procedures
Employee Assistance Program
Policy and Procedures
Revised October 1995 Terms for new school board personnel changed March 1998
POLICY STATEMENT
The Newfoundland and Labrador Teachers' Association, the Provincial Government and the Newfoundland...
Employee Assistance Program - Web Resources
Employee Assistance Program
Web Resources
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Women's Shelters
Transition H...
Employment Insurance
Employment Insurance
The NLTA’s involvement with Employment Insurance is as follows:
• Interpreting and explaining the Employment Insurance Act and Regulations to teachers;
• Reporting to teachers when changes occur in the Employment Insurance Act o...
Executive Notes from Meetings of Provincial Executive of the NLTA
Executive Notes
Executive Notes is a summary of major decisions that occurred at the Provincial Executive meeting. For further information contact any member of the Provincial Executive or any one of the NLTA administrative staff.
Check the...
Expense Claim Instructions
Expense Claim Instructions
General Instructions
A separate claim form should be prepared for each function requiring an expense claim. If some trip covers two or more functions, please indicate on claim form the appropriate cost allocation for each...
Expense Claims
Expense Claims
Some of these forms can be filled online. You may also download a copy to your desktop and add the form as an attachment to your email. Email to Rita Tee at rtee@nlta.nl.ca . You may also print the form and fax or mail it to the NLTA...
Financial Information Seminar Registration Form
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Financial Information Seminar
Saturday, Apr. 13, 2019
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A Financial Information Seminar will be held on Saturday, Apr. 13, 2019 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p...
Former NLTA Presidents
NLTA Presidents
The Newfoundland and Labrador Teachers’ Association was founded in 1890. Below is the complete list of NLTA Presidents from that date up to the present day starting with the most recent.
2017 - present
Dean Ingram, B....
Forms
FORMS
Divided into groups of similar forms for easier access.
Association Awards
Professional Development Forms
Branch Forms
School Representatives Forms
Leave Forms
Student Scholarships
Substitute Teacher...
Forms - Association Awards
Association Awards
Below is a list of the association awards applications/forms that are available to teachers. All may be filled out online. The deadline for submission of these forms is January 15th .
ALLAN BISHOP AWARD
Fill out online ...
Forms - Branch Forms
Branch Forms
Below is a list of forms and applications to be completed by NLTA Branch Presidents or members of the NLTA branch executives. Some may be filled out online and some are in pdf format. You may print a copy of the pdf versions and then fax...
Forms - Group Insurance
Group Insurance Forms
Below are forms from the NLTA pertaining to your Group Insurance plan. All other forms can be obtained by contacting your service provider, Johnson Insurance.
MAILING ADDRESS:
Johnson Insurance
P O Box 12049
10 Factory...
Forms - Leave Forms
Leave Forms
Below is a list of leave forms from Programs and Services of the NLTA. For more information on any of these forms below click on the NLTA Staff Directory link to contact an administrative officer in Programs and Services.
Deferred Salary...
Forms - Professional Development
Forms - Professional Development
The forms below are provided to teachers to assist them with accessing opportunities for professional development. For more information on any of these forms below click on the NLTA Staff Directory link to contact an...
Forms - School Representatives
Forms - School Representatives
The forms below are provided to school representatives. For more information on any of these forms below click on the NLTA Staff Directory link to contact an administrative officer in Programs and Services.
School...
Forms - Student Scholarships
Forms - Student Scholarships
The NLTA awards six scholarships of $1,000 each to dependents of active, retired, disabled or deceased members of the NLTA upon completion of secondary school. The award is based on the criteria used by the Department of...
Forms - Substitute Teachers
Forms - Substitute Teachers
Below is a list of forms for substitute teachers. For more information on any of these forms below click on the NLTA Staff Directory link to contact an administrative officer in Programs and Services.
NLTA Membership...
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Awards & Scholarships
[EXPAND What are the deadlines for NLTA awards and scholarships? How do I get an application form?]NLTA has a number of awards and scholarships.
The Allan Bishop Award recognizes outstanding ...
From NLTA President Dean Ingram
From The President
Dean Ingram is the President of the Newfoundland and Labrador Teachers' Association. Below are the media interviews as well as articles and reports from his current term of office.
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From The Executive Director - You Cannot Improve Student Outcomes with Larger Class Sizes
FROM EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, Steve Brooks
You Cannot Improve Student Outcomes with Larger Class Sizes
Article from the September/October 2016 issue of the Bulletin
In 2014 the Globe and Mail reported that one of the major factors parents consider when...
Governance
Governance
The governance of the NLTA is comprised of both the organizational structure and the operational framework.
Organizational Structure
Operational Framework
Grant for Out of Province Professional Development
Grant for Out of Province Professional Development
GUIDELINES and PROCEDURES
Purpose
The Professional Development Fund will allow for the funding of individuals for professional development which is not funded through any of the existing NLTA professional...
Grounded Theory Study: by Lynda Younghusband - May 2005
High School Teachers' Perceptions of Their Working Environment in NL: A Grounded Theory Study
by Dr. Lynda Younghusband -- May 2005
About the Researcher
Excerpt from Doctoral Thesis by Dr. Lynda Younghusband
High School Teachers' Perceptions...
Group Insurance
Group Insurance
The NLTA Group Insurance Plan, consisting of Life, Accident, Health, Dental, Long Term Disability, Medical Out of Country, and Critical Illness plan options is owned by the NLTA and operated through a seven-person Board of Managers,...
Group Insurance Landing
NLTA Group Insurance
• New Group Insurance Website
• Group Insurance Memo re Rate Changes 2020-2021
• Group Insurance Overview
• 2020 Annual Renewal Update
• Group Insurance Contest Information (POSTPONED)
• Group Insurance Contest Ques...
GROUP INSURANCE Memo 02-04-2019
To:
Members Insured in the NLTA Group Insurance Plan
From:
Maureen Doyle-Gillingham, Chairperson, NLTA Group Insurance Managers
Re:
Information from NLTA Group Insurance Managers
Date:
April 2, 2019
Dear...
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Guided Imagery
Guided Imagery
Guided Imagery is a form of mindfulness. It is a technique that is guided by a professional therapist to help individuals focus on positive mental images in order to evoke feelings of relaxation. It is based on the concept of the mind-body...
Health Education Council of the NLTA
The Heath Education Council is a newly formed special interest council of the NLTA. It is a professional learning community that supports the growth of Newfoundland and Labrador's Health Education teachers. If you have any questions, concerns...
History of the NLTA
History of the NLTA
Created in 1890, the Newfoundland and Labrador Teachers' Association has played a significant role in the development of education in our province.
Before Confederation
Post Confederation
Legacy of Leadership...
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Honorary Members of the NLTA
Honorary Members
Honorary membership may be bestowed on any person who, in the opinion of the Executive has made a significant contribution to the cause of education. Below is the list of Honorary Members of the NLTA.
2019
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Important Information for Teachers Who May be Considering Retiring at the End of the 2018-19 School Year
Please be advised of the following notice based on information from the Teachers’ Pension Plan Corporation
This is a reminder that teachers planning to retire prior to the beginning of the 2019-2020 school year should submit their resignation to the s...
IMPORTANT Travel Update for MEDOC Customers (March 17, 2020)
IMPORTANT Travel Update for MEDOC Customers
March 17, 2020
Dear MEDOC Customer,
Both Johnson and RSA Canada are closely monitoring the impact of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Here is important information for our policyholders:
As of March...
Indemnité de départ sous les termes de la nouvelle convention collective
29 mai, 2019
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Tous les membres de la NLTA du CSFP
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Programmes et Services de la NLTA
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Indemnité de départ sous les termes de la nouvelle convention collective
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Information Brochures
Information Brochures
Below is a list of brochures and pamphlets that are available only to teachers and parents in Newfoundland and Labrador.
To order copies contact Michelle LaMarche at 726-3223 or 1-800-563-3599 ext. 227.
Child Maltreatment...
Information for Beginning/Early Career Teachers
Beginning/Early Career Teachers
Don't Forget to Request Your Membership Card. Be sure and complete the Member Information form and then proceed to fill out the NLTA Membership Card Request Form . PLEASE NOTE: Membership Cards are ordered at the ...
Information for School Representatives
Information for School Representatives
Below is a list of information and links useful for school representatives. Please be sure to fill out the Update Form below or email us with any school or school representative changes.
School Representatives'...
Infosheets from the NLTA
Infosheets
These infosheets are intended to provide information to teachers of a general nature only. Documents such as the collective agreements, legislation and policies referenced in Infosheets will govern the specific rights and benefits of teachers....
It's About Time: A Study of the Impact of Workload on Teachers and Students - Apr/04
IT'S ABOUT TIME: A Study of the Impact of Workload on Teachers and Students
by Dr. David Dibbon
Workload Study Report by Dr. David Dibbon -- April 2004
Press Statement by Fred Douglas
Memo from Fred Douglas , President
Selected Summary...
James Dinn for CTF President
James Dinn for CTF President
Information on James Dinn for CTF President can be found here:
James Dinn Letter to Delegates (en)
James Dinn Letter to Delegates (fr)
James Dinn Endorsements
James Dinn Biographical I...
Janeway Day in the Schools
JANEWAY DAY IN THE SCHOOLS
Friday, February 14, 2020
Every year NLTA Janeway Day in the Schools provides an opportunity for children in this province to help other children. Since 1986 students and teachers have donated more than $1,188,711...
Johnson Incorporated Bursaries Application
Johnson Incorporated
Bursaries Application
To be eligible, an individual must be an active member of the NLTA as described by section 1:A.1 of the NLTA policy.
Regulations Governing the Awarding of Johnson Incorporated Bursaries
A sum of $2,000.00...
Jul 22/19 Correct misinformation in a recent CBC article
The following misinformation in a recent CBC news article has been noted with a response:
“The latest collective agreement reached by the Newfoundland and Labrador Teachers' Association will see candidates automatically offered permanent jobs teaching s...
Labrador Benefits Agreement
Labrador Benefits Agreement
A new Labrador Benefits Agreement has been ratified and signed, effective February 10, 2020. The terms of the Agreement are an integral component of all public sector agreements in the region. The Labrador Benefits Agreement...
Leaves
Leaves
Going On Leave? Things You Should Know
Sick and Can't Work - What Then? (Infosheet No. 2)
Deferred Salary Leave Plan (Infosheet No. 9)
Deferred Salary Leave Plan Application
Maternity/Paternity Leave
Your collective a...
Legal Assistance
Legal Assistance
Legal assistance is normally provided as follows:
1. To teachers for problems arising as a result of the individual's role as a teacher, such as arbitrations, Workers’ Compensation appeals, TPP disability, Long Term Disability a...
Letter of Welcome to New Teachers
Letter of Welcome to New Teachers from NLTA President
September 2018
Congratulations on choosing to become part of the profession that makes all other professions possible!
You have chosen a career that while challenging at times will also...
Links
Quick Links
Below is a list of links which may be helpful to teachers. They include links to other teacher organizations as well as other important websites.
Educational Stakeholders
Canadian Association of Principals
Canadian Association for...
Living Well Articles from the Employee Assistance Program
LIVING WELL Articles
from the Employee Assistance Program
Below are the Living Well articles from the 1996-97 school year to present day. They can also be found in The Bulletin which is the official newsletter of the NLTA during the school year....
Magazine Program for Teachers
Discount Magazine Program for Teachers
QSP APPRECIATES YOU AND EVERYTHING YOU DO!
This online store was created just for faculty members and staff like you.
You deserve discounted shopping sprees 24/7, 365 days a year!
QSP would like to...
Maternity / Parenthood Leave
Maternity/Parenthood Leave
Your collective agreements (Provincial Collective Agreement and Labrador West Collective Agreement) provide for maternity, adoption and parental leave. Below are links to provide you with all the necessary information as...
Math-Science Council of the NLTA
The Math/Science Council is a special interest council of the NLTA. It is a professional learning community that supports the growth of Newfoundland and Labrador's Math/Science teachers. If you have any questions, concerns or ideas re the NLTA...
MEDIA ADVISORY
For Immediate Release
May 8, 2019
Media Advisory
The Newfoundland and Labrador Teachers’ Association is hosting a Leaders Forum on Education on Monday, May 13, 7 p.m. at the Holiday Inn, Portugal Cove Road.
Teachers and those concerned ab...
Media Advisory - May 30, 2016
For Immediate Release
May 30, 2016
MEDIA ADVISORY
St. John’s, NL...The national presidents from provincial teacher unions/organizations will be holding a news conference on Wednesday, June 1 at 9:00 a.m. at JAG Hotel in St. John’s to express the...
MEDIA ADVISORY: Better Together: Report on the Status of Public Education in NL to be Released on June 22, 2016
MEDIA ADVISORY
June 20, 2016
Better Together: The Report on the Status of Public Education in Newfoundland and Labrador to be released on June 22, 2016
St. John’s, NL...The release of Better Together: The Report on the Status of Public E...
MEDIA RELEASE - 2017-19 NLTA EXECUTIVE ELECTED AT BGM - Apr. 20, 2017
For Immediate Release
April 20, 2017
2017-19 NLTA EXECUTIVE ELECTED AT BGM
St. John’s, NL… The members of the NLTA Provincial Executive Council were elected on Thursday, April 20, 2017 at the NLTA Biennial General Meeting.
The newly elected Exe...
MEDIA RELEASE - 2019-21 NLTA Provincial Executive Elected at BGM
For Immediate Release
April 25, 2019
2019-21 NLTA Provincial Executive Elected at BGM
St. John’s, NL… The members of the NLTA Provincial Executive Council were elected on Thursday, April 25, 2019 at the NLTA Biennial General Meeting.
The new...
MEDIA RELEASE - Atlantic Teacher Organizations Give Failing Grade to Nova Scotia Government’s Response to Flawed Glaze Recommendations - Feb. 7, 2018
Atlantic Teacher Organizations Give Failing Grade to Nova Scotia Government’s Response to Flawed Glaze Recommendations
St. John’s, NL…The Council of Atlantic Provinces and Territory Teachers’ Organizations (CAPTTO) is meeting this week in ...
MEDIA RELEASE - Doreen Noseworthy Made Honorary Member of the NLTA - Apr. 20, 2017
For Immediate Release
April 20, 2017
DOREEN NOSEWORTHY MADE HONORARY MEMBER OF THE NLTA
St. John’s, NL… Doreen Noseworthy was made honorary member of the Newfoundland and Labrador Teachers’ Association on April 19, 2017 during the Association’s Biennia...
MEDIA RELEASE - Dr. Eva Oberle from the University of British Columbia to Speak at NLTA BGM
For Immediate Release
April 17 2017
DR. EVA OBERLE FROM THE UNIVERSITY OF BRITISH COLUMBIA TO SPEAK AT NLTA BGM
St. John’s, NL … Dr. Eva Oberle, an Assistant Professor with the Human Early Learning Partnership (HELP; http://earlylearning.ubc.ca ) i...
MEDIA RELEASE - Education Week 2017, February 12-18 -- Feb. 2, 2017
For Immediate Release
February 2, 2017
EDUCATION WEEK 2017, FEBRUARY 12-18
St. John’s, NL... Education Week in Newfoundland and Labrador is scheduled for February 12-18, 2017. This year’s theme is Seeds of Learning • Semer les graines. Again...
MEDIA RELEASE - Education Week 2018
For Immediate Release
February 5, 2018
EDUCATION WEEK 2018, FEBRUARY 11-17
St. John’s, NL... Education Week in Newfoundland and Labrador is scheduled for February 11-17, 2018. This year, Education Week coincides with Teacher/Staff Appreciation W...
MEDIA RELEASE - Edward Hancock Made Honorary Member of NLTA
For Immediate Release
April 24, 2019
Edward Hancock Made Honorary Member of the NLTA
St. John’s, NL… Edward Hancock was made honorary member of the Newfoundland and Labrador Teachers’ Association on April 24, 2019 during the Association’s Biennia...
MEDIA RELEASE - Global Teacher Prize Winner Maggie MacDonnell is Keynote Speaker at NLTA BGM
For Immediate Release
April 22, 2019
Global Teacher Prize Winner Maggie MacDonnell is Keynote Speaker at NLTA BGM
St. John’s, NL……. Maggie MacDonnell, Education Consultant, School Board of Nunavik, and the winner of the Global Teacher Prize...
MEDIA RELEASE - Invest in Our Kids
For Immediate Release
January 23, 2018
INVEST IN OUR KIDS
St. John’s, NL... Newfoundland and Labrador needs to face the future with evidence-based decisions – because in the big picture, investing in education actually saves money. That’s why t...
MEDIA RELEASE - Janeway Day in the Schools 2017
For Immediate Release
February 13, 2017
JANEWAY DAY IN THE SCHOOLS 2017
St. John’s, NL... On Tuesday, February 14, students and teachers across Newfoundland and Labrador will donate recess money to the Janeway Child Health Center. Janeway D...
MEDIA RELEASE - Janeway Day in the Schools 2018
Janeway Day in the Schools 2018
St. John’s NL… On Wednesday, February 14, students and teachers across Newfoundland and Labrador will donate recess money to the Janeway Child Health Center. Janeway Day in the Schools provides an opportunity for...
MEDIA RELEASE - NLESD Seeks To Silence School Principals
For Immediate Release
May 7, 2019
NLESD Seeks To Silence School Principals
St. John’s, NL... The Newfoundland and Labrador Teachers’ Association was shocked to learn yesterday that the Newfoundland and Labrador English School District (NLESD) has...
MEDIA RELEASE - NLTA Biennial General Meeting Being Held in St. John's, Apr. 23-26, 2019
For Immediate Release
April 22, 2019
NLTA Biennial General Meeting Being Held in St. John's, April 23-26, 2019
St. John’s, NL … The 2019 Biennial General Meeting of the Newfoundland and Labrador Teachers’ Association will take place from April...
MEDIA RELEASE - NLTA Biennial General Meeting Being Held in St. John's, April 18-21, 2017
For Immediate Release
April 17 2017
NLTA BIENNIAL GENERAL MEETING BEING HELD IN ST JOHN'S, APRIL 18-21, 2017
St. John’s, NL … The 2017 Biennial General Meeting of the Newfoundland and Labrador Teachers’ Association will take place from April ...
MEDIA RELEASE - NLTA Congratulates Newly Elected School Board Trustees -- Nov. 24, 2016
For Immediate Release
November 24, 2016
NLTA CONGRATULATES NEWLY ELECTED SCHOOL BOARD TRUSTEES
St. John’s…The NLTA congratulates all candidates who ran in the School Board elections for the Newfoundland and Labrador English School District (NL...
MEDIA RELEASE - NLTA Encouraged by Comments from Education Minister -- Feb. 2, 2017
For Immediate Release
February 2, 2017
NLTA ENCOURAGED BY COMMENTS FROM EDUCATION MINISTER
St. John’s NL… The Newfoundland and Labrador Teachers’ Association is encouraged by public comments made today by the Honourable Dale Kirby, Minister of Ed...
MEDIA RELEASE - NLTA Marks a Century of Women's Suffrage - Mar. 06, 2017
For Immediate Release
March 6, 2017
NLTA MARKS A CENTURY OF WOMEN'S SUFFRAGE
St. John’s NL… The Newfoundland and Labrador Teachers’ Association and other member organizations of the Canadian Teachers’ Federation (CTF) have joined in an exci...
MEDIA RELEASE - NLTA Music SIC Presents 2017 Builders Award for NL
For Immediate Release
November 3, 2017
NLTA MUSIC SPECIAL INTEREST COUNCIL PRESENTS 2017 BUILDERS AWARD FOR NEWFOUNDLAND & LABRADOR
St. John’s, NL... The NLTA Music Special Interest Council is pleased to present the 2017 Builders Award f...
MEDIA RELEASE - NLTA President Addresses Delegates at BGM
For Immediate Release
April 24, 2019
NLTA President Addresses Delegates at BGM
St. John's, NL … On Wednesday, April 24, 2019, NLTA President Dean Ingram addressed delegates at the opening session of the 2019 Biennial General Meeting of the N...
MEDIA RELEASE - NLTA Response to the Auditor General's Report on Teacher Allocations -- Nov. 10, 2016
For Immediate Release
November 10, 2016
NLTA RESPONSE TO THE AUDITOR GENERAL’S REPORT ON TEACHER ALLOCATIONS
The Newfoundland and Labrador Teachers’ Association was pleased to learn that the Auditor General had taken on the task of reviewing the...
MEDIA RELEASE - NLTA Saddened by Death of Past President
For Immediate Release
November 27, 2017
NLTA SADDENED BY DEATH OF PAST PRESIDENT
St. John’s, NL... The Newfoundland and Labrador Teachers’ Association wishes to express its sympathy to the family, friends and colleagues of Fred Andrews who pas...
MEDIA RELEASE - NLTA To Meet With Minister of Education -- Nov. 28, 2016
For Immediate Release
November 28, 2016
NLTA TO MEET WITH MINISTER OF EDUCATION
St. John’s…The Newfoundland and Labrador Teachers’ Association will meet with Minister Dale Kirby and officials from the Department of Education and Early Child...
MEDIA RELEASE - Our Children Cannot Wait - Feb. 23, 2017
For Immediate Release
February 23, 2017
OUR CHILDREN CANNOT WAIT
St. John’s NL… The comments from the Minister of Education and Early Childhood Development concerning the education system not working as intended are encouraging in that they ech...
MEDIA RELEASE - Seven Individuals to Receive Awards at the NLTA Convention
For Immediate Release
April 25, 2019
Seven Individuals to Receive Awards at the NLTA Convention
BANCROFT AWARD
The Bancroft Award, named in honour of James Frederick Bancroft, the first President of the NLTA, was established in 1980...
MEDIA RELEASE - The Patricia Cowan Award for the Support and Promotion of Education Presented To Randy Earle at NLTA Biennial Convention
For Immediate Release
April 25, 2019
The Patricia Cowan Award for Support and Promotion of Education Presented to Randy Earle at NLTA Biennial Convention
St. John’s, NL… The Patricia Cowan Award, named in honour of the first female President of ...
MEDIA RELEASE - World Teachers' Day 2017
For Immediate Release
October 3, 2017
WORLD TEACHERS' DAY 2017
St. John’s, NL... World Teachers’ Day is October 5 and this year’s theme is Addressing Violence, Building Respect/Contre la violence, pour le respect and was selected by the C...
MEDIA RELEASE - "When Children Disappear" Report Highlights the Need for Investment in Education
For Immediate Release
January 16, 2019
"When Children Disappear" Report Highlights the Need for Investment in Education
St. John’s, NL... The Newfoundland and Labrador Teachers’ Association commends the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate for...
MEDIA RELEASE - (NLCPA) NLCPA's Talk to Your School Counsellor Campaign Launched at National Conference - May 17, 2017
For Immediate Release
May 17, 2017
NLCPA'S TALK TO YOUR SCHOOL COUNSELLOR CAMPAIGN LAUNCHED AT NATIONAL CONFERENCE
St. John’s, NL... The Newfoundland and Labrador’s Counsellors’ and Psychologists’ Association (NLCPA), a special interest group o...
MEDIA RELEASE - ALLOCATION OF STUDENT ASSISTANT HOURS INSUFFICIENT TO ADDRESS NEEDS IDENTIFIED BY NLESD- Sept. 28, 2018
For Immediate Release
September 28, 2018
ALLOCATION OF STUDENT ASSISTANT HOURS
INSUFFICIENT TO ADDRESS NEEDS IDENTIFIED BY NLESD
St. John’s, NL... The Newfoundland and Labrador Teachers’ Association (NLTA) is concerned that information acq...
MEDIA RELEASE - Better Together: Report On The Status of Public Education in NL To Be Released June 22, 2016
For Immediate Release
June 16, 2016
BETTER TOGETHER: The Report on the Status of Public Education in Newfoundland and Labrador to be released on June 22, 2016
St. John’s, NL...The release of Better Together: The Report on the Status of Public E...
MEDIA RELEASE - Education Week 2019, March 3-9
For Immediate Release
February 27, 2019
Education Week 2019, March 3-9
St. John’s, NL... Education Week in Newfoundland and Labrador is scheduled for March 3-9. This year’s theme, Go The Extra Mile: Aller plus loin , was chosen to celebrate the...
MEDIA RELEASE - Eight Individuals to Receive Awards at the NLTA Convention - Apr. 20, 2017
For Immediate Release
April 20, 2017
EIGHT INDIVIDUALS TO RECEIVE AWARDS AT THE NLTA CONVENTION
THE BANCROFT AWARD
The Bancroft Award, named in honour of James Frederick Bancroft, the first President of the NLTA, was established in 1980 to...
MEDIA RELEASE - Minister of Education Peddling in Falsehoods -- Sept. 22, 2016
For Immediate Release
September 22, 2016
MINISTER OF EDUCATION PEDDLING IN FALSEHOODS
St. John’s, NL... The NLTA denounces the Minister of Education for peddling in misinformation and is demanding a full public retraction with regards to h...
MEDIA RELEASE - National Teachers' Association Presidents To Meet In St. John's - May 26, 2016
For Immediate Release
May 26, 2016
National Teachers' Association Presidents To Meet In St. John's
St. John’s, NL…..The national presidents from all the provincial teachers’ organizations will be meeting in St. John’s from May 29 - June ...
MEDIA RELEASE - NLTA Asks Premier to Replace Minister of Education -- Oct. 31, 2016
For Immediate Release
October 31, 2016
NLTA ASKS PREMIER TO REPLACE MINISTER OF EDUCATION
The Newfoundland and Labrador Teachers’ Association has lost all confidence in Dale Kirby as the Minister for Education and Early Childhood Development a...
MEDIA RELEASE - NLTA Janeway Day in the Schools 2019
For Immediate Release
February 13, 2019
NLTA Janeway Day in the Schools 2019
St. John’s NL… On Thursday, February 14, students and teachers across Newfoundland and Labrador will donate recess money to the Janeway Child Health Center. Janeway Day...
MEDIA RELEASE - NLTA Pleased Employers' Council Acknowledges Importance of Education Funding - Oct. 31, 2016
For Immediate Release
October 31, 2016
NLTA PLEASED EMPLOYERS’ COUNCIL ACKNOWLEDGES IMPORTANCE OF EDUCATION FUNDING
St. John’s, NL... The Newfoundland and Labrador Teachers’ Association is pleased to hear the NL Employers’ Council acknowl...
MEDIA RELEASE - NLTA President and Vice-President Elected by Acclamation
For Immediate Release
November 7, 2018
NLTA President and Vice-President Elected By Acclamation
St. John’s, NL... Dean Ingram has been declared elected as the NLTA President for 2019-21 by acclamation. He begins his second two-year term of ...
MEDIA RELEASE - NLTA President and Vice-President Elected By Province-Wide Vote -- Dec. 20, 2016
For Immediate Release
December 20, 2016
NLTA PRESIDENT AND VICE-PRESIDENT ELECTED BY PROVINCE-WIDE VOTE
St. John’s NL….Trent Langdon of Mount Pearl has been elected as NLTA Vice-President for 2017-19 in a run-off ballot that took place on Dec...
MEDIA RELEASE - NLTA President Elect Will take Office August 1, 2017 -- Dec. 7, 2016
For Immediate Release
December 7, 2016
NLTA PRESIDENT-ELECT WILL TAKE OFFICE AUGUST 1, 2017
St. John’s…Dean Ingram has been declared elected as the NLTA President for 2017-19 during the province-wide vote that took place on December 6.
Mr. Ing...
MEDIA RELEASE - NLTA Reaches Tentative Agreement
For Immediate Release
January 22, 2019
NLTA Reaches Tentative Agreement
St. John’s, NL... The Newfoundland and Labrador Teachers’ Association has reached a tentative agreement with Government and the NL School Boards Association on a new col...
MEDIA RELEASE - NLTA Reacts to Resignation of NLFSC President -- Sept. 30, 2016
For Immediate Release
September 30, 2016
NLTA Reacts to Resignation of NLFSC President
St. John’s, NL... The Newfoundland and Labrador Teachers’ Association would like to thank Peter Whittle for his service as President of the Newfoundland and...
MEDIA RELEASE - NLTA Saddened by Death of Past President
For Immediate Release
October 19, 2018
NLTA SADDENED BY DEATH OF PAST PRESIDENT
St. John’s, NL... The Newfoundland and Labrador Teachers’ Association wishes to express its sympathy to the family, friends and colleagues of Brother Joseph Dar...
MEDIA RELEASE - Patricia Cowan Award Presented to Geralyn Costello at NLTA Biennial General Convention - Apr. 20, 2017
For Immediate Release
April 20, 2017
THE PATRICIA COWAN AWARD FOR SUPPORT AND PROMOTION OF EDUCATION PRESENTED TO GERALYN COSTELLO AT NLTA BIENNIAL CONVENTION
St. John’s, NL… The Patricia Cowan Award, named in honour of the first female Pre...
MEDIA RELEASE - Presidents of the Canadian Teachers' Organizations Release Belief Statement and Call to Action -- June 1, 2016
For Immediate Release
June 1, 2016
Presidents of the Canadian Teachers’ Organizations Release Belief Statement and Call To Action
St. John’s, NL...The national presidents from provincial teacher unions/organizations who are meeting in St. Joh...
MEDIA RELEASE - Student Outcomes Negatively Impacted by Larger Class Sizes -- Apr. 26, 2016
For Immediate Release
April 26, 2016
Student Outcomes Negatively Impacted by Larger Class Sizes
St. John’s. NL…A reduction of 204 teaching units in Grades 1-12 was announced in the Provincial Budget. The NLTA has learned that this number has...
MEDIA RELEASE - Teachers Ratify Tentative Agreement
For Immediate Release
March 4, 2019
Teachers Ratify Tentative Agreement
St. John’s, NL... Teachers in Newfoundland and Labrador have voted to accept the tentative collective agreement which was reached with the Provincial Government and S...
MEDIA RELEASE - The Way Forward Lacks Direction -- Oct. 12, 2016
For Immediate Release
October 12, 2016
THE WAY FORWARD LACKS DIRECTION
St. John’s, NL... The Way Forward discussions hosted by Premier Ball on October 11th offered little direction in addressing the serious mental health and inclusive e...
MEDIA RELEASE - World Teachers' Day 2016 -- Oct. 5, 2016
For Immediate Release
October 5, 2016
WORLD TEACHERS' DAY 2016
St. John’s, NL... World Teachers’ Day is today, October 5 and this year’s event marks the celebration of the 50th anniversary of the adoption of the ILO/UNESCO Recommendation on th...
MEDIA RELEASE - World Teachers' Day 2018
For Immediate Release
October 3, 2018
WORLD TEACHERS' DAY 2018
St. John’s, NL... World Teachers’ Day is October 5 and this year’s theme is Teachers, the Heartbeat of Public Education, and was selected by the Canadian Teachers’ Federation (CTF) t...
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Click on the link below to fill out your member information form. Please Note: If you are a substitute teacher you also need to complete the Substitute Teacher Registration Form as well as the information below.
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MEMO - Hours of Work and Travel, School Closures and Redundancy
March 4, 2020
Hours of Work and Travel, School Closures and Redundancy
NLTA Programs and Services staff have received a number of inquiries recently regarding contractual rights and expectations for itinerant teachers. The purpose of this memorandum...
MEMO - Important EI Matters For Teachers, Change to Insurable Hours Threshold - June 23, 2016
JUNE 23, 2016
Important EI Matters for Teachers
Change to Insurable Hours Threshold
The number of insurable hours required for new entrants/re-entrants to the labour force to qualify for benefits is changing. At present, new entrants and re-entrants...
MEMO - Important Information for Teachers Who May Be Considering Retiring at the End of the Current School Year - Mar. 14, 2019
MARCH 14, 2019
Important Information for Teachers Who May Be Considering Retiring at the End of the Current School Year
Please be advised of the following notice based on information from the Teachers’ Pension Plan Corporation:
This is a...
MEMO - Important Notice Regarding NLESD Substitute Teachers - May 1, 2018
MAY 1, 2018
Important Notice Regarding NLESD Substitute Teachers
In order to be approved to the Newfoundland and Labrador English School District (NLESD) substitute lists for the upcoming 2018-19 school year, you need to provide a current...
Memo - Multi-Grade/Combined Classes
APRIL 27, 2016
TO: All Teachers
RE: Explanation of Multi-Grade/Combined Classes Announced in the Provincial Budget
In September 2016, there will be 135 classrooms in 70 schools and as many as 2,400 students in multi-grade classro...
MEMO - Pre-Budget Call to Action, Jan. 8, 2019
JANUARY 8, 2019
To: All Teachers
From: Dean Ingram, NLTA President
Re: Pre Budget Call to Action
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The NLTA will be ...
MEMO - Pre-Budget Consultations Reminder, Jan. 18, 2019
JANUARY 18, 2019
To: All Teachers
From: Dean Ingram, NLTA President
Re: Pre Budget Consultations Reminder
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MEMO - Public Consultations on Junior Kindergarten Now Open 03-28-19
MARCH 28, 2019
Public Consultations on Junior Kindergarten Now Open
In response to recommendations from the report of the Premier’s Task Force on Improving Educational Outcomes, the provincial government is exploring the introduction of Junior K...
MEMO - re Pay Advances, Sept. 12, 2016
SEPT. 12, 2016
Pay Advances
Clauses 22.01(a) and 22.02 of the Provincial and Labrador West Collective Agreements require the Board to pay all teachers their annual salary in 26 equal installments and to pay such teachers by direct deposit every...
MEMO - Re: Ratification Vote
MARCH 1, 2019
To: All Teachers
From: Dean Ingram, NLTA President
Re: Ratification Vote
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Dear Colleagues;
I wa...
MEMO - RE: Tentative Agreement – Severance Payout Information - Feb. 22, 2019
February 22, 2019
TO:
FROM:
RE:
All Teachers
Stefanie Tuff, Assistant Executive Director
Tentative Agreement - Severance Payout
The Association continues to work on finalizing logistical details around...
MEMO - RE: Tentative Agreement – Severance Payout Information - Oct 17, 2019
TO:
FROM:
RE:
ALL NLTA MEMBERS UNDER THE PROVINCIAL COLLECTIVE AGREEMENT
PROGRAMS AND SERVICES
PAYOUT OF SEVERANCE
As previously communicated, payment of severance will occur over three pay periods, depending...
MEMO - Re: Tentative Agreement, Jan. 21, 2019
JANUARY 21, 2019
To: All Teachers
From: Dean Ingram, NLTA President
Re: Tentative Agreement
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MEMO - Task Force On Improving Educational Outcomes, July 15, 2016
JULY 15, 2016
The Premier's Task Force On Improving Educational Outcomes
The Provincial Government has announced that the application process for the Premier’s Task Force on Improving Educational Outcomes is now open. The mandate of the Ta...
Memo re Fire Code, Nov. 22, 2017
NOVEMBER 22, 2017
To: NLTA School Reps
Memo re Fire Code
At the October 2017 NLTA Provincial Executive meeting it was noted that many teachers have questions about the rules regarding maximum classroom capacity. We are asking school representatives...
Memo re Impact of Budget Cuts to Education, May 26, 2016
MAY 26, 2016
Impact of Budget Cuts to Education
Colleagues,
On April 26, in response to an NLTA news release expressing concern with increased class sizes and other education cuts, the Minister of Education and Early Childhood Development,...
Memo re Information for Substitute Teachers re Holiday Pay, Sept. 8, 2017
SEPTEMBER 22, 2017
Memo re Information for Substitute Teachers re Holiday Pay
The NLTA Collective Agreements entitle substitute teachers to pay for paid holidays as long as the holiday occurs during a contract period. Three of the 195 paid days...
Memo re New Claims Processing System at Johnson Inc.
New Claims Processing System at Johnson Inc.
MARCH 21, 2018
Message to all active and retired teachers who are members of the group benefits service with Johnson Inc .
On March 18, 2018, Johnson Inc. (“Johnson”) imp...
Memo re NL Rising Rally Attendance, May 10, 2016
MAY 10, 2016
Teacher Attendance at NL Rising Rally on Saturday, May, 7, 2016
Colleagues,
I want to personally thank you for attending the NL Rising Rally at the Confederation Building on Saturday. It was one of the most impressive displays...
Memo re NLTA Meeting with Minister of Education, Nov. 29, 2016
NOVEMBER 29, 2016
NLTA Meeting with Minister of Education
Colleagues,
Today we met with Minister Dale Kirby to discuss many of the issues you have brought to our attention. The discussion was frank, open, and straightforward. While Provincial...
Memo re NLTA Participation at NLFSC Rally on Wednesday, May 25, 2016
MAY 24, 2016
NLTA Participation at NLFSC Rally
Colleagues,
It is likely that the vote on Budget 2016 will take place this week in the House of Assembly. For this reason the NL Federation of School Councils is organizing a rally for education...
Memo re Packing/Moving Instructional Materials, Apr. 13, 2017
APRIL 13, 2017
Packing/Moving Instructional Materials
Every year, some teachers are faced with moving from one classroom to another, whether due to school closures and reconfigurations, or because of internal changes within their schools, such...
Memo re Pre-Budget Call To Action, Jan. 22, 2018
JANUARY 22, 2018
To:
All Teachers
From:space
Dean Ingram, NLTA President
Re:
Pre-Budget Call To Action
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Memo re Premier's Task Force on Educational Outcomes, Jan. 24, 2017
JANUARY 24, 2017
Premier's Task Force on Improving Educational Outcomes
Colleagues,
This Friday, January 27th , your Association will be making a presentation to the Premier's Task Force on Improving Educational Outcomes.
I need you to...
Memo re Retirement at End of Current School Year, Mar. 15, 2018
MARCH 15, 2018
Important information for all teachers who may be considering retiring at the end of the current school year.
Please be advised of the following notice based on information recently received from the Teachers’ Pension Plan C...
Memo re School Board Elections, Oct. 24, 2016
OCTOBER 24, 2016
School Board Elections
Colleagues,
It's been a long time coming, but finally we have the opportunity to exercise our democratic right and influence the conversation surrounding education. On November 22, elections will be...
Memo to NLTA Members re Labrador Benefits Agreement, Nov. 3, 2016
NOVEMBER 3, 2016
To All Teachers in Labrador re: Labrador Benefits Agreement
The new Labrador Benefits Agreement, which was ratified by all unions covered by this contract, was officially signed by all employee and employer representatives in...
Memo to NLTA Members re NLESD Email System, Oct. 26, 2016
OCTOBER 26, 2016
NLESD Email System
The NLTA has received a number of inquiries from members expressing concern with the email system that the Newfoundland and Labrador English School District is now utilizing. In particular, members are concerned...
Memo to School Administrators, Sept. 22, 2017
SEPTEMBER 22, 2017
Memo to School Administrators
We would like to inform administrators of some recent activity regarding the new School Development surveys that were administered this past spring. The surveys were piloted by the Department...
Memo to Teachers Who Did Not Receive the 2012-16 Collective Agreement Signing Bonus, May 26, 2016
MAY 26, 2016
Notice to Teachers Who Did Not Receive the 2012-16 Collective Agreement Signing Bonus
The grievance regarding the Signing Bonus in the 2012-16 Collective Agreements for teachers has been settled. As a result, teachers on periods...
Memo Update on Status of Report and Recommendations from the Inclusive Education Committee -- Apr. 11, 2016
APRIL 11, 2016
TO: All Teachers
RE: Update on Status of Report and Recommendations from the Inclusive Education Committee
The joint NLTA/Department of Education and Early Childhood Development Inclusive Education Committee established ...
Memo-Budget2016
APRIL 15, 2016
TO: All Teachers
RE: Provincial Budget 2016
This memorandum summarizes the major features of the Provincial Budget that will impact classrooms and NLTA’s preliminary reaction to this Budget.
I wish we had bette...
Memos/Updates/Teacher Alerts
Memorandums/Updates/Teacher Alerts
• Memo re Candidate for President 2021-23 - Trent Langdon (May 27, 2020)
• Memo re Opening of Schools (May 26, 2020)
• Memo re Update System Test for the Electronic Voting for President and Vice-President by Rank...
Mission Statement
Mission Statement
We dedicate ourselves to the professional excellence and personal well-being of teachers, through support, advocacy, educational leadership and the development and delivery of outstanding programs and services.
Monitor Page
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Music Council of the NLTA
The Music Council, a special interest council of the NLTA, is a professional learning community that supports the growth of NL's music council teachers. If you have any questions, concerns or ideas re the NLTA Special Interest Councils, contact...
News / Events
News / Events
Information of interest to teachers is posted regularly under these links below.
Conferences/Professional Development Opportunities
Media Releases
NLTA Events Calendar
Memos/Updates/Teacher Alerts...
NL Teacher Voice Guidelines
NLTA Teacher Voice Facebook Group
October 2019
COMMUNITY GUIDELINES
Facebook’s official terms of use ultimately governs all, but the following should also be kept in mind:
There will be no cursing in this group – ever. Profane, defamatory, off...
NLTA - Before Confederation
Before Confederation
Created in 1890, the Newfoundland and Labrador Teachers’ Association has played a significant role in the development of education in our province. The idea of a teachers’ association was not entirely new in 1890. As early as 187...
NLTA - Leaders Forum on Education
NLTA - Leaders Forum on Education
NLTA - Post Confederation
Post Confederation
After Confederation the province was on the brink of a new age in education. The NTA lobbied for the first standard salary scale based on qualifications and experience. Along with its new vigour the NTA’s basic platform became sharply f...
NLTA 2017-18 Scholarship Winners
2017-18 NLTA Scholarship Winners Announced
Six Newfoundland and Labrador students who completed high school last June have been awarded NLTA scholarships for 2017-18.
They are:
Daniel Burke (Waterford Valley High), child of Sherry Burke, St. ...
NLTA 2018-19 Student Scholarship Winners
NLTA Student Scholarship Winners
Six Newfoundland and Labrador students who completed high school in June 2019 have been awarded NLTA scholarships for 2018-19.
They are:
Joshua Halliday (Waterford Valley High), child of Kathleen Halliday, St. ...
NLTA Awards 2019-20
NLTA Awards 2019-20
Call for Nominations
• NLTA Awards 2019-20 Call for Nominations poste r
• Allan Bishop Award (Fill out online) or (Print PDF)
• Bancroft Award [ Fill out online] or [Print PDF]
• Barnes Award [Fill out online] or...
NLTA Branch Registration Form
NLTA Branch Registration Form
September 1, 2019 to August 31, 2020
NLTA POLICY PERTAINING TO BRANCH REGISTRATION
The second week of May in each year is to be designated as Branch Election Week, at which time branches elect at least a President,...
NLTA CANDIDATES FORUM
Recordings of NLTA Candidate Forums
NLTA Collective Bargaining
NLTA Collective Bargaining
The following information is to provide teachers with updates on Collective Bargaining. If you need more information or have any questions please contact a staff member in Programs & Services at 1-800-563-3599 or (709)...
NLTA Dates & Deadlines List
NLTA Dates and Deadlines for 2018-19
SEPTEMBER 2018
20
Table Officers' Meeting
21
Deadline for Professional Development Fund applications. Check the FORMS link to fill out an application.
21-22
Provincial Executive...
NLTA Medal and Student Scholarship Winners
NLTA Medal and Scholarship Winners
NLTA Scholarship
The NLTA scholarship is awarded annually on the basis of academic excellence and character to a senior student enrolled in the Faculty of Education. The scholarship, valued at $1,000 is awarded...
NLTA Membership Card Request Form
NLTA Membership Card
You will need to show a membership card to obtain many of the discounts listed in the Teacher Discount List.
Click here to complete the form.
NLTA Participation at Rally, Saturday, May 7, 2016
NLTA Participation at Rally, Saturday, May 7
May 2, 2016
Colleagues,
I am encouraging as many members as possible to attend the noontime rally organized by the NL Federation of Labour for this Saturday, May 7 at Confederation Building. It's "A...
NLTA Policies
NLTA Policies
Below is a list of the NLTA policies and a link to the Policy Handbook.
Disclaimers
Privacy Policy
NLTA Provincial Negotiating Team - link
This process is now closed.
Thank you for your interest.
NLTA Retirement Scrolls / Pins Order Form
NLTA Retirement Scrolls/Pins
ORDER FORM
A retirement scroll and pin is awarded to a teacher upon their retirement from the teaching profession. The scroll and pin are usually given to a teacher at a retirement function hosted by their branch. NOTE:...
NLTA Special Recognition Award
NLTA Special Recognition Award
The NLTA Special Recognition Award, instituted by Johnson Incorporated to recognize the 100th anniversary of the Newfoundland and Labrador Teachers' Association, will be presented annually to an active or life member of...
NLTA Staff
NLTA Staff
To reach a staff person by phone dial 709-726-3223 or 1-800-563-3599, then the extension number of the person you wish to speak with.
NLTA PRESIDENT
ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF
Executive Director
Ext. ...
NLTA Update re COVID-19 (March 15, 2020)
NLTA Update re COVID-19
March 15, 2020
NLTA staff have been in contact with senior officials of the Department of Education and Early Childhood Development and the Newfoundland and Labrador English School District throughout the March 14-15 weekend....
NLTA Violent Incident Tracking Form
Violent Incident Tracking Form
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. The INCIDENT REPORT form should be used to document violent behaviour and/or conduct in the workplace that the teacher believes is not conducive to a safe and healthy working environment.
2. This form...
Nomination Kits for the Office of President and Vice-President
Notice to Members
re Nomination Kits for the Office of President and Vice-President
May 15, 2020
On behalf of the NLTA Electoral Committee, the Association is pleased to open the nomination process for the offices of President and Vice-President....
Nominations for President & Vice-President 2015-17
VOTE ON TUESDAY, DEC. 2, 2014
Nominations for the Office of NLTA President and Vice-President for 2015-17
By-Law X11.A.(3) of the NLTA By-Laws requires that, in the case of nominations for the office of NLTA President or Vice-President, the ...
Notice re Increase in Provincial Insurance Premium Tax - June 2, 2016
IMPORTANT NOTICE TO ALL ACTIVE AND RETIRED TEACHERS
Re: Increase in Provincial Insurance Premium Tax
June 2, 2016
During its recent budget announcement, the Provincial Government introduced and/or increased fees and taxes on several items...
Operational Framework of the NLTA
Operational Framework
The operational framework of the NLTA is illustrated by the following diagram:
As the diagram indicates, there is significant collaboration between the programs and services, corporate services, and communications teams in...
Organizational Structure of the NLTA
Organizational Structure
The organizational structure of the NLTA is illustrated by the following diagram.
Biennial General Meeting (Convention)
The Biennial General Meeting (Convention) of teacher delegates is the main governing...
Panel on the Status of Public Education in NL
PANEL ON THE STATUS OF PUBLIC EDUCATION IN NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR
The Panel on the Status of Public Education in Newfoundland and Labrador has now completed its cross-province public consultations. Beginning on Thursday, October 8, 2015 the Newfoundland...
Payout of Severance under the New Provincial Collective Agreement
May 29, 2019
TO:
All NLTA NLESD Members
FROM:
NLTA Programs and Services
Re:
PAYOUT OF SEVERANCE PAY UNDER THE NEW PROVINCIAL COLLECTIVE AGREEMENT
The NLESD has recently sent out via email, t...
Pensions and Retirement
Pensions and Retirement
The Teachers' Pension Plan Corporation (TPPC) Website
The Teachers' Pension Plan (Infosheet No. 3)
Changes to the Teachers' Pension Plan (May 10, 2019)
GMPP (Government Money Purchase Plan)
Pre-Retirement S...
Physical Education Council of the NLTA
The Physical Education Council, a special interest council of the NLTA, is a professional learning community that supports the growth of NL's physical education teachers. If you have any questions, concerns or ideas re the NLTA Special Interest...
Physical Education SIC (PESIC) Newsletters
Physical Education Council
Newsletters
Below is a list of the Physical Education Special Interest Council's newsletters from October 2010 onward.
MAY 2018
MARCH 2017
DECEMBER 2016
MAY 2016
DECEMBER 2015
MARCH 2015
JUNE...
Power of Connection article references May/June 2020
The Power of Connection
The Bulletin, May/June 2020
Article References:
Canadian Mental Health Association CMHA (27th February 2016). Stress . https://cmha.ca/documents/stress
Harris, R. (24th March 2020). FACE COVID: How to Respond E...
Pre-Retirement Seminar Registration Form
Pre-Retirement Seminar
Registration Form
Teachers within two years of retirement eligibility should register for one of the NLTA's five Pre-Retirement Seminars scheduled to be held in the fall of the school year. They are usually held in Corner ...
Preliminary Branch Registration Form
Preliminary Branch Registration
September 2020 - June 2021
Preliminary branch registration forms are to be filled out by the last day of school in June. Even partially completed forms should be submitted before the deadline. If you have any questions...
Premier's Task Force on Improving Educational Outcomes - January 2017
Premier's Task Force on IMPROVING Educational Outcomes
The Premier's Task Force On Improving Educational Outcomes is examining the Provincial K-12 education system and will make recommendations on an action plan to improve educational outcomes....
President's Digest - April 10, 2018
April 10, 2018
Our hearts go out to the parents, families, teammates, and friends of the Humbolt Broncos whose bus was involved in a tragic accident on April 6, 2018. Like many parents I couldn’t help but think how I would be feeling today if m...
President's Digest - December 18, 2017
December 18, 2017
At the conclusion of each Provincial Executive and Joint Council meetings I can’t help but reflect on the discussions that I have been part of, the debates and the decisions that were made. The recent Joint Council and Provincial E...
President's Digest - March 14, 2018
March 14, 2018
The final Joint Council meeting for the 2017-18 school year occurred on March 9-10. As always I appreciated the sentiments that were expressed and the debate that ensued. The best decisions are always those that are thoroughly discussed,...
President's Digest - May 29, 2018
May 29, 2018
My teaching career began 25 years ago. The classroom experience that I had then is a far cry from the classroom experience at present. The demands on our schools teachers, administrators, counsellors, etc… has never been higher. I...
President's Digest - Oct. 18, 2017
October 18, 2017
I consider myself very fortunate to have had the opportunity to represent the NLTA at a number of functions over the years. And while I have thoroughly enjoyed and felt honored to do so at every one of them, there are two events...
President's Digest - Sept. 2017
September 22, 2017
To say that this September has been an eventful one is certainly an understatement. I have visited a number of classrooms since this school year began. Class size and class composition are concerns – not just for teachers, b...
Privacy Policy
PRIVACY POLICY
The NLTA understands the importance of its members' privacy and the sensitivity of personal information. The NLTA is committed to protecting privacy in its collective use and distribution of personal information. The following outlines...
Professional Development
Professional Development
The NLTA has a commitment to the promotion of the professional excellence and personal well-being of teachers. Whether just entering the profession, in mid-career or near retirement, increased societal expectations of teachers,...
Professional Development Opportunities
Professional Development
Conferences/Opportunities
Attn: French-Language Teachers
Teacher Study
University of Ottawa
Participate in a study on the shortage of teachers in French-language schools in minority settings. The study is sponsored...
Programs & Services - Teacher Benefits
MEMBER SERVICES
Association Fees
Awards, Programs, Funds and Scholarships
The Professional Development programs of the Association are designed to assist teachers with their personal, professional and informational needs.
Beginning/Early...
Programs and Services Index
Index to Member Services
These are the programs and services available through the NLTA. Also included below is the staff person's name who has responsibility for that area.
MEMBER SERVICES
ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF
ASSISTANT
A...
Programs and Services Workshops
Programs and Services Workshops
To achieve our mission of professional excellence and personal well-being, staff at the NLTA offer a wide variety of sessions which can range from one hour to a full day or more. These are available for schools, clusters...
Project Overseas Landing Page
Project Overseas
Project Overseas 2020 advertisement
Project Overseas 2020 brochure
Project Overseas 2020 Information for Applicants
Project Overseas 2020 Frequently Asked Questions
Project Overseas 2020 Application
Provincial Budget 2016
PROVINCIAL BUDGET 2016 - Implications
Below is the Pre-Budget Education Submission Brief presented to the Minister of Finance and also Memorandums that were sent to teachers concerning the 2016 provincial budget.
Pre-Budget Education Submission...
Provincial Collective Agreement 2016-20 Article 28: Length of the School Year
June 3, 2019
TO:
NLESD Teachers and Administrators
FROM:
Stefanie Tuff, Assistant Executive Director
Re:
Provincial Collective Agreement 2016-20 Article 28: Length of the School Year
Clarifying th...
Provincial Executive Council of the NL Teachers' Association
Provincial Executive Council 2019-21
Dean Ingram, President
Trent Langdon, Vice-President
Derek Drover, Table Officer
Gabriel Ryan, Table Officer
Derrick Baker
Tracey Payne
Maureen Doyle-Gillingham...
Publications
Publications
Check the ARCHIVES for any article not listed here. To search the list alphabetically, click on the appropriate letter below.
A
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C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
K...
Purchase of Strike Time
Purchase of Strike Time
The 2016-2020 Provincial Collective Agreement was officially signed on April 17, 2019. A detailed document outlining the impact of all of the changes will be available for teachers after the Easter break. However, the following...
Purchase of Strike Time for Labrador West Teachers
Reminder to Labrador West Teachers Regarding Purchase of Strike Time
The renewal of Letter #2– Pensionable Service During a Legal Work Stoppage in the 2016–2020 Labrador West Collective Agreement has created a THREE-MONTH WINDOW FROM January 30, 202...
Recent Information
RECENT INFORMATION
The following is recent information from this school year. Check PUBLICATIONS or the ARCHIVES for previous information. Also, we have a number of brochures and other items available free of charge to teachers in NL. Click on ...
Recommendations - Panel on the Status of Public Education in NL
Report of the Panel on the Status of Public Education in NL 2015-16
RECOMMENDATIONS
RECOMMENDATION 1. That Government and the School District(s) in cooperation with the NLTA, Faculty of Education and other stakeholders develop a plan to increase...
Redundancy, Reassignment and Layoff
Redundancy, Reassignment and Layoff
Memo re Redundancy/Reassignment and Layoff Process (2019-20)
Redundancy, Reassignment and Layoff (Infosheet No. 15)
Seniority and the Collective Agreement (Infosheet No. 23)
Resources for Teachers
Resources
for Teachers
Below is a list of links to varied resources including copyright information . Check back often as these resources are continually being added to and updated.
ArtsNL
Crisis & Trauma Resource Institute - free resources...
Retired Teachers' Association of NL - Association Newsletters
ASSOCIATION NEWSLETTERS
Below are copies of the Retired Teachers' Association's newsletters dating back to January 2003 up to present-day.
PLEASE NOTE: CORNUCOPIA , the newsletter of the Central Division of the Retired Teachers' Association can...
Retired Teachers' Association of NL - Discounts
Retired Teachers' Association of Newfoundland and Labrador
Home
About Us
Publications
Retired Teachers' Association
Links
Contact Us
TEACHER DISCOUNT PROGRAM
At the September 2012 meeting of the NLTA Provincial ...
Retired Teachers' Association of NL - Division Newsletters
DIVISION NEWSLETTERS
Below are copies of the Retired Teachers' Association's Divisions' newsletters. Divisional flyers and registration forms will also be posted here as they become available.
Please Note: Only the divisions that have published...
Retired Teachers' Association of NL - Holy Heart of Mary 40th Reunion
Retired Teachers' Association of Newfoundland and Labrador
Home
About Us
Publications
Retired Teachers' Association
Links
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Holy Heart of Mary 40th Reunion
Aug. 1-3, 2019
The Holy Heart of Mary graduating...
Retired Teachers' Association of NL - Links
Retired Teachers' Association of Newfoundland and Labrador
Home
About Us
Publications
Retired Teachers' Foundation
Links
LINKS
Included in the links below are links to Surveys and Teaching Opportunities which...
Retired Teachers' Association of NL - Publications
PUBLICATIONS
The Retired Teachers' Association has compiled many publications over the years. There is a Handbook for New Members as well as Association and Division newsletters. Retired teachers can take advantage of the many discounts which are...
Retired Teachers' Foundation Book of Remembrance Form
Retired Teachers’ Foundation of Newfoundland and Labrador
Book of Remembrance Form
The Retired Teachers’ Foundation has been in operation since 1987. Each year the Foundation chooses various charities to support with funding based on con...
Retired Teachers' Foundation Books of Remembrance
Retired Teachers' Foundation of Newfoundland and Labrador
Books of Remembrance for Deceased Teachers
Each year the Foundation chooses various charities to support with funding based on contributions from the Retired Teachers' Association's...
Retired Teachers' Foundation Online Book of Remembrance
Retired Teachers' Foundation of Newfoundland and Labrador
NL Retired Teachers' Foundation for Children's Charities
Online Book of Remembrance 2011 - Onward
The Retired Teachers’ Foundation has been in operation since 1987. Each y...
Retired Teachers' Foundation Publications
Retired Teachers' Foundation of Newfoundland and Labrador
PUBLICATIONS
Information is listed in alphabetical order.
• Application for Funding - Applications must be received by April 30
• Book of Remembrance for Deceased Teach...
RTANL BGM & Reunion Registration Form
spa
Retired Teachers’ Association of Newfoundland and Labrador
Sixteenth BGM and Reunion
"Retirement – Setting a New Course"
October 6-8, 2020 • Greenwood Inn & Suites • Corner Brook
REGISTRATION FORM
EARLY BIRD re...
Salaries
Salaries
Teacher Payroll
Services in relation to Teachers’ Payroll fall mainly into the following categories:
1. Interceding on behalf of members who feel they have been incorrectly paid;
2. Maintaining a liaison with department officials o...
Salary Scales
TEACHER SALARY SCALES
Below are the salary scales for full-time and substitute teachers from all the agreements governing teachers in Newfoundland and Labrador.
Provincial
Full Time
Substitute
Labrador West
Full Time
Substitute...
Salary, Benefits and Pension
Salary, Benefits and Pension
OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Benefit Changes Upon Marriage, Common Law Relationships or Acquiring Dependents (Infosheet No. 6)
Returning to University - Membership and Benefits (Infosheet No. 10)
Probation, Tenure,...
Scent Policy from the NLTA Policy Handbook
SCENT POLICY
from the NLTA Policy Handbook
NLTA Scent-Sensitive Workplace Policy
Due to the health concerns arising from exposure to scented products, the NLTA building is a scent-sensitive workplace. All employees are committed to reducing and...
Scholarship Application Form
SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION
Application deadline: July 31.
REGULATIONS
NLTA will award six scholarships to dependents of active, retired, disabled or deceased members, subject to the following conditions:
1. The award will be made upon completion ...
School Administrators' Council of the NLTA
The School Administrators Council, a special interest council of the NLTA, is a professional learning community that supports the growth of NL's school administrators.If you have any questions, concerns or ideas re the NLTA Special Interest C...
School Administrators' Professional Development Fund
School Administrators' Professional Development Fund
Guidelines and Procedures
Purpose
The School Administrators' Professional Dvelopment Fund is designed to achieve maximim benefit to a wide range of administrators, allowing groups of administrators...
School Board Elections 2016
School Board Elections NL 2016
Elections were held on Tuesday, November 22 for the trustees of the English and Francophone school districts. This was the first election for the English School District since 2009 and the first election to use ...
School Board Teacher Liaison Report
School Board Teacher Liaison Report
The chairperson of the teacher representatives, so designated upon appointment, is responsible for completing this report following each meeting and forwarding it to the NLTA office. A copy of the report and the minutes...
School Board-Teacher Liaison
School Board-Teacher Liaison
• Committees
• Handbook
• Request Form for Agenda Item
• SBTL Reporting Form
School Rep Scavenger Hunt
NLTA Website School Rep Scavenger Hunt
The purpose of this activity is to allow School Representatives an opportunity to explore the NLTA's website. Be sure and answer all of the questions.
Second Languages Council of the NLTA
Second Languages Council, a special interest council of the NLTA, is a professional learning community that supports the growth of NL's second language teachers. If you have any questions, concerns or ideas re the NLTA Special Interest Councils,...
Severance Information Landing Page
Severance Information
The 2016-2020 Provincial and Labrador West Collective Agreements provide for the payout of severance to all teachers who have at least one year of continuous service as of March 31, 2018.
Provincial Collective Agreement
Memo...
Severance Information Update
June 21, 2019
TO:
ALL MEMBERS
FROM:
PROGRAMS & SERVICES
RE:
SEVERANCE INFORMATION - UPDATE
The 2016-2020 Provincial Collective Agreement provides for the payout of severance to all teachers, i...
SiteMap
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SLP SIC Nomination Forms
Speech-Language Pathology SIC Call for Nominations
Our SIC currently holds 7 executive positions and are asking for your nominations for new members who might be interested in serving. While each of the titles are listed separately, we’ve found th...
Small Schools Council of the NLTA
The Small Schools Council, a special interest council of the NLTA, is a professional learning community that supports the growth of Newfoundland and Labrador's small schools teachers. If you have any questions, concerns or ideas re the NLTA...
Social Media Information for Teachers
Social Media
Are You Targeted by Inappropriate Social Media Comments?
Some Basic Tips and Advice for Teachers
Incidents of parents, students and others targeting and harassing teachers and administrators online (cyberbullying ) are a significant...
Special Interest Councils of the NLTA
NLTA Special Interest Councils
Special Interest Councils are professional learning communities dedicated to life-long learning and the ongoing professional growth of NLTA members. Their mandate includes offering a range of professional development...
Speech Language Pathologist's SIC PD Grant Application
Speech Language Pathologist's
Professional Development Grant
The grant will provide funding opportunities to members of the Speech Language Pathologists (SLP) Special Interest Council to attend professional development opportunities in their field....
Speech Language Pathologists Council of the NLTA
The Speech Language Pathologists Council, a special interest council of the NLTA, is a professional learning community that supports the growth of NL's speech language pathologists council teachers. If you have any questions, concerns or ideas...
Standing Committees of the NL Teachers' Association
Standing Committees 2019-21
The Provincial Executive Council operates through a series of standing and ad hoc committees. Teachers from across the province serve as members of these committees with each committee generally centralized in one particular ...
Substitute Teacher Branch Registration Information
Branch Registration
for Substitute Teachers
Because substitute teachers may work across branch boundaries and become active members of the NLTA only after they've been employed as a teacher at least once in a school year, is it necessary for NLTA...
Substitute Teacher Registration Form
Substitute Teacher Registration Form
The following information must be provided for each substitute who has taught for at least one day prior to December 31 . These forms should be completed and forwarded to the branch president and will remain in the...
Substitute Teachers
Information for Substitute Teachers
Don't Forget to Request Your Membership Card. Be sure and complete the Member Information form first and then proceed to fill out the NLTA Membership Card Request Form . PLEASE NOTE: Membership Cards are ordered a...
Substitute/Contract Teachers and Eligbility for NLTA Group Insurance
Eligibility for NLTA Group Insurance for Contract/Substitute Teachers
Substitute Teachers
If you make first time application within the 31 day period after the first teaching day period, your coverage will commence on the date your application...
Support Education T-Shirt Order Form
Support Education T-Shirt Order Form
Teacher and Staff Appreciation Landing Page
Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week 2020
• Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week poster
• Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week information link
Teacher Librarians NL Council of the NLTA
The Teacher Librarians Council, a special interest council of the NLTA, is a professional learning community that supports the growth of NL's teacher-librarians. If you have any questions, concerns or ideas re the NLTA Special Interest Councils,...
Teachers Talking To Teachers Program
Teachers Talking To Teachers Program
GUIDELINES AND APPLICATION
The Program
The "Teachers Talking To Teachers" program allows for the provision of professional development with teachers as the consultants or facilitators. It provides an opportunity...
Technology Education Council of the NLTA
The Technology Education Council, a special interest council of the NLTA, is a professional learning community that supports the growth of NL's technology education teachers. If you have any questions, concerns or ideas re the NLTA Special Interest...
Thanks
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Thanks - COVID
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You will receive an email once the application has been processed
COVID-19 Information Page
The Bulletin - Current & Past Issues
THE BULLETIN
The Bulletin is the official newsletter of the Newfoundland and Labrador Teachers' Association. It is published five times a year during the school year.
SCHOOL YEAR 2019-20
May-June 2020 (NEW) [PDF version ] [Online Interactive ...
The NLTA
ABOUT NLTA
Act, By-laws & Code of Ethics (NLTA ABC Booklet)
Branches of the NLTA
The 49 branches of the NLTA form the framework that holds the Association together. Branches give members the opportunity to have input into the operation...
Up Front from the President - Jan.-Feb. 2017
After climbing a great hill, one only finds that there are many more hills to climb - Nelson Mandela
January / February 2017
As teachers, we probably know exactly what Nelson Mandela meant. My wife – a retired Grade 2 teacher – often noted tha...
Up Front from the President - January/February 2018
January/February 2018
As we approach the midpoint of another school year it becomes apparent once more that the pace and intensity that are present in our schools has never been greater. We all know it, we all feel it. Earlier this fall a...
Up Front from the President - January/February 2019
January/February 2019
As I gather myself and reflect on the year that was 2018, I can’t help but also look forward to 2019. While I am proud of what has been accomplished, I also acknowledge that there remains much to be done. Concluding t...
Up Front from the President - January/February 2020
January/February 2020
Tomorrow is the first blank page of a 365-page book. Write a good one . ~ Brad Paisley
My musical preference has been varied and multi-dimensional. When I read this quote from country music artist,...
Up Front from the President - Mar. - Apr. 2017
Speak your mind, even if your voice shakes. - Maggie Smith
March/April 2017
Something remarkable occurred in February. To quote CBC’s Ramona Deering, “It’s something that never happened before in Newfoundland and Labrador.” Thirty t...
Up Front from the President - March/April 2018
March/April 2018
As I sit here collecting my thoughts, I can’t help but reflect on the conversations I have had with many of you since my last Up Front. The messages and thoughts that have been shared with me are consistent. Teachers are d...
Up Front from the President - March/April 2019
March/April 2019
I can’t say enough how thankful and appreciative I am of the outstanding work put in by the teachers and students at Memorial Academy in Botwood for hosting our Education Week Opening Ceremonies. They highlighted their sc...
Up Front from the President - March/April 2020
March/April 2020
“I can no other answer make but thanks, and thanks, and ever thanks .” ~ William Shakespeare
“Most of us end up with no more than five or six people who remember us.
Teachers have thousands of peopl...
Up Front from the President - May - June 2017
Nothing counts but pressure, pressure, more pressure, and still more pressure through broad organized aggressive mass action.
- A. Philip Randolph
May/June 2017
I began my first Up Front article in September/October 2013 with ...
Up Front from the President - May/June 2018
May/June 2018
As I sit and write my final Up Front for this school year I can’t help but wonder where the year went. My first year as President has been everything that I envisioned, and I am very thankful for all of the support and feedback t...
Up Front from the President - May/June 2019
May/June 2019
O ver the Easter break, teachers from across the province came together to participate in our Biennial General Meeting. The willingness of those hundred plus individuals to give of their time during the Easter break is commendable....
Up Front from the President - May/June 2020
May/June 2020
And it’s a great day to be alive
I know the sun’s still shining
When I close my eyes
There’s some hard times in the neighborhood
But why can’t every day be just this good.
~ Travis Tritt
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Up Front from the President - Nov. 2017
November/December 2017
One of the core beliefs that I have as it relates to the role that I am now filling as NLTA President is that in order to represent teachers I have to be speaking to teachers. This is the reason that I have tried to visit...
Up Front from the President - Nov.- Dec. 2016
November/December 2016
In my September/October Up Front I wrote about the stress created as a result of Budget 2016, the relationship between teacher burnout and student stress, and how our desire to make things work is not working for our schools....
Up Front from the President - Nov/Dec 2018
November/December 2018
As I write this UpFront it has only been a few days since I was notified that I would be remaining as President of our Association for the 2019-21 term of office. It has been my privilege to serve as your President...
Up Front from the President - November/December 2019
November/December 2019
L ike every good parent, I want my child to succeed. Like every parent, I want him to navigate through life and work in a career that he finds rewarding and allows him to become a productive member of society. I want...
Up Front from the President - November/December 2019
November/December 2019
L ike every good parent, I want my child to succeed. Like every parent, I want him to navigate through life and work in a career that he finds rewarding and allows him to become a productive member of society. I want...
Up Front from the President - Sept. 2016
September 2016
If you’re a teacher, it’s safe to say Budget 2016 was not an uplifting document, primarily because of how it contrasts with our view of education. Since the introduction of the budget, your Association has made it clear to gov...
Up Front from the President - Sept. 2017
September/October 2017
We all have dates that mark significant events in our lives. The day we were born, got married, had children, or other life altering events and situations. One of those dates for me was the day I became a teacher and at...
Up Front from the President - Sept/Oct 2018
September/October 2018
Every September, at least for the past 26, I have always felt a little excited at the start of another school year. I expect that many of you felt similar sentiments as you began the school year wondering about class...
Up Front from the President - Sept/Oct 2019
September/October 2019
T he 2019-20 school year is now in full swing and as your summer break becomes a distant memory I ask you to remember to be mindful of the importance of looking after yourself. Over the course of this school year there...
Update on Inclusive Education Committee -- June 6, 2016
NLTA UPDATE
Update on Inclusive Education Committee: NLTA Refers Matter to Arbitration
JUNE 6, 2016
The NLTA has been repeatedly and constantly hearing from teachers and parents that the Inclusive Education model is inadequately resourced and...
UpFront Articles from NLTA Past-President James Dinn
Below are the UpFront from the President articles written by NLTA President James Dinn for The Bulletin . The Bulletin is published five times a year and is the official newsletter of the NLTA.
May/June 2017
March/April 2017...
Video - 2016 Candidate's Forum
2016 Candidate's Forum
Video - Class Size
Class Size Matters
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The NLTA is distributing “Class Size Matters” pins to all members. The purpose of these pins is to bring more attention to this important issue and encourage discussions between teachers and parents regarding the imp...
Video - Dean Ingram - Opening & Questions
Dean Ingram - Opening Statment & Questions
Video - Derek Drover - Opening & Questions
Derek Drover - Opening Statment & Questions
Video - Inclusive Grievance Media Story
NTV Reports on Inclusive Education Grievance
Video - Invest in Our Kids - Welcome
www.investinourkids.ca
Video - Jeanne Williams - Opening & Questions
Jeanne Williams - Opening Statment & Questions
Video - Lori Jackman - Opening & Questions
Lori Jackman - Opening Statment & Questions
Video - NLRISING
#NL_RISING
Video - Opening Proposals
Opening Proposals - Provincial Contract Negotiations
Video - Panel Press Conference
Panel on Education - Final Report
Video - Presentation to PTFNL
NLTA's Presentation to the Premier's Task Force on Improving Educational Outcomes
Click the links below to view the presentation in its entirety or any individual section.
Video - Rally May 7
#NL_RISING
Video - Social Media for Teachers
Social Media for Teachers
Video - Trent Langdon - Opening & Questions
Trent Langdon - Opening Statment & Questions
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Workers' Compensation/Injury on Duty
Workers’ Compensation/Injury on Duty
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Workshops and Presentations
Workshops and Presentations
The conferences and workshops listed below are available to teachers entering various stages of their teaching career. If you would like more information on any of these please contact the NLTA office at 726-3223 or 1-800...
