Celebrate World Teachers’ Day, October 5

September 30, 2019

A photo of a teacher reading with a group of young students. The logo of the Ontario College of Teachers and a hashtag which says '#GreatTeachersAre' are overlaid.

October 5 is World Teachers’ Day and we’re inviting Ontarians to celebrate by sharing the best qualities of a favourite teacher on social media, using #GreatTeachersAre.

Between September 30 and October 5, the College will share the stories of award-winning Ontario teachers on social media. Inspired by Ontario teachers’ ethical standards of care, trust, respect and integrity, we’ll highlight those teachers’ best qualities. We invite the public to do the same for their own great teachers.

Is there a teacher who stands out in your memory as particularly caring, dedicated or determined? Maybe they were especially creative, resourceful or kind. Whatever that teacher’s strengths, celebrate them leading up to October 5.

Share our social posts, add your thoughts and use #GreatTeachersAre to spread the word and show your appreciation.

Check out some of our World Teachers’ Day posts on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram and share using #GreatTeachersAre.

Watch our Great Teaching series of videos, featuring award-winning Ontario certified teachers.

Photo of Chris Mara, Ontario Certified Teacher
Chris Mara, OCT
Photo of Nicole Chen, Ontario Certified Teacher
Nicole Chen, OCT
Photo of Rebecca Chahine, Ontario Certified Teacher
Rebecca Chahine, OCT
Photo of Jessica Kennedy, Ontario Certified Teacher
Jessica Kennedy, OCT