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ATA Specialist Councils

Student teachers enrolled in a full-time study at an Alberta university and who are members of their ATA student local are entitled to all the benefits and services of specialist council membership (with the exception of holding office). Membership is free and applications for student membership are available online. There are 21 specialist councils, which promote professional development of teachers interested in common curriculum or specialty areas. Check them out below.

What Are Specialist Councils?

The Association’s 21 specialist councils were created to foster the professional development of teachers interested in common curriculum or specialty areas. By organizing annual conferences, producing publications, maintaining websites and offering regional workshops and seminars, councils provide members with opportunities to share ideas and gather new information.

Each council is governed by an executive of volunteer teacher members who contribute their time, talents and enthusiasm to plan and implement programs and activities for the council. The Association plays a supporting role by contributing financial grants, providing publication services, hosting websites and offering administrative advice. For more information, visit the ATA's Specialist Councils page.