Curriculum Consultant, Math - Edmonton, Canada - Government of Alberta

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Description

Job Information:

Location:
Edmonton, Alberta

Full or Part-Time:
Full-Time

Regular/Temporary:
Regular

Ministry:
Education

Scope:
Open Competition

Closing Date:
May 29, 2023

Classification:
Education 1

About Us:

Ministry of Education

Through safe and caring schools for all students, Alberta's government is making life better by investing in education - one of the most important investments we can make in our future.

The Ministry is responsible for:

developing and evaluating curriculum; teacher development and certification; supporting students with diverse learning needs; funding and supporting school boards; First Nations, Métis and Inuit and Francophone education; and overseeing basic education policy and regulations.

Curriculum Division

Mathematics and Sciences Branch

The Mathematics and Sciences Branch contributes to the ongoing work of the Curriculum Division by developing, maintaining and supporting provincial K-12 curriculum in both English and French in the areas of Mathematics and Sciences.

It is a unique and exciting time to be part of our team Be part of Alberta Education and share your talent, your leadership and your success as you help to shape the future of education in Alberta.

Role:

Curriculum Consultant, Math
Are you looking for a position that has province-wide impact and influence?

The Curriculum Consultant is a key member of the Mathematics and Sciences branch who provides support for maintenance of current curriculum with internal and external stakeholders, as appropriate.

It also includes executing the following responsibilities:

Providing curriculum and resource information to teachers, school administrators, and school district administrators as requested.
Researching issues to prepare responses to action requests on behalf of the branch, executives, and/or the Minister.
Establishing and maintaining strong communication and working relationships with stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate information flow and identification of issues.

The Curriculum Consultant position also necessitates the fulfillment of the following responsibilities but are not limited to:

Providing expertise and support for the development of new curriculum in the area(s) of specialization as well as supporting learning and teaching resources development and implementation.
Conducting research and summarizing content from a variety of sources (i.e., scholarly peerreviewed academic journals, administrative publications, government studies, books, jurisdictional reviews, etc.).
Collaborating with a large and diverse stakeholder community.
Being accountable for the content in the curriculum.
Supporting the maintenance of current curriculum as well as the implementation of new curriculum and monitor its continued use.
Providing such other services as may be required and agreed upon between the Employee and the branch Director.

Qualifications:

Requirements:

A Master's Degree in a field related to Education or Mathematics, supplemented by a minimum of five years of related progressively responsible experience is required.

Equivalency is considered; Bachelor's Degree in Secondary Education supplemented by seven years of related experience.

This position requires expert knowledge of:

Curriculum development models and current research regarding trends in curriculum and technology development.
Department goals and policies that relate to curriculum development and implementation.
Structures and policies of school authorities with respect to provincial accountability systems and teachers' participation in such tasks as curriculum development.

Knowledge and/or experience of the following are considered assets for this position:

Valid permanent Alberta Teaching Certificate plus extensive current related teaching and leadership experience at the school, jurisdictional and/or provincial level.
Experience and/or fluency in French language is an asset.
Strong commitment to excellence and accountability in education.
Understanding of The Guiding Framework for the Design and Development of Kindergarten to Grade 12 Provincial Curriculum.
Understanding of research on the principles of 21st century learning, the implications for curriculum development and the use of technology in learning and teaching.
Indepth theoretical and practical knowledge of teaching and learning processes across K12 Mathematics.
Understanding of First Nations, Métis and Inuit education would be an asset.
Excellent communication (oral, written, computer literacy) and interpersonal skills.
Sound project management skills, organizational skills and the ability to work independently or collaboratively in a team environment.
Demonstrate initiative, flexibility and strong problem solving skills.

APS Competencies:

Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in-depth understanding of