Program Officer Standards - Toronto, Canada - ONTE OF TEACHERS

ONTE OF TEACHERS

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Program Officer, Standards of Practice and Education
Standards of Practice and Accreditation Department

Category 5a
Hiring Range $98,241 $146,904_
One academic year secondment with the possibility of extension._

The Ontario College of Teachers is seeking a member with solid knowledge of teacher education and demonstrated leadership, program development, program review and research experience to support research, policy and program development related to initial and continuing teacher education.

Extensive educational leadership experience related to professional learning, curriculum and policy development, and teacher education is required. Excellent oral and written communication, project management, research and facilitation skills are necessary. Some travel within Ontario may be required in this position. Bilingualism is considered an asset in this role.

Professional knowledge and experience in one or more of the following areas would be considered an asset:

Indigenous education
Frenchlanguage education
Supporting learners who Blind or have low vision.

Your responsibilities will include collaborating with teacher education programs, interpreting College policies and regulations, and conducting research, analysis and development of policies and programs related to ongoing teacher education and teaching practices.

Primary Duties:_
Facilitate the development and revision of Additional Qualification course guidelines
Support standardsbased teacher education through research, analysis and professional learning sessions
Facilitate the enforcement of the _Ethical Standards for the Teaching Profession_, the _Standards of Practice for the Teaching Profession_ and the _Professional Learning Framework for the Teaching Profession_ within teacher education and professional practice
Accredit Additional Qualification courses
Support collaborative provincial consultations related to teacher education and policy development
Foster relationships with Indigenous and French Language communities that support integration of the standards, teacher education, additional qualifications and accreditation
Carry out primary and secondary source research studies related to ongoing teacher education and teaching practices in Ontario and other jurisdictions
Support provincewide consultation on policy options being considered by the Standards of Practice and Education Committee
Conduct program and policy development to support inservice teacher education
Prepare responses to College correspondence, inquiries or other requirements in support of the College accountability with respect to the ethical standards, the standards of practice and the professional learning framework
Keep abreast of current issues, trends and research and policy in teacher education and career long teacher professional learning in Ontario and other jurisdictions
Develop resources to support awareness and understanding of the ethical standards and the standards of practice
Prepare presentations, reports and briefing notes for the Manager of Standards of Practice and Education, the Department Director and the Standards of Practice and Education Committee.
Perform other duties as required by the College

The Ontario College of Teachers offers competitive salaries, pension, comprehensive benefits and a modern, progressive work environment. This position operates with a mix of remote and in-office workdays.

The College's mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy that requires all staff, including prospective new employees, to be fully vaccinated by a Health Canada approved COVID-19 vaccine has been temporarily suspended.

Currently new employees will not have to show evidence of vaccination. The College reserves the right to reactivate this policy at its discretion based on Public Health recommendations.

Individuals with valid medical or other human rights-based exemptions will continue to be considered for appropriate accommodation within the policy.

To apply, please forward your resume and covering letter by November 14, 2023.

Ontario College of Teachers is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrierfree recruitment and selection processes and work environment. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please advise the Human Resources Department to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated throughout this process. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially._