Are you an experienced education professional looking for a new challenging opportunity? If so, consider this opportunity with the Ministry of Education where as an educator, you will provide information and clarification on legislation, policies and programs to schools, school boards, and other stakeholders.
About the job
• provide information and clarification on legislation, policies and programs to schools, school boards, and other stakeholders
• facilitate the implementation of new policies
• monitor and report on the effectiveness of the school system
• ensure compliance with ministry policies and programs
• help provide a strong and vibrant education system
What you bring to the team
Mandatory requirements
• This position requires that applicants be members in good standing with the Ontario College of Teachers.
• You must possess oral and written French language skills at the superior level. Your proficiency level will be confirmed before hire
Education Sector Knowledge
• You have extensive knowledge and understanding in the application of education theory, principles and practices at the elementary and secondary school levels.
• You have the ability to interpret and apply legislation (e.g. Education Act), ministry business plan and strategic directions, objectives, policy and priorities to monitor and ensure compliance at the local level to school board administration.
Leadership and Analytical skills
• You have leadership, facilitation and organizational skills to provide a liaison role and to demonstrate authority and credibility when dealing with boards and interest groups.
• You have analytical skills to interpret ministry policies and guidelines, and assess compliance with ministry legislation and requirements.
• You have research skills to prepare advisory reports and briefings, and make evidence-based recommendations.
Communication Skills
• You have written communication skills to prepare detailed reports, briefing notes and ministerial correspondence.
• You have oral communication and interpersonal skills to advise and consult with school boards, educational facilities, community representatives and other stakeholders and to make committee presentations.
OPS Commitment to diversity, inclusion, accessibility, and anti- racism:We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.
We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.
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