Assistive Technology Advisor

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(Competition# PDSB24-205)

Do you have a passion for assistive/learning technology? Are you looking for a rewarding opportunity where you can have a province-wide impact on assisting and training students with learning disabilities to use this technology? If so, the Ministry of Education, Provincial and Demonstration Schools Branch is looking for an Assistive Technology Advisor to provide clerical, administrative and training services to support students with learning disabilities in the use of assistive/learning technology hardware and software programs.

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How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility

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.

Visit the OPS Anti-Racism Policy and the OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint pages to learn more about the OPS commitment to advance racial equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in the public service.

We offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontario's Human Rights Code. Refer to the "How to apply" section if you require a disability-related accommodation.

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About the job

• Design, develop and deliver assistive/learning technology courses and demonstrate various assistive/learning technology hardware, software programs and social media networks to students, staff, families and educational stakeholders;
  
• Assist with developing and implementing individualized assistive/learning technology plans and programs for students by reviewing and assessing individual student needs and then working collaboratively with teachers and other support staff to identify the most beneficial supports available;
  
• Perform clerical and administrative services in support of the assistive/learning technology programs such as compiling and maintaining inventory and vendor listings, collecting data, preparing statistical reports, graphs and charts, conducting research and performing other duties as assigned;
  
• Assist information technology staff with providing on-site trouble-shooting, maintenance and repair of equipment;
  
• Provide leadership and expertise with respect to the newest available assistive/learning technologies and programs, and provide support to special initiatives;
  
• Coordinate and produce documents in a variety of formats using various assistive/learning technology software and programs.

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What you bring to the team

Knowledge and Skills in Training and Information Technology:

• You have experience and/or formal training in working with students with learning disabilities in an educational/student lodging school setting;
  
• You have in-depth knowledge and understanding of assistive/learning technology software and hardware applications and learning software;
  
• You can design, develop and deliver training sessions and workshops, in person and online;
  
• You know various computer software programs, internet, intranet and social media tools to produce various documents and conduct research to gather information;
  
• You have good working knowledge of programs and software to prepare documents in different formats (i.e. Google Suite, Microsoft Office, IOS etc.);
  
• You know administrative and office procedures and guidelines related to purchasing and inventory control.

Analytical, Organizational, Interpersonal and Communication Skills:

• You use sound analytical, reasoning and problem solving techniques to determine appropriate assistive/learning technology resources required and adjust or respond to situations encountered;
  
• You are flexible and sensitive to the individual learning needs and problems encountered by students;
  
• You are organized and can gather information in a timely manner;
  
• You have excellent verbal and written communication skills to communicate with staff and students;
  
• You have well-developed interpersonal skills including tact and discretion to deal effectively with a wide variety of individuals including students, staff, internal and external stakeholders and vendors;
  
• You can effectively manage and deal with multiple priorities and conflicting deadlines;
  
• You can work independently with minimal supervision and can be an effective and collaborative member of a multi-disciplinary team.

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Additional information:

Note:

• In accordance with the Ontario Public Service (OPS), Employment Screening Checks Policy (ESCP), the top candidate(s) may be required to undergo a security screening check. Refer to the above to determine the screening checks that are required for this position.
  
  Required security screening checks along with your written consent, will be sent to the Transition and Security Office (TSO), Corporate Talent Programs Branch, Talent and Leadership Division to evaluate the results. If applicable, the TSO, with your written consent, will request and obtain any additional employment screening checks that were not obtained directly by you.
  
  A record under the Criminal Code and/or other federal offence record(s) does not automatically mean you will be ineligible for the position. The employment screening check(s) will only be reviewed and evaluated by the TSO for the purpose of making a security clearance decision. The details of an individual's employment screening check(s) will be considered in specific relation to the duties and responsibilities of the position being filled. Employment screening check records will be maintained by the TSO and kept strictly confidential.

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Language requirements and assessment:
All external Ontario Public Service (OPS) job ads are posted in English and French. Check the "position(s) language" section at the top of each job ad for the language requirements. For all roles, candidates are assessed in English, the business language of the OPS. If the position is bilingual (English/French), you'll also need to pass a French-language proficiency test.

Exigences en matière de langue et évaluation:
Toutes les offres d'emploi externes de la fonction publique de l'Ontario (FPO) sont affichées en français et en anglais. Consultez la section « Langue du ou des postes » en haut de chaque offre d'emploi pour connaître les exigences linguistiques. Pour tous les postes, les candidats sont évalués en anglais, la langue d'affaires de la FPO. Si le poste est bilingue (anglais/français), vous devrez également passer un test de compétences linguistiques en français.

All external applicants (including former employees of the Ontario Public Service) applying to a competition in a ministry or Commission public body must disclose (either in the cover letter or resume) previous employment with the Ontario Public Service. Disclosure must include positions held, dates of employment and any active restrictions as applicable from being rehired by the Ontario Public Service. Active restrictions can include time and/or ministry-specific restrictions currently in force, and may preclude a former employee from being offered a position with the Ontario Public Service for a specific time period (e.g. one year), or from being offered a position with a specific ministry (either for a pre-determined time period or indefinitely). The circumstances around an employee's exit will be considered prior to an offer of employment.

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