CONTRACT POSITION
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LEARNING SPECIALIST SERVICES D'APPUI
Department of Education and Early Childhood Development
Fredericton

At the Department of Education and Early Childhood Development (EECD),
we are dedicated to fulfilling New Brunswick's educational mission.

The opportunity:
The work we do has a positive impact on our communities and helps improve the everyday lives of New Brunswickers. Together, we are over 45,000 New Brunswickers who are passionate problem-solvers, who make a difference and are proud to call New Brunswick home.

The Department of Education and Early Childhood Development (EECD) is dedicated to fulfilling New Brunswick's educational mission. The work we do aims to develop engaged and ethical citizens who lead balanced lives and have a desire to learn throughout their lives. Our actions in this regard have a positive impact on our communities and help to improve the everyday lives of New Brunswickers.

Who you are:
You possess strong interpersonal and communication skills and an ability to think strategically. You are very independent, have a strong sense of purpose and work well in a changing and evolving environment. You are able to identify strengths and weaknesses in your colleagues and partners to establish strong teams and opportunities while cultivating a highly collaborative culture.

What you will do:
Reporting to the Director of Éducation inclusive au primaire for Services éducatifs francophones, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following tasks:
Implementing the training strategy for educational assistants by working with districts and schools. Collaborating with various partners in connection with the role of educational assistants to establish and offer professional development, provide training, and develop any other resources required for training.

The key responsibilities of the position are:
Working towards implementing a plan for the initial training and professional development of educational assistants.
Planning, developing, and implementing a program with various professional development modules for educational assistants.
Collaborating with CCNB and other key players in the education system to update training programs for educational assistants.
Helping find solutions to provide the best possible service to students.
Contributing and collaborating by bringing your expertise to certain priority projects of the Secteur des services éducatifs francophones team, school districts and schools.

Your attitude, skills and interests are just as important as your area of study. We are looking for diverse backgrounds that bring a combination of the following:

Need to have:

Master's degree in education and a minimum of six (6) years' teaching experience in an inclusive K-12 public education system.
An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience in a field such as adult education/coaching may be considered. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience in a field such as adult education/coaching may be considered.

Written and spoken competence in French is required and written and spoken competence in English is necessary. Please state your language capability.
Behavioural Competencies:

Creative Thinking / Innovation
Initiative
Relationship / Network Building
Teamwork and Collaboration

Technical Competencies:

Knowledge of group facilitation techniques
Planning and Organizing Skills
Specialized expertise and knowledge of the subject
Written Communication

Wage:
Pay Band 7: $88,712 ¿ $107,328 annually.

Work environment:

Office location: 250 King Street, Fredericton.
A remote work agreement may be considered.
Standard hours of work: Monday - Friday, 8:15-4:30.
Some travel throughout the province will be required.
We promote a scent-reduced environment.

What can GNB offer you?

Comprehensive benefits package and the Public Service Shared Risk Pension Plan
Opportunities for career growth, professional development and training
Free access to Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and services
1 paid Volunteer Day per year to give back to your community
1.25 days/month of paid vacation
1.25 days/month of paid sick leave

Providing a safe workplace for all. Your health & safety are important to us. GNB has implemented preventative measures across the organization to ensure your health & Safety.

How to apply:
We encourage applicants to apply online at www.ere.gnb.ca or by email at HR.Competitions@gnb.ca by May 15, 2024, indicating competition number 24-2000-C06. This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level.

Department of Education and Early Childhood Development
Human Resource Services
Place 2000, 250 King Street
Fredericton, N.B. E3B 5H1
506-259-1908

We thank all those who apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Candidates registered with the Equal Employment Opportunity Program and veterans, who demonstrate they are among the most qualified, shall be given preference at the time of appointment. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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