Nova Scotia
Education & Early Childhood Development
Competition # 44918
Posting Closing Date: 20-Mar-25
Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve. The Government of Nova Scotia has an Employment Equity Policy and we welcome applications from Aboriginal People, African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of the equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify, on your application form, cover letter, or on your resume.
About Us
The mission of the Department of Education and Early Childhood Development’s French Programs and Services Branch is to provide quality educational programs and services that promote Nova Scotia’s Acadian and francophone reality and its cultural diversity as well as promote proficiency in both of Canada’s official languages.
About Our Opportunity
Under the direction of the Director of French Second Language, you will assist in the development of the short and long-term goals of the Department by designing, developing, implementing and evaluating programs and courses for the public-school system. In addition, you will provide consultative/advisory services on programs and courses to Regional Centres for Education and their professional staffs, universities, associations and organizations, other departments, and agencies, and the general public.
You will be primarily responsible for supporting literacy development, Grades P-6, for our French Immersion program, including the development of curriculum documents and the evaluation of program materials, as needed. Aligning French Second Language curricula and supports with the Inclusive Education policy, through a multi-tiered system of supports, will be part of your dossier. You will also provide professional development support to school personnel in relation to the high leverage instruction, assessment, and evaluation practices for French Second Language learning.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will possess a master’s degree in education or a related field, plus 8 years’ experience in a French Second Language or a related context; an equivalent Teacher Certification plus 8 years’ experience in a French Second Language or a related context will also be considered.
You will also possess the following:
- Experience with program design, implementation, and evaluation.
- Deep knowledge regarding current research relevant to second language acquisition and inclusive education, particularly in Nova Scotia.
- Excellent command of both spoken and written French with strong competencies in English.
- Teaching experience in the subjects of language arts, health, and social studies at the primary to grade 6 levels, in French Immersion.
- Proficient in the use of technology and/or Microsoft Office programs for communication and instruction in a computerized environment.
- Exceptional communication skills in both English and French (verbal, written, interpersonal skills).
- Excellent qualities of a team player while valuing a diverse and inclusive workplace.
We will assess the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools: oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.
Other Considerations:
This is a permanent, full-time vacancy.
Pay Grade: PR 20
Salary Range: $3,507.08 – $4,129.29 Bi-Weekly
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials, the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer.
For questions or concerns, please contact Competitions@novascotia.ca.
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