The position of education consultant encompasses, in particular, responsibility for providing advice and support to staff of educational institutions and services in the implementation, development and evaluation of programs of study, class management and instructional materials within the Quebec Ministry of Education Digital Action Plan framework.
VACANCY FULL TIME REGULAR
EDUCATION CONSULTANT (R. E. C. I. T.)
100% REGULAR POST
YOUTH SECTOR
Please apply by June 4, 2021 through our online application form accessible through our website at www.nfsb.qc.ca
If you have any issues, please email us at [email protected]
NATURE OF WORK
The position of education consultant encompasses responsibility for providing advice and support to staff of educational institutions and services in the implementation, development, and evaluation of programs of study, class management and instructional materials within the Quebec Ministry of Education Digital Action Plan framework.
CHARACTERISTIC OF RESPONSIBILITIES
The education consultant participates in carrying out the educational project and the special projects of educational institutions; he or she participates in the development, implementation, and evaluation of their success plan, while complying with the academic and administrative requirements of both the educational institutions and the school board. He or she contributes to the implementation of programs of study and training, provides advice to the teachers and administration concerning the interpretation of those programs, designs and leads training workshops and sessions on program components; he or she collaborates in developing learning situations and supports experimentation in class. He or she provides advice and support to teachers either individually or in a group format in matters pertaining to their daily teaching activities; he or she develops or selects and delivers training and instrumentation activities designed to respond to needs in pedagogical adaptation, innovation, and development. He or she provides teachers with learning evaluation tools and guides them in the design, preparation, or adaptation of evaluation tools. He or she may be called upon to work with a multidisciplinary team to draw up and review the individualized education plan of a handicapped student or a student with social maladjustments or learning difficulties; he or she participates in defining intervention objectives and means. He or she works with teachers to prepare and implement strategies and projects aimed at helping students who are experiencing or who are likely to experience social maladjustments or learning difficulties. He or she advises management, teaching or professional staff on matters pertaining to professional development programs, plans the programs and evaluates the results. He or she analyzes and recommends the purchase of learning materials, supplementary materials, equipment, software and program packages, and provides advice on room layouts. He or she advises school staff on the means for integrating technology into teaching; he or she participates in carrying out related projects; he or she prepares and delivers training and information workshops on components of the program for integrating technology. He or she collaborates with other school resources, partner organizations and the Ministère de l’Éducation et de l’Enseignement supérieur.
In addition, the education consultant in the general adult education and vocational training sectors promotes the school board to social and economic partners and draws up an appropriate promotional plan. He or she meets with representatives of various businesses so as to develop with them training programs that meet their needs and those of their staff; he or she draws up memorandums of agreement and service offers. He or she participates in organizing work-study programs, training periods and industrial visits; provides support to the teachers concerned and information and advice to employers.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
A bachelor’s degree with an appropriate specialty, notably in Education
BOARD REQUIREMENTS
Knowledge of the Quebec Education Program
Expertise in the use of I. C. T. for learning
Knowledge of current research on effective instructional strategies
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Ability to work effectively on a team and independently
Presentation skills and ability to lead workshops
Leadership skills
Bilingualism (French and English) will be considered an asset.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Participate in some aspects of the R. E. C. I. T. network
Coordinate & support the I. C. T. projects and school teams.
Promote the curriculum through the use of information and communication technologies.
Model effective instructional strategies
Lead pedagogical sessions for teachers, administrators, and other professionals
Remain informed of current literature and research in teaching and learning
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR
Coordinator of Instructional Services
WORK SCHEDULE
35 hours per week – Monday to Friday
EFFECTIVE DATE:
July 1, 2021
REMUNERATION:
Salary and working conditions will be in conformity with the regulations of the MEQ
**“The New Frontiers School Board is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce, encouraging all qualified applicants to apply. We are committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments.”
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