Learning Specialist - littératie et français au primaire
Secondment (Open competition)
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 Department of Education and Early Childhood Development is a government agency 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.

The employees of the Department of Education and Early Childhood Development establish programs and offer services that support parents and educators and encourage learners, aged 0 to 20, to achieve lasting and transferable learning that will serve them throughout their lives.

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, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following tasks:
Working on the implementation of French curricula from kindergarten to Grade 8. Planning, developing and implementing a program with various professional development modules on learning how to read.
Planning, developing and implementing the literacy strategy. Collaborating with various partners in connection with literacy and French to establish and offer professional development, provide training and develop any other learning resources required for literacy and French.
The key responsibilities of the position are:

• Planning, developing and implementing French programs from kindergarten to Grade 2.
• Planning, developing and implementing the literacy strategy.
• Planning, developing and implementing the programming of various types of training and professional development.
• Doing research on literacy and learning of French.
• Assembling instructional resources.
• Working with various partners in the literacy sector.

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:

• A master's degree in education and a minimum of six (6) years' teaching experience in an inclusive K?8 public education system.
• An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.
• In-depth knowledge of instructional approaches to numeracy and best practices in literacy at the primary level.
• Ability to supervise and train teaching staff.
• Ability to analyze data and adapt strategies to the needs of students and/or teachers.
• Skills in collaboration and development of educational resources.

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. Please state your language capability.

Behavioural competencies:

• Change Leadership
• Creative/Innovative Reasoning
• Effective Interactive Communication
• Initiative
• Relationship/Network Building

Technical competencies:

• Knowledge of group facilitation techniques
• Planning and organizing skills
• Specialized subject matter expertise and knowledge
• Written communication skills

Nice to have:
Ability to work independently and manage several projects simultaneously
Ability to work in a team
Ability to communicate effectively

Salary:
Pay Band 7: $90,480 to $109,486 annually

Work environment:

• Office location: 250 King Street, Fredericton
• A remote work agreement may be considered in New Brunswick.
• Teamwork is promoted.
• Some travel throughout the province will be required.
• Standard hours of work: Monday to Friday, 8:15 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
• 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 the Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and services
• One paid volunteer day per year to give back to the community
• 1.25 days/month of paid vacation
• 1.25 days/month of sick leave
• Other benefits as per collective agreement

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

How to apply:
We encourage applicants to apply online at www.ere.gnb.ca or by email at [email protected] by March 9, 2025, indicating competition number 24-2000-C43. 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, NB E3B 5H1

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, will be given preference at the time of selection. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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