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Competition # : 45173Department: Education & Early Childhood DevelopmentLocation: HALIFAXType of Employment: PermanentUnion Status: NSGEU - NSPGClosing Date: xe2x80x8b20-Feb-25 xe2x80x8b (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)Designation StatusThrough its Employment Equity Policy, the Government of Nova Scotia is creating a Civil Service which is representative of the diverse public it serves. Government is committed to ensuring diversity in the workplace by supporting initiatives that promote equitable participation.This vacancy is designated for candidates who identify as African Nova Scotian. If you are a member of this equity group, you must self-identify during the application process, to be considered. See the Nova Scotia Government's Employment Equity for more information, including additional details on the designated groups.About UsThe Department of Education and Early Childhood Development is leading the transformation of the early years and public education system in Nova Scotia. We are doing this by designing an innovative curriculum, facilitating excellence in teaching and learning, ensuring an inclusive education experience, and working closely with our partners in education. This will provide children, students, and families with a strong foundation for success. This department is a perfect fit for those that want to be part of the future of public education in the province by supporting student learning in a progressive and responsive policy environment.The African Canadian Services Branch (ACSB) is dedicated to collaborating across the Department to build a Nova Scotian educational system that is equitable, culturally responsive and a safe learning environment for all learners.About Our OpportunityAs the Student Services Consultant, you are responsible for identifying, developing and implementing the Department's support services for African Nova Scotian/African Ancestry learners at the elementary and secondary levels.The Consultant provides key liaison services with respect to inclusive education, Student Services and Equity and race relations African Nova Scotian/African Ancestry learners among the other branches and divisions of the Department of Education and Early Childhood Development as well as Regional Centres for Education.The Consultant provides strategic direction in support of the achievement and wellness of African Nova Scotian/African Ancestry learners. Monitors, tracks, analyzes and reports on the academic progress of learners from a provincial perspective.Provides professional learning opportunities to staff within Regional Centres for Education, Conseil scolaire acadien provincial, EECD branches and Divisions, other provincial departments/agencies, community based educational partners, universities, associations and the general public where appropriate. This includes activities relating to policy development, professional development, curriculum resources and programming.Provides research-informed consultative services in the design and implementation of interventions for African Nova Scotian/African Ancestry learners through collaboration with colleague in and out of the province. Communicate new developments to educators in Nova Scotia and assist in the development of supplemental education programs and materials which promote educational success.Recommends to Director, African Canadian Services Branch, courses of action to support services to African Nova Scotian/African Ancestry learners.Qualifications and ExperienceTo be successful in this role, you will have a Masters' degree in Education, a Teaching Certificate, and a minimum of eight (8) successful years of teaching, including related leadership experience in student achievement and well-being. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. Thorough knowledge of the Nova Scotia education system and thorough knowledge and skill in the areas of student achievement, academic success, wellness, Africentric curriculum development and integration. This includes a proven ability to monitor, track and support learner progress.You will also possess the ability to implement a team approach to program planning in an educational setting, skills in modification of curriculum and a wide variety of teaching approaches and methodologies. You are also skilled in the area of culturally responsive pedagogy with excellent writing and communication skills.The consultant is proficient in using computer applications (Microsoft Office programs, Internet, virtual meeting platforms). Above average organizational and time management skills are essential, as are excellent interpersonal skills, facilitation skills, and team-building skills. Proven ability to manage constructive relationships with both internal and external stakeholders and the ability to exercise a high degree of independent judgement is required. The consultant will be required to work independently and in team environments applying the concepts of equity, diversity, and inclusion to all areas of the work, and will support colleagues to do the same.Leadership competencies required at this level of work are: Innovation, Decisiveness, Strategic Orientation, Team Leadership, Self-Awareness and Personal Impact, Effective Interactive Communication, Partnering and Relationship Building, and Intercultural and Diversity Proficiency.We will assess the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.EquivalencyApplicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.BenefitsBased on the employment status and union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as a , Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. For information on all our Benefit program offerings, click here: .Additional InformationThis is a permanent, full-time position based in Halifax.What We Offer

• Career Development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career.
• Engaging workplace. Our Employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in. We have forward-thinking policies and strategies.
• Countless career paths.
• Department Specific Flexible working schedules.

Pay Grade: PR 20Salary Range: $3,507.08 - $4,129.29 Bi-WeeklyEmployment Equity Statement: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 Indigenous 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 these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your electronic application.This is a bargaining unit position initially restricted to current civil service employees represented by the Nova Scotia Government Employees Union (NSGEU). If applying from outside a government office, employees must apply correctly via this link:Failure to apply correctly means that your application will not be given first consideration as a bargaining unit applicant, and will only be included if external applications are pursued.External applicants and current casual employees will only be considered if there are no qualified civil service bargaining unit candidates. PLEASE NOTE: Candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.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. We thank all applicants for the interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All questions and concerns may be directed to Competitions@novascotia.ca.

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