Job Description

Posting 25-34

Program Officer, Standards of Practice and Education

Standards of Practice and Accreditation Department

Category 5a - Hiring Range $106,009 - $158,520

One academic year secondment (October 2025 to June 2026) with the possibility of extension.


We are seeking a member of the Ontario College of Teachers with extensive knowledge of continuing teacher education, group facilitation and research experience to join the College. Our Program Officers are passionate and caring educators with strong analytical, problem solving and organizational skills.


This position requires an enthusiastic teacher-leader with strong interpersonal skills, an eye for detail and the ability to manage several large projects independently. A commitment to collaborative team-work and shared leadership is essential.

Responsibilities:

Accredit additional qualification courses Facilitate the development and revision of Additional Qualification course guidelines Support standards-based teacher education through research, analysis and consultation Promote the Ethical Standards and Standards of Practice for the Teaching Professionwithin teacher education and professional practice Foster relationships with education partners that support integration of the standards, teacher education, additional qualifications and accreditation Prepare responses to College correspondence and inquiries Maintain current knowledge of issues and trends in pre-service and in-service teacher education Prepare presentations, reports and briefing notes Perform other duties as required by the College
Qualifications, Skills, & Experience:

Membership in Ontario College of Teachers in good standing Proven educational leadership and project management experience Skilled facilitation of both synchronous and asynchronous work in a virtual environment Excellent written and oral language proficiency Experience with: + Teaching and mentoring
+ Program review or curriculum development
+ Facilitation of professional learning and reflective inquiry
Practical experience in any of the following areas is considered an asset: + Additional Qualification course instruction
+ First Nations, Metis and/or Inuit education
+ Technological education

To apply, please submit your cover letter and resume through

our application portal

no later than 1 October 2025.

The College supports a flexible work environment, if your role permits, to afford everyone the best of both worlds - a mix of remote and in-office workdays. Schedules will be determined in partnership between individuals, managers, and respective teams.

Ontario College of Teachers is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environment. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please advise the Human Resources Department to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated throughout this process. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.