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Early Learning Consultant Department of Education and Early Childhood Development 1-year Contract OPEN Edmundston At the Department of Education and Early Childhood Development (EECD), we are dedicated to fulfilling New Brunswick’s educational mission. Check out what it is like to work at the Government of New Brunswick, where we are working together as One Team One GNB to improve the lives of New Brunswickers every day! Who We Are The Early Childhood Services team in District scolaire francophone Nord-Ouest is seeking an Early Learning Consultant to work at the district level. The successful candidate will be responsible for helping establish a pedagogical approach framework for early childhood inclusive practices, developing training on the approach, and delivering the training to educators working at Francophone early learning and childcare facilities associated in the DSF-NO school district. The successful candidate will also be responsible for promoting inclusive practices among educators at early learning and childcare facilities. All work will be carried collaboratively between the Department of Education and Early Childhood Development and the District scolaire francophone Nord-Ouest.
What You Will Do
Reporting to the director of Early Childhood Services, the successful candidates will be responsible for:
- Providing on-site support and resources to improve educators’ comprehension of high-quality early childhood inclusive practices.
- Providing professional training to individuals or groups to promote early childhood inclusive practices.
- Promoting inclusive practices through various means and implementing inclusion policies.
- Participating in the development of a pedagogical approach framework for early childhood inclusive practices as well as training.
- Working closely with their counterparts in the two other Francophone school districts throughout all project phases.
- Leading and supporting a collaborative approach to professional learning focused on enhancing reflective practice, advancing pedagogical leadership, and building upon existing quality.
- Co-constructing, planning, and modifying professional development and workshop learning modules individually, as a team and in collaboration with the early learning specialist that align with the curriculum framework and based on observations and feedback from the sector.
- Promoting the Curriculum éducatif pour la petite enfance francophone du Nouveau-Brunswick to inform and increase public understanding.
- Playing an active role in the local management of certain Inclusion Support Program components.
- Performing other related duties.
Work Environment
- Office location: District scolaire francophone Nord-Ouest région.
- Standard hours of work: Monday – Friday, 8:15-4:30.
- We promote a scent-reduced environment.
Who You Are
You possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, have demonstrated creativity in problem solving and are able to think on your feet. You follow safe practices and treat others with courtesy, professionalism, and kindness at all times. You care about the well-being of New Brunswickers.
Need To Have
Your attitude, skills and interests are just as important as your area ofstudy. We are looking for diverse backgrounds that bring a combination of the following:
- Bachelor’s degree in education, psychology or a related field with a minimum of four (4) years’ experience in early childhood development. An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.
- Thorough practical knowledge of the Curriculum éducatif Services de garde francophones du Nouveau-Brunswick.
- Ability to facilitate groups, virtually or in person, and supervise individuals.
- Ability to pivot quickly, provide high-quality customer service and work effectively with fellow team members and partners.
Written and spoken competence in French is required. Please state your language capability.
Applicants must clearly demonstrate the essential qualifications to be given further consideration. Please ensure that preferred language for assessment is identified on your resume.
Nice To Have
- Experience in the use of a variety of technologies supporting remote communication and collaboration.
- Experience in adult education.
- Broad experience in and knowledge of curriculum development or concepts.
- Experience with inclusive practices
Operational Requirements
- Ability to travel throughout the school district on a regular basis and elsewhere in the province on occasion.
Behavioural Competencies
- Client Service Orientation
- Developing Others
- Effective Interactive Communication
- Relationship / Network Building
- Results Orientation
- Teamwork and Cooperation
Technical Competencies
- Knowledge of Training / Instructional Techniques
- Knowledge of Group Facilitation Techniques
- Planning and Organizing Skills
- Specialized Subject Matter Expertise and Knowledge
Résumés should be in chronological order specifying education and employment in months and years including part-time and full-time employment.
Wage
Pay Band 4: $54,548 – $76,284 annually.
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 Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and services.
- 1 paid Volunteer Day per year to give back to your community.
- 1.25 days/month of paid vacation.
- 1.25 days/month of paid sick leave.
Providing a safe workplace for all. Your health & safety are important to us. GNB has implemented preventative measures across the organization to ensure your health & Safety.
How To Apply
We encourage applicants to apply online at www.ere.gnb.ca , by mail at the following address, or by email at [email protected] by January 5th, 2024, indicating competition number 23-2000-C45. 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, N.B. E3B 5H1
Telephone: 1-506-259-1908
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, shall be given preference at the time of appointment. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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