Posting 24-57
Bilingual Program Officer

Accreditation Unit, Standards of Practice and Accreditation Department

Category 5a — Hiring Range $102,662 - $153,515
One academic year secondment (January 2025 to December 2025) with the possibility of extension.

We are looking for a member of the Ontario College of Teachers with extensive knowledge of initial and continuing teacher education to join the Accreditation Unit. 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 teamwork and shared leadership is essential.

Excellent written and oral language proficiency is required in both official languages. Language proficiency testing will be administered as part of the recruitment process.

Responsibilities

• Support the Accreditation Unit and the Accreditation Committee.
• Facilitate reviews of programs that lead to teaching certification in Ontario in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Facilitate accreditation panels to review pre-service teacher education programs and develop an evidence-based report of findings and recommendations.
• Support pre-service teacher education providers throughout the accreditation process by interpreting regulations and College policies, developing resources, and guiding application development.
• Prepare presentations, reports, briefing notes, issue papers, literature reviews and research summaries to inform the Accreditation Committee’s decision rendering and policy alternatives in accreditation and teacher education.
• Prepare correspondence, responses to inquiries, and presentations to inform the public and education stakeholders about the College, its core responsibilities and our accreditation activities.
• Keep informed about current issues, trends and research in teacher education and professional accreditation in Ontario and other jurisdictions and carry out related primary and secondary source research studies.
• Collaborate intra and inter-departmentally to contribute to the overall mandate of the College.
• Perform other duties as required by the College.

Qualifications and Experience

• Membership in good standing with the Ontario College of Teachers.
• Proven educational leadership and project management experience.
• Skilled facilitation of both synchronous and asynchronous panel 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:
  • First Nations, Métis and/or Inuit education
  • Indigenous teacher education
  • Indigenous language teacher education
  • Technological education
  • Pre-service teacher education
  • Additional Qualification course instruction

To apply, please submit your cover letter and resume through our application portal no later than December 6, 2024.

Posting 24-56
Program Officer

Standards of Practice and Education, Standards of Practice and Accreditation Department

One academic year secondment (January 2025 to December 2025) with the possibility of extension
Category 5 - Hiring Range: $102,662 - $153,515

We are looking for 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.

Excellent written and oral language proficiency is required.

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 Profession within teacher education and professional practice
• Foster relationships with Indigenous and French Language communities 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 and 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, Métis and/or Inuit education
  • Technological education
  • French language sector experience

To apply, please submit your cover letter and resume through our application portal no later than December 2, 2024.

Posting 24-55
Senior Communications Officer

Communications Unit, Corporate Services Department

Limited term appointment – 13 months with possibility of extension
Category 5 - Hiring Range: $96,111 to $110,545

You’re a dynamic, self-starting and seasoned communications professional with a progressive background in all facets of corporate communications. You are multi-talented with extensive experience in researching, writing, implementing and measuring targeted communications strategies, and managing projects on-time and on-budget. You are an exceptional planner and strategist who has developed materials for use across multiple traditional and digital channels, accurately and on-deadline. You are adept at managing issues and crises. You have an innate ability to communicate comfortably with all stakeholders, including the public and the media. You are accustomed to handling sensitive information with utmost discretion and representing your employer with consummate professionalism in all circumstances.

Responsibilities

• Reporting to the Manager of Communications, develop and implement various communication strategies, plans and tactics, as assigned.
• Research, write and edit copy in plain language for various traditional and digital channels, including key messages, talking points, speaking notes, speeches, professional advisories, white papers, scripts, website and intranets, e-newsletters, social media, advertisements, member mailings, and promotional materials.
• Compile background and research material.
• Work closely with the Manager and communications colleagues on issues and crisis management activities to provide reputational support to the organization.
• Initiate or review requests for media interviews, speaking engagements and other news making opportunities.
• Act as a College spokesperson with the media and prepare related materials.
• Advise and support senior College leadership and official spokespersons.
• Provide internal communications leadership and support to help build on a supportive, collaborative and inclusive corporate culture.
• Attend meetings and act on behalf of the Manager of Communications, as required
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• A university degree and/or college diploma in communications, marketing, public relations, journalism, or equivalent experience.
• A minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in the planning, development and implementation of communication strategies, plans and tactics related to all aspects of corporate communications.
• Exceptional strategy, planning, execution and project management skills.
• Excellent writing and editing skills to plan, research and develop compelling content for a wide variety of purposes targeted to various audiences, including members of the profession, Council members, colleagues, education sector stakeholders, members of the public, and the media.
• Significant knowledge and skills to develop and execute effective communications and engagement tactics across multiple channels and platforms - digital and traditional.
• Thorough knowledge and demonstrated ability in media relations, issues management, internal and external engagement.
• Significant experience advising and interacting with senior leaders.
• Ability to interpret and distill complex information.
• Ability to coach and provide constructive feedback to junior staff, where applicable and appropriate, to help with skills development and achieving unit goals.
• Proven organizational skills to manage high volumes of work in a fast-paced environment.
• Advanced technology proficiency with Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and videoconferencing (that is, Zoom, GoToMeeting, MS Teams).
• Knowledge and understanding of the education sector, and the mandate, related legislation, regulations and bylaws of the Ontario College of Teachers is an asset.
• French bilingualism is an asset.

To apply, please submit your cover letter and resume through our application portal no later than November 22, 2024.

Posting 24-54
External Relations Officer,

Communications Unit, Corporate Services Department

Permanent position, Category 5 - Hiring range $96,111 - $110,545

Relying on your demonstrated successes in corporate outreach and stakeholder relations, you will support the College with respect to a variety of projects involving external relations and promotion, stakeholder liaison, event planning and management, and support to senior management external presentations. An experienced professional, you will bring to the role an understanding of and commitment to professional regulatory and education matters in Ontario.

Responsibilities

• Support public, teacher candidates, member and stakeholder consultations regarding legislative and regulatory amendments, certification requirements, professional advisories, policies, additional qualification course guidelines and other areas.
• Contribute to strategic planning associated with key College outreach activities including the determination of objectives, the identification of priority audiences and message development.
• Work within the Communications team and others on targeted distributions of College promotional materials including direct mail, literature and marketing materials.
• Represent the College at regulatory and education sector conferences, career fairs and faculty tours and identify issues and trends to address in College policy, programs and activities.
• Coordinate all aspects of the College’s attendance at these events including the identification of strategic opportunities, booking of display space, incorporation of college speakers into the official program, installation of displays, the distribution of literature and scheduling of College staff to participate.
• Liaise with international delegations, trustee, parent, student, business, labour, political and multicultural organizations and other community-based groups wishing to interact with the College.
• Organize and provide presentation materials for speaking engagements and tours involving College spokespersons.
• Support outreach initiatives relating to Indigenous communities.
• Participate on staff committees, working groups and consultations that have an impact on external liaison and outreach.
• Coordinate College market research efforts including focus group organization, facilitation script and survey instrument development, programming and execution.
• Prepare slide presentations, correspondence, reports and briefing notes on various policy matters.
• Must be able travel within the province of Ontario on a regular basis.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education / experience: a bachelor’s degree or College diploma in public relations, marketing, communication or journalism, and/or a minimum of 8-10 years of experience that demonstrates the skills, knowledge, and understanding, as appropriate, of public relations, promotions, event design and production and marketing.
• Communication and writing: strong writing communications skills, with an emphasis on being able to share information clearly and concisely.
• Interpersonal skills: build and maintain productive relationships with a variety of internal and external stakeholders.
• Analytical and organizational skills: analyze and organize information.
• Computer skills: able to use Microsoft 365.
• Presentation skills: presents information well.
• Management and leadership skills: the ability to manage and lead projects effectively.
• Event planning: plan and execute events.
• A valid driver’s licence is an asset.
• French bilingualism is an asset.

To apply, please submit your cover letter and resume through our application portal no later than November 22, 2024.

Posting 24-53
Manager of Standards of Practice and Education

Standards of Practice and Education Unit, Standards of Practice and Accreditation Department

Permanent position
Category 4a - Hiring Range $137,908 – $159,874

The Ontario College of Teachers is seeking a Manager of Standards of Practice and Education. This position will support the Director of Standards of Practice and Accreditation, the Standards of Practice and Education Unit and the Standards of Practice and Education Committee in alignment with the College’s mandate. To provide program, policy and research support to promote professional standards and to advance continuing competence among members of the College. To ensure that teacher education programs are adhering to the Accreditation of Teacher Education Regulation 347/02 and the Teachers’ Qualification Regulation 176/10 in order to meet the needs of the provincial education sector demands. To manage the Unit to establish, maintain and improve procedures and policies relevant to the accreditation of provincial in-service teacher education programs/courses. To provide analysis which supports effective strategic planning and quality in professional standards in teacher pre-service, in-service, induction and mentoring in Ontario, as well as in standards for career-long professional learning.

Responsibilities:

• Report to the Director of Standards of Practice and Accreditation, primarily responsible for coordinating and managing the activities of the Standards of Practice and Education staff, with additional project leadership opportunities as assigned
• Support the Standards of Practice and Education Unit staff and the Standards of Practice and Education Committee in its planning for and deliberations in accordance with regulatory requirements
• Collaborate with the Manager of Accreditation, to facilitate the integration of the professional standards and accreditation best practices in the work of the Unit and the Committee as needed.
• Participate in Department planning, program and priority setting
• Establish Unit objectives and an implementation plan for achieving them within a specified period of time.
• Determine Unit priorities, assign and monitor the work of staff ensuring professionalism, accuracy, timely completion and an equitable distribution of work in effectively accomplishing the research, analysis and communication tasks of the Unit.
• Establish and maintain efficient and effective Unit procedures, onboard and train new staff, communicate performance standards for the Unit and regularly evaluate the performance of staff.
• Communicate administration policies and human resources policies to Unit staff
• Establish Unit budget, goals and objectives while respecting the College’s Mission and Vision and aligning with the College’s Strategic Priorities.
• Through research and analysis, support teacher education programs and strategies in Ontario that address teacher professional needs, meet provincial initiatives, foster effective planning for teacher supply and retention and generally contribute to the improvement of the profession.
• Prepare presentations, reports, briefing notes, position papers and statistical and other evaluative studies for the Standards of Practice and Education Committee and College Senior leadership
• Prepare responses to correspondence, inquiries or other requirements in support of the College accountability with respect to teacher education and teacher professional standards
• Foster and promote respectful working relationships with all educational partners in the province including; Additional Qualification course providers. Ministry, school board, Federation and affiliate personnel, etc.
• Work in collaboration with other Departments of the College Perform other duties as required by the College.

Qualifications:

• Membership in Ontario College of Teachers in good standing
• Proven educational leadership and supervisory experience
• Excellent written and oral language proficiency
• Experience with:
  • Teaching, professionalism 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 development and/or instruction
  • First Nations, Métis and/or Inuit education
  • Technological education
  • French language sector experience
• Oral and written French proficiency is an asset for this position.

To apply, please submit your cover letter and resume through our application portal no later than November 18, 2024.

Posting 24-52
Bilingual Membership Records Assistant

Membership Records Unit, Membership Services Department

Limited term appointment – up to 6-months with possibility of extension
Category 13 - Hiring Range $52,697 - $56,462

By reviewing documents in support of applications of teacher certification in Ontario, the Membership Records Assistant supports the quality and ongoing maintenance of the College’s Member Registry. The role includes a review of incoming documents such as academic and professional records.

French language proficiency testing will be administered.

Responsibilities:

• Process and assess Canadian and international applications for teacher certification in Ontario in accordance with regulatory requirements
• Examine documents to verify authenticity, and apply knowledge of regulatory requirements, official documentation, and official document sources to determine acceptability
• Scan, image and maintain hard copy and digital documents
• Provide accurate, timely and clear communication to applicants and members
• Update member records and issue documentation in support of member qualifications and licensure in accordance with College by-laws and regulatory requirements
• Prepare complex case recommendations for leadership review and approval
• Provide regulatory information and technical support to faculties of education and providers of professional education programs
• Contact external agencies for confirmation/verification of official documentation
• Coordinate with other units within the College, as needed in support of member and applicant records
• Cross-train for occasional assignment in comparable roles across the Membership Services Department
• Assume selected Acting Officer duties when requested
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• French bilingualism.
• Working knowledge of CRM systems, Microsoft Office
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, decision-making and research skills
• An ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
• Effective time management and organizational skills
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to handle highly confidential and sensitive correspondence
• Strong written communication skills
• Considered a strong asset:
• Experience within a regulatory, academic or credential assessment setting
• Knowledge of academic and professional documentation
• Experience in assessment of fraud in hard copy and digital documentation

To apply, please submit your cover letter and resume through our application portal no later than November 7, 2024.

Posting 24-51
Project Manager – Office of the Registrar

Administration Unit, Office of the Registrar

Limited Term appointment- up to 12-months with possibility of extension
Category 7 - Hiring Range $80,661- $88,650

Reporting to the Change Management Project Lead, the Project Manager will lead strategic initiatives for the Office of the Registrar as well as coaching project leads throughout the College on core project management skills and processes. This role will deliver prioritized initiatives while empowering and supporting leads in other departments to do the same.

To be successful in this role, the candidate will need to apply strong skills in situation assessment, considering the perspectives of internal and external groups and demonstrating creativity and agility in recommended actions. This position requires a strong background and experience in project management and implementation along with excellent analytical, writing and presentation skills.

Responsibilities:

Projects for Office of the Registrar

• Lead cross-organizational project teams to deliver projects critical to the College’s strategic plan, from initiation through to close-out and retrospectives.
• Develop project plan, highlighting key tasks, resources and interdependencies to achieve goals and objectives with internal / external and project stakeholders.
• Develop and monitor project schedule, including key milestones and clear deliverables along the project timeline.
• Develop and track budget, in collaboration with project leadership, to ensure final project cost is within approved boundaries.
• Provide leadership, direction and coaching (in project management) to teams on the projects directly assigned to this role.
• Manage relationships with vendors, ensuring that the best interests of the College are defined and achieved from request for proposal through to close-out.
• Establish parameters and metrics for project data collection that are both quantitative and qualitative.
• Provide periodic reports to College leadership on project status, risks, mitigation plans and provide recommendations.

Other Organizational Projects

• Partner with department project leads for effective delivery of projects within a single or across multiple departments.
• Provide project management expertise and coaching to organizational project leads in all project phases, emphasizing project management processes and methodologies to deliver objectives agreed-upon by leadership.
• Leverage influence skills and work with project teams to ensure timely, successful implementation of projects & initiatives.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Post-secondary education in a professional discipline relevant to the job function, such as Business Administration, Public Administration, or combined equivalent of education and experience.
• Minimum five years’ experience managing enterprise projects or post-secondary and/or professional certification (PMP, PRINCE2, etc.)
• Experience providing coaching and guidance to management in areas of project management.
• Considerable experience with group facilitation and vendor management.
• Experience managing complex projects, or strategic and operational reviews within organizations.
• Highly developed written and verbal communications skills with the ability to prepare written reports and deliver effective presentations.
• Exceptional interpersonal, facilitation and negotiation skills with the ability to establish positive working relationships and develop solutions.
• Knowledge of and experience with data collection and analysis techniques to inform recommendations.
• Self-directed and motivated, able to deliver agreed-upon outcomes with minimal supervision, often within short timelines.
• Demonstrated time management skills.
• Ability to work individually and as part of a team.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills with the ability to work with cross-functional teams and meet competing priorities and handle multiple tasks concurrently.

Factors that would be considered as assets in this role include:

• Knowledge of Lean Six-Sigma or other process improvement methodologies.
• Project Management certificate or designation (e.g. PMP, PRINCE 2, etc.)
• Knowledge of change management principles.

This role is contracted to December 31, 2025, with the possibility of extension.

To apply, please submit your cover letter and resume through our application portal no later than November 4, 2024.