Learning Specialist - Centre of Excellence for Digital Innovation
Department of Education and Early Childhood Development
1-year Secondment (Start August 29, 2022), possible extension
OPEN
Fredericton / Remote
Who we are:
The work we do has a positive impact on our communities and helps improve the everyday lives of New Brunswickers. Together, we are over 45,000 New Brunswickers who are passionate problem-solvers, who make a difference and are proud to call New Brunswick home.
The Centre of Excellence for Digital Innovation is part of the Strategic Partnerships unit of the Change Leadership Team. The Centre serves to capture expertise to support curricular outcomes, student achievement and teacher professional learning and is committed to sharing this with teachers and students ¿ both virtually and through experiential means. This includes real-world applications of information and communication technology (ICT), cybersecurity, digital citizenship, coding, research, computational thinking, and other areas related to digital innovation and technologies; across the K-12 spectrum.
What you will do:
Reporting to the Director of Change Leadership, you will work as part of a team committed to leading change though innovation, research-informed practices, and application of virtual and technology tools. As a Centre Lead, you will be part of a small team committed to enhancing curriculum through experiential learning opportunities in collaboration with business and community partners..
The major responsibilities of the position are:
- Work with EECD, school districts, and industry to develop a connected network of experts to support virtual and experiential opportunities for students and teachers across the province
- Contribute to the development of the Centre of Excellence initiative and represent the centre on committees and working groups
- Liaise with practitioners, community organizations, government (e.g. ONB), and other partners on related programs and opportunities. Scaffold the knowledge from these partners to be accessible to teachers and students
- Support the development and implementation technology and ICT in the classroom. This will include support for the development of Cybersecurity 110/120 and enhanced ICT Coop programs
- Develop and support programs for students in digital technologies education, including in career education, placement opportunities, and distance learning. This will include the development and delivery of ICT and technology related programs including CyberTitan, Cyber Defence League, and the Focus on IT (FIT) program
- Develop and promote virtual and in-person events that connect teachers and students with practitioners and other professionals to support EECD initiatives related to digital innovation and technology
- Coordinate meetings, events, and professional learning opportunities for teachers. This will include working with Virtual Learning team to support the Digital Learning Network (DLN) for teachers
- Develop content for Centre of Excellence website; including lesson activities, speaker series, videos, and interactive materials to support teachers and students. Highlight the variety of ICT and digital technology careers and learning options available in New Brunswick
- Set key performance indicators and monitor progress toward these indicators
Work environment:
- Office location: 250 King Street, Fredericton
- Opportunity for remote, with minimum expected presence at Fredericton office 1 day a week
- Standard hours of work: Monday - Friday, 8:15-4:30
- We promote a scent-reduced environment
- Travel throughout province is expected and encouraged
Who you are:
You are a changemaker who strives for excellence and innovation in all you do; a flexible thinker who challenges the status quo and is passionate about enhancing the learning experience for students and educators across the province. You are recognized as a leader in technology and are comfortable leading initiatives that support its application. You thrive on pursuing and maintaining new partnerships with industry and community experts in the field of digital learning and working with partners in the industry.
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:
- Master's degree in Education
- Applicants must be a B contract teacher, with a minimum of six years' work experience in the New Brunswick school system. An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.
- Knowledge of information and communication technology and related areas
- Education or teaching experience in related subject areas
Written and spoken competence in English is required. Please state your language capability.
Nice to have:
To be successful, the candidate should be a dynamic individual who is comfortable working independently, with multiple small teams, and to collaborate and work with a range of individuals one-on-one. The candidate should also possess intermediate or higher technology skills and be enthusiastic about the use of technology in education.
- Technology skills; including areas such as:
-Media production, collaborative tools, creation of sharable resources
-Experience with planning student-based events for multiple classes
- Development and delivery of curricula and professional learning
Applicants must clearly demonstrate the essential qualifications to be given further consideration. Please ensure that preferred language for assessment is identified on your resume.
Behavioural Competencies:
- Creative Thinking / Innovation
- Developing Others
- Effective Interactive Communication
- Results Orientation
- Teamwork and Cooperation
Technical Competencies:
- Knowledge of Training / Instructional Techniques
- Knowledge of Group Facilitation Techniques
- Specialized Subject Matter Expertise and Knowledge
- Written Communication
- Consulting Skills
Wage:
Pay Band 7: $84,422 ¿ $102,128 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
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 HR.Competitions@gnb.ca by June 6, 2022, indicating competition number 22-2000-C19. 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: 1-506-444-4909
We thank all those who apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities in which we live and serve. We encourage and support applications from Aboriginals, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minority groups. Candidates registered with the Equal Employment Opportunity Program and veterans, who are among the most qualified, will be given preference at the time of selection.
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