PERMANENT POSITION

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EARLY LEARNING SPECIALIST

Services éducatifs francophones

Department of Education and Early Childhood Development

Fredericton

At the Department of Education and Early Childhood Development (EECD), we are dedicated to fulfilling New Brunswick's educational mission.

The Opportunity

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 Department of Education and Early Childhood Development is dedicated to fulfilling New Brunswick's educational mission. The work we do aims to develop engaged and ethical citizens who lead balanced lives and have a desire to learn throughout their lives. Our actions in this regard have a positive impact on our communities and help to improve the everyday lives of New Brunswickers.

The Department of Education and Early Childhood Development is seeking an individual for the Développement et apprentissage à la petite enfance Division as an Early Learning Specialist in Fredericton.

Who You Are

You are passionate about early childhood learning and development and seeking to bring your expertise and innovative ideas to this field.

You enjoy working on a team and driving the development of potential solutions based on data, reflection and the latest research.

You enjoy tackling challenges, leading projects and achieving outcomes to enhance the quality of services for children and families.

You have outstanding interpersonal and communication skills for engaging the various partners in identifying optimal solutions.

What You Will Do

Reporting to the Direction du Développement et de l'Apprentissage 0-8 ans, this person is responsible for developing and updating the Curriculum éducatif - Services de garde francophones du Nouveau-Brunswick (Curriculum éducatif) and the "Introduction à l'éducation de la petite enfance" training and for developing associated evaluation and support resources. The incumbent will plan, facilitate and deliver training to educational teams in the school districts and to staff at early learning and childcare facilities.

The Successful Candidate's Primary Responsibilities Will Include

• Identifying innovative teaching practices in early childhood development to inform updates and changes made to the Curriculum éducatif and online training
• Modifying processes concerning the review or development of all new training, instructional resources and supporting documentation in connection with the Curriculum éducatif and pedagogical leadership
• Engaging staff of the department, school districts and partners and early learning and childcare facility representatives in the development of instructional resources
• Collaborating with Francophone post-secondary institutions to maintain ties with and meet the needs of the early learning and childcare sector
• Sharing educational knowledge regarding the review of Kindergarten-Grade 2 curricula, supporting the alignment of high-school early childhood education courses and sharing best practices with school partners
• Implementing the approach framework for early learning and childcare facilities for after-school services
• Promoting ongoing professional development opportunities for departmental staff, sector stakeholders and early childhood educators and providing guidance and support to the appropriate persons when they encounter situations going beyond their training and/or experience
• Monitoring the quality of implementation of the Curriculum éducatif and associated resources and analyzing Curriculum éducatif evaluation outcomes
• Aligning early childhood programs and services offered by partners with the Curriculum éducatif
  
  

Need To Have

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:

• Master's degree in education or early childhood education and at least five (5) years of experience in the field of early childhood development OR
• Bachelor's degree in education or early childhood education and at least seven (7) years of experience in the field of early childhood development and learning among children aged 0¿8.
• An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.
• Diverse experience and knowledge in early childhood development and learning
• Knowledge of the Curriculum éducatif ¿ Services de garde francophones du Nouveau-Brunswick
  
  

Written and spoken competence in French is required. Please state your language capability.

Nice To Have

• Experience with various types of technology that facilitate remote communication and collaboration
• Experience and training in project management
  
  

Behavioural Competencies

• Commitment to Learning
• Creative Thinking / Innovation
• Developing Others
• Effective Interactive Communication
• Relationship / Network Building
• Teamwork and Cooperation
  
  

Technical Competencies

• Knowledge of Applicable Legislation and the Department's Policies and Procedures Commitment to Learning
• Project Management
• Knowledge of Group Facilitation Techniques:
• Ability to Use Office Technology, Software and Applications
• Specialized Subject Matter Expertise and Knowledge
• Written Communication
  
  

Wage

Pay Band 7: $86,970 - $105 222 annually.

Work Environment

• Office location: 250 King Street, Fredericton or telework in New Brunswick.
• Développement et apprentissage à la petite enfance has 12-15 members working as part of the broader team within the Secteur éducatif francophone
• Travel required within the province based on responsibilities (approximately 15¿20 times/year)
• Standard hours of work: Monday to Friday, 8:15 to 4:30.
• We promote a scent-reduced environment.
  
  

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 email at HR.Competitions@gnb.ca or by mail at the following address by February 11, 2024, indicating competition number 23-2000-016. This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level.

Department of Education and Early Childhood Development

Human Resources 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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