Technology Education Consultant (Education Officer 3)

About Us

The Department of Education and Early Childhood Development (EECD) is leading the transformation of the early years and public education system in Nova Scotia. We are doing this by designing an innovative curriculum, facilitating excellence in teaching and learning, ensuring an inclusive education experience, and working closely with our partners in education. This will provide children, students, and families with a strong foundation for success. This department is a perfect fit for those that want to be part of the future of public education in the province.

About Our Opportunity

As part of the Education, Innovation, Programs and Services Branch, you will work in the Career Pathways Division to provide direction and integrated leadership to the Regional Centres for Education (RCEs) and le Conseil scolaire acadien provincial (CSAP) regarding the development, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of policies, guidelines, programming, and services.

The Provincial Technology Education Consultant’s primary responsibility will be supporting Technology Education (Tech. Ed.) and Trades-Related Learning in Nova Scotia Public Schools. They will work collaboratively with the Career Pathways team, provincial Youth Pathways Consultants, EECD colleagues, and external partners to support the academic achievement and well-being of all students.

The Provincial Technology Education Lead reports directly to the Director of Career Pathways.

We are looking for a proven educational leader who wants to be part of an innovative team and who will make a difference!

Primary Accountabilities

• Support grades 7-12 technology  education curricula (Technology Education 7-9, Construction Technology 10 & 12, Exploring Technology 10, Communications Technology 11 & 12, Design 11, Electrotechnologies 11, Energy, Power & Transportation 11. Production Technology 11 & 12, Audio Recording and Production 12, Film and Video Production 12, and Multimedia 12).
• Support technology education curriculum development and renewal.
• Liaise with RCEs/CSAP and school safety committees in relation to dust collection systems, hot work, training for production lab equipment, etc.
• Support and maintain Safety-Net Training, Safety Protocols in Skilled Trades and Technology Education, and Hot Work Procedures in NS Public Schools.
• Support new school planning/construction by providing expertise regarding Technology  Education learning spaces and required tools and equipment.
• Support the implementation of the High Skills Major (HSM) Program in pilot schools.
• Liaise with other government departments, industry and organizations.

• Technology Education facility support (learning spaces, equipment, and related safety requirements).

• Support Ministerial Mandate priorities related to skilled trades and related learning.
• Investigate and strengthen post-secondary options for technology education and skilled trades teacher training.
• Assist with career readiness and resource development.
• Assist with expansion of community-based learning opportunities and partnerships in areas related to subject specialization.

• Manage and analyze technology education data to support program planning, reporting, and decision-making.
• Contribute to internal and external reports, briefings, and planning documents related to trades-related learning and career pathways.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience

As the successful candidate, you will have:

• Certificate of Technology Education (NSAC) with a Bachelor of Education; a Bachelor of Education with teachable in Technology Education; or Diploma in Technology Education and a Master of Education degree or equivalent.
• A minimum (8) eight years experience teaching in a wood production lab and experience with the operation and maintenance of dust collection systems (DCS).

 You must have extensive knowledge of the Nova Scotia Technology Education curriculum and the importance of trades-related learning. You must have strong decision-making and leadership skills as well as outstanding verbal, written, communication, research and presentation skills. You must have excellent organizational skills, be detail-oriented with the ability to multi-task. You must be able to develop and maintain effective working relationships with diverse groups, community partners/members and colleagues.

 Experience in an education leadership role would be an asset.

Valid driver’s license as travel is required across the province.

 Additional assets considered for this position include:

• Sound knowledge of machine and tool safety and maintenance.
• Demonstrated teaching experience in experiential and community-based learning
• Credentials in project management.
• Bilingualism (fluent in French and English).

Equivalency

Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.

Benefits

Based on the employment status and union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs.  For information on all our Benefit program offerings, click here: Benefits for government employees.

Working Conditions

• Normal work week is 35 hours/week, 7 hours/day
• May be required to work overtime on occasion 
• Travel is required to attend meetings and offer services

Additional Information

The position's worksite location is flexible and will be determined at the offer negotiation stage. Please list on your cover letter and application which location(s), you would be willing to work from if selected for this position. 

What We Offer

• Career development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career
• Engaging workplace: our employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in, we have forward-thinking policies and strategies
• Countless career paths