Posting 24-58
Manager of Accreditation

Accreditation 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 Accreditation for programs of professional education. This position will support the Director of Standards of Practice and Accreditation, the Accreditation Unit and the Accreditation Committee in support of the College’s mandate. To manage the Accreditation Unit to establish, maintain and improve procedures and policies relevant to the accreditation of initial teacher education programs in Ontario. To engage actively in program reviews including those involving substantial changes in, and additions to pre-service programs. To ensure that teacher education programs are adhering to the Accreditation of Teacher Education Programs Regulation 347/02 and the Teachers’ Qualifications Regulation 176/10 in order to meet the needs of the provincial education sector demands. To report regularly to the Department Director and the Accreditation Committee on all reviews and activities. We are looking for a member of the Ontario College of Teachers with extensive knowledge of initial and continuing teacher education.

Responsibilities

• Report to the Director of Standards of Practice and Accreditation, primarily responsible for coordinating and managing the activities of the Accreditation staff, with additional project leadership opportunities as assigned.
• Support the Accreditation Staff, the Accreditation Roster and the Accreditation Committee in its planning for and deliberations with respect to the reviews of programs of professional education in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with the Manager of Standards of Practice and Education, to facilitate the integration of accreditation best practices and the professional standards in the work of the Accreditation Unit, the Accreditation Roster and the Accreditation Committee as needed.
• Work in collaboration with all staff in the Department and the College in support of a positive work environment for all.
• Provide Accreditation Unit leadership when dealing with the accreditation reviews of programs across all providers.
• Co-ordinate the review schedule and monitor workflow for the Program Officers and administrative support assigned to accreditation panels with a focus on optimizing professionalism, accuracy and timely completion of work.
• Participate actively in the accreditation reviews of teacher education programs as a lead or in a supporting role.
• Foster and promote a positive relational approach with all education providers including Deans and Directors of Education in both publicly funded and independent institutions across the province.
• Participate in Department planning, program and priority setting.
• Establish Unit budget, goals and objectives, while respecting the College’s Mission and Vision and aligning with the College’s Strategic Priorities.
• Communicate administration policies and human resources policies to Unit staff.
• Establish and maintain efficient and effective Unit procedures; onboard and train new staff, support staff development, communicate performance standards for the Unit and regularly evaluate staff performance.
• Plan and facilitate training sessions for new Accreditation Committee and Roster members, as well as offering ongoing professional learning opportunities for existing Committee members and panelists.
• Communicate with the Department Director with respect to any significant observations or information, such as changes in teacher education policies and practices by providers of teacher education programs.
• Interpret College regulation, policies and procedures for teacher education providers in Ontario and information requests from other jurisdictions and other Departments.
• Keep abreast of current issues, trends and research in teacher education in Ontario and other jurisdictions and changes in policy, legislation, technology and innovations that may affect teacher education standards and practices in both official languages in the province, and
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Department Director.

Qualifications and Experience

• 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
  • Project management
• Practical experience in any of the following areas is considered an asset:
  • Pre-service course development and/or instruction
  • First Nations and/or 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 January 10, 2025.

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.