Department of Education
Please Quote Competition #210435-CB

This is a re-posting of competition #210425, those who have already applied previously need not reapply.

This job posting is initially restricted to NSGEU bargaining unit employees.  Applicants must clearly indicate in their covering letter or resume that he/she is currently a Nova Scotia Government Civil Service employee and a member of the NSGEU.  Failure to do so means that your application will not be given first consideration and will only be included if external applications are pursued.  Prior to applying for this restricted position, you can confirm your employment status through your Employee Self-Service (ESS) access.

Applications from non-bargaining unit applicants are encouraged and will be considered if there are no qualified bargaining unit applicants.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Duties: 

The Learning Disabilities Consultant will be responsible for leading the development of a new provincial strategy to provide enriched programming, within the public school system, to students with learning disabilities. The consultant will develop the strategy using empirical research and evidence on identification, assessment and programming related to teaching students who have learning disabilities. The consultant works closely with other professionals within the Department of Education and liaises with school boards, other government agencies, and community and advocacy organizations regarding the provision of enhanced supports and services for students with learning disabilities.

Qualifications:

A Masters Degree, or a Level 6 (or higher) teaching certificate, or an acceptable equivalent Teacher certificate, with a focus on programming and services to children and youth with special needs and eight years related experience. Candidates will have: demonstrated knowledge of learning disabilities and Attention Deficit Disorder and experience organizing, delivering and evaluating professional development for educators; knowledge and experience with the Nova Scotia education system, preferably in a leadership capacity; and experience working with the collaborative model of educational programming and service delivery as outlined in the Special Education Policy, Nova Scotia Department of Education. Excellent oral and written communication skills are essential for this position.

Classification Range: PR 20
    
Salary Range: $70,806.53 to $83,369.01

Closing Date: Tuesday, September 23, 2008

This is a full time opportunity.

Applications/resumes can be sent to:

Human Resources CSU
c/o Department of Education    
PO Box 578
Halifax, NS  B3J 2S9
Fax: (902)424-0657
Email: Education-CSU-Competitions@gov.ns.ca
 
Submissions must be received by midnight on the closing date.

Our goal is to be a diverse workforce which is representative, at all levels, of the people of Nova Scotia. We are a welcoming workplace and welcome applications from Aboriginal People, Persons with Disabilities, African Nova Scotians, other Racially Visible Persons, and Women in occupations or positions where they are under represented. All applicants who are members of an employment equity group are encouraged to self identify.