Education Officer - Bilingual

Education Officer - Bilingual (English/French) / Agent d'éducation; agente d'éducation - poste bilingue (anglais/français)

The Education Quality and Accountability Office (EQAO) is an arm's length government agency of the Ministry of Education (EDU). EQAO contributes to the continuous improvement of Ontario's publicly funded education system. The agency creates and delivers engaging and relevant online curriculum-based large-scale assessments for students that lead to further insights and information needed to support student learning and improve student outcomes.

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Teacher applicants to the Ontario College of Teachers (OCT) must pass the Math Proficiency Test (MPT), ensuring new teachers hold basic competency in math. The Math Proficiency Test unit is responsible for the design, development, administration and reporting of the test, in accordance with O. Reg. 271/19: Proficiency in Mathematics and best practices in large-scale mathematics assessment.

Read more about the MPT.

EQAO is seeking dynamic individuals interested in innovative approaches to online assessment items and design to join the Math Proficiency Test team. Education officers are responsible for working on the design, development, scoring and reporting of the Math Proficiency Test.

About the job

You will:
• provide expertise in the design, development, administration, scoring and reporting of the Math Proficiency Test
• apply adult education principles to ensure the test is appropriate, fair and relevant for test takers
• conduct research relating to assessing, evaluating and reporting test taker results across the province and other jurisdictions
• design and develop content and digital platforms with a focus on equity, inclusion, accessibility, accommodations and well-being
• analyze and report on the results of the Math Proficiency Test to support high-level decision-making
• plan and lead large-scale education assessment projects
• present to various partners, lead consultations and participate on committees with a variety of education partners (e.g. teachers, faculties of education, OCT, EDU)

What you bring to the team

Mandatory requirements

You must possess oral and written French language skills at the superior level. Your proficiency level will be confirmed before hire.

Education sector knowledge

You have:
• knowledge of education theory and pedagogy as they relate to student achievement in mathematics in elementary and secondary schools.
• an understanding of adult learning theory and its application in professional or certification assessments.
• expertise of large-scale and online assessment design, including technology-enhanced items and user experience considerations.
• an understanding of the relationship between large-scale provincial assessments and classroom assessments.
• knowledge of equity, inclusion, accessibility and accommodations in relation to online large-scale assessments.
• experience applying educational theories, current technologies, professional principles and practices to develop tools and resource materials.

Policy, research and analytical skills

You have:
• experience incorporating education policies and research into assessment strategies and resources.
• the ability to apply research techniques, statistics, test theory, and sampling theory to analyze provincial data and outcomes.
• experience researching, analysing, assessing and comparing achievement and contextual data to develop recommendations.

Communication and consultation skills

You have:
• the ability to lead consultations and develop consensus and understanding with partners (e.g. teachers, faculties of education, EDU, OCT and other interested parties) who may have opposing needs and positions.
• communication and relationship-management skills to develop and foster positive networks with partners.
• excellent oral and written communication skills to prepare and edit assessment content, resource and technical materials, briefing notes, reports, and presentations in English and French.

Project management and leadership skills

You have:
• experience in project management, leadership, presentation and technological skills.
• the ability to provide project leadership and technical guidance to staff.

Don't meet every qualification?

If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!

How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility

We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.

Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please contact us.

Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace:

• diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives
• accessibility
• Anti-Racism Policy

What we offer

The Ontario Public Service is one of Ontario's largest employers. Employees work for a wide range of ministries, with offices in more than 70 cities across the province. We offer:
• a career that can grow across ministries and job functions
• flexible learning and developmental opportunities, including education and mentorship programs
• many employee networks offering support for and education about underrepresented groups

This role comes with a comprehensive compensation and benefits package that includes:
• a defined-benefit lifetime pension plan (guaranteed, ongoing inflation-protected income after retirement)
• group health, dental, life and disability benefits
• a range of vacation and leave options
• an Employee and Family Assistance Program, which provides confidential counseling services

Additional information

Address:

• 1 Bilingual English/French Temporary, duration up to 24 months, 2 Carlton St, Toronto, Toronto Region

Compensation Group:

Association of Management, Administrative and Professional Crown Employees of Ontario

Understanding the job ad - definitions

Schedule:

6

Category:

Education and Training

Posted on:

Monday, August 17, 2026

Note:

• This ad is also available in French.
• T-EU-245828/26

How to apply:

1. You must apply online .
2. Your cover letter and resume combined should not exceed five (5) pages. For tips and tools on how to write a concise cover letter and resume, review the Writing a Cover Letter and Resume: Tips, Tools and Resources .
3. Customize your cover letter and resume to the qualifications listed on the job ad. Using concrete examples, you must show how you demonstrated the requirements for this job. We rely on the information you provide to us.
4. Read the job description to make sure you understand this job.
5. OPS employees are required to quote their WIN EMPLOYEE ID number when applying.
6. If you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please Contact Us to provide your contact information. Recruitment services team will contact you within 48 hours.

All external applicants (including former employees of the Ontario Public Service) applying to a competition in a ministry or Commission public body must disclose (either in the cover letter or resume) previous employment with the Ontario Public Service. Disclosure must include positions held, dates of employment and any active restrictions as applicable from being rehired by the Ontario Public Service. Active restrictions can include time and/or ministry-specific restrictions currently in force, and may preclude a former employee from being offered a position with the Ontario Public Service for a specific time period (e.g. one year), or from being offered a position with a specific ministry (either for a pre-determined time period or indefinitely). The circumstances around an employee's exit will be considered prior to an offer of employment.

Remember:

The deadline to apply is Friday, September 4, :59 pm EDT. Late applications will not be accepted.
We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for further screening or an interview will be contacted.

The Ontario Public Service is an inclusive employer.Accommodation is available under the Ontario's Human Rights Code .

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