MANAGER OF STANDARDS OF PRACTICE & EDUCATION

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Manager of Standards of Practice and Education

Standards of Practice and Education 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 Standards of Practice and Education. This position will support the Director of Standards of Practice and Accreditation, the Standards of Practice and Education Unit and the Standards of Practice and Education Committee in alignment with the College's mandate. To provide program, policy and research support to promote professional standards and to advance continuing competence among members of the College. To ensure that teacher education programs are adhering to the Accreditation of Teacher Education Regulation 347/02 and the Teachers' Qualification Regulation 176/10 in order to meet the needs of the provincial education sector demands. To manage the Unit to establish, maintain and improve procedures and policies relevant to the accreditation of provincial in-service teacher education programs/courses. To provide analysis which supports effective strategic planning and quality in professional standards in teacher pre-service, in-service, induction and mentoring in Ontario, as well as in standards for career-long professional learning.

Responsibilities:

• Report to the Director of Standards of Practice and Accreditation, primarily responsible for coordinating and managing the activities of the Standards of Practice and Education staff, with additional project leadership opportunities as assigned
• Support the Standards of Practice and Education Unit staff and the Standards of Practice and Education Committee in its planning for and deliberations in accordance with regulatory requirements
• Collaborate with the Manager of Accreditation, to facilitate the integration of the professional standards and accreditation best practices in the work of the Unit and the Committee as needed.
• Participate in Department planning, program and priority setting
• Establish Unit objectives and an implementation plan for achieving them within a specified period of time.
• Determine Unit priorities, assign and monitor the work of staff ensuring professionalism, accuracy, timely completion and an equitable distribution of work in effectively accomplishing the research, analysis and communication tasks of the Unit.
• Establish and maintain efficient and effective Unit procedures, onboard and train new staff, communicate performance standards for the Unit and regularly evaluate the performance of staff.
• Communicate administration policies and human resources policies to Unit staff
• Establish Unit budget, goals and objectives while respecting the College's Mission and Vision and aligning with the College's Strategic Priorities.
• Through research and analysis, support teacher education programs and strategies in Ontario that address teacher professional needs, meet provincial initiatives, foster effective planning for teacher supply and retention and generally contribute to the improvement of the profession.
• Prepare presentations, reports, briefing notes, position papers and statistical and other evaluative studies for the Standards of Practice and Education Committee and College Senior leadership
• Prepare responses to correspondence, inquiries or other requirements in support of the College accountability with respect to teacher education and teacher professional standards
• Foster and promote respectful working relationships with all educational partners in the province including; Additional Qualification course providers. Ministry, school board, Federation and affiliate personnel, etc.
• Work in collaboration with other Departments of the College Perform other duties as required by the College.

Qualifications:

• 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
• Practical experience in any of the following areas is considered an asset:
• Additional Qualification course development and/or instruction
• First Nations, Mtis 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 November 18, 2024.

The Ontario College of Teachers offers competitive salaries, pension, comprehensive benefits and a modern, progressive work environment. This position operates with a mix of remote and in-office workdays.

The College's mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy that requires all staff, including prospective new employees, to be fully vaccinated by a Health Canada approved COVID-19 vaccine has been temporarily suspended. Currently new employees will not have to show evidence of vaccination. The College reserves the right to reactivate this policy at its discretion based on Public Health recommendations. Individuals with valid medical or other human rights-based exemptions will continue to be considered for appropriate accommodation within the policy.

Ontario College of Teachers is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environment. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please advise the Human Resources Department to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated throughout this process. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.