Coordinator of Programs - BVI Atlantic Provinces
Coordinator of Programs - BVI Atlantic Provinces
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COMPETITION #:
INITIAL POSTING DATE: April 16 2025
LOCATION: Flexible within the Atlantic Provinces
POSITION: Full Time Permanent
SALARY: In accordance with the APSEA/NSTU Agreement
APPLICATION BY: April 22 2025 until Noon
START DATE: As soon as possible
Unlock Your Potential with APSEA A Career That Makes a Difference!
Are you ready to be part of something bigger Atlantic Provinces Special Education Authority (APSEA) is more than just an agency its a community dedicated to empowering children and youth across Atlantic Canada who are Deaf deaf and hard of hearing (DHH) blind and visually impaired (BVI). Since 1975 weve been on a mission to provide inclusive responsive and flexible educational services. Now we want you to join us and help make a lasting impact on the lives of learners and their families.
Why Join Us By becoming the Coordinator of Programs BVI (Atlantic Provinces) with APSEA youll have the opportunity to make a profound difference in the lives of children and youth with diverse needs while leading a team of dedicated professionals.
At APSEA we offer more than just a job we offer an environment where your passion and skills will thrive.
Heres what we bring to the table:
- Access to the Teachers Pension Plan
- Comprehensive Health and Dental Benefits under the Nova Scotia Teachers Health and Dental Plan
- Professional Learning Opportunities to keep you at the top of your game
- A supportive inclusive culture where diversity is celebrated and embraced
Whats the Role Asthe Coordinator of Programs BVI you will be providing supportive leadership as it relates to the coordination development and implementation of programs and services for learners families and school teams across the Atlantic provinces.
Daytoday the Coordinator:
- Works with APSEA teams and educational and community partners to coordinate a variety of learning opportunities for children and youth with blindness and low vision.
- Provides supervision to employees within the department.
- Engages in professional learning and keeps abreast of current literature to remain knowledgeable concerning emerging trends innovations programs and materials in the field.
- Supports processes to create a safe equitable positive and supportive learning environment in which diversities are valued.
- Contributes to the maximum budget operating efficiency of APSEA programs through the effective management of financial resources. Prepares and submits reports and statistical information as required.
What You Bring to the Table: Youre not just looking for any job youre passionate about education and you bring a wealth of knowledge and experience.
We are looking for someone who:
- Has a Masters Degree in Education of students who are blind or visually impaired or equivalent.
- Has a Masters Degree in Educational Administration/Leadership or equivalent education and experience.
- Has five 5 years of experience in programming and service delivery for students who are BVI.
- Has a minimum of 5 years of experience in administration and/or leadership/supervisory capacity within education.
- Has a valid Nova Scotia Teachers Certificate.
- Is driven to work collaboratively with APSEA colleagues educational team members and other agencies and educational partners. Productively leads multiple priorities.
- Has excellent leadership communication and interpersonal skills. Deals openly honestly and transparently in pursuit of departmental and organizational goals.
- Brings experience in the hiring and managing of employees.
- Demonstrates ability in the management of fiscal resources within budget.
- Is highly organized and detail oriented with strong decisionmaking capacity in a fastpaced environment.
- Is a forward focused individual who proactively seeks new knowledge and skills who looks for opportunities to improve the organization and experience of team members.
- Has the ability to mentor and coach employees in the development implementation monitoring and reporting of appropriate programming for learners with diverse needs.
- Works independently with limited supervision is selfdirected and demonstrates initiative.
- Has the ability to apply knowledge experience and commitment in the areas of crosscultural understanding human rights and diversity.
- Brings excellent attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
- Demonstrates ethical decision making with a commitment to privacy.
- Is comfortable working in a virtual learning environment.
- Keeps a flexible work schedule to accommodate program implementation outside of typical school of leadership may be required outside of the school year.
- Is ok with occasional travel which may be required within the Atlantic Provinces. Access to a reliable mode of transportation is required.
Would be a plus if you have:
- Fluency in American Sign Language (ASL).
- French Language fluency.
Note: an offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials.
APSEA embraces a culture of belonging in the workplace. We believe that the lived experiences of individuals enrich our organization and enhance our ability to serve Atlantic communities. We value the unique perspectives and contributions of all individuals and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.
If you require accommodation in the application and/or interview process please let our HR Generalist know at .
If youre ready to make an extraordinary difference in the lives of children and youth in Atlantic Canada dont wait! Apply now and join an incredible team thats helping to shape the future of education.
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