SRCE-26-175, Term Consultant, Math/Science

During this posting round, permanent contract teachers, second-year probationary teachers, teachers with recall status, and external applicants may apply for any vacancies for which they are qualified.

Permanent contract teachers, second-year probationary teachers, and teachers with recall status must apply using their Internal Profile to ensure their seniority is recognized. To access your Internal Profile, log in through Employee Access.  If you need assistance with your login credentials, please contact the HR Department. 

Applicants who apply for more than one position must rank their application in order of preference.

As part of the public education system in Nova Scotia, the Strait Regional Centre for Education (SRCE) was established on April 1, 2018, to deliver the public school program focusing on supporting student learning, achievement, well-being and overall success.  The Strait Regional Centre for Education, with the support of approximately 1,166 employees, works diligently to achieve its mission “to empower our children and youth, within safe, equitable and inclusive environments to embrace a changing world as responsible, contributing and successful lifelong learners.”  In 2024-2025, the SRCE operates 20 schools with approximately 5,948 students; and approximately 375 children are attending pre-primary programs at 14 school locations.  Located in the northeastern part of Nova Scotia, the Strait Regional Centre for Education’s jurisdiction encompasses the counties of Antigonish, Guysborough, Inverness and Richmond, an area of approximately 11,000 square kilometres with a population of 53,742 (Census 2021).

Worksite:  Central Office, SRSB

Deadline for Applications:  06/15/2026,  at 11:59 pm.

Effective Dates:   08/01/2026   to  07/31/2027 

Responsibilities:

• To initiate and support sound curriculum development and teaching practices in mathematics and science from Primary to Grades 12;
• To ensure that appropriate mathematics programs, which are supportive of the Public School Program and curriculum guides and responsive to the needs of students, are available to students in all schools;
• To consult and work with school administrators and staff to promote and support teacher professional development and innovative instructional techniques;
• To facilitate the implementation of Department of Education & Early Childhood Development mathematics and science curriculum initiatives with the needs of the Strait Regional Centre for Education;
• To manage and evaluate pilot programs and field tests of mathematics and science materials;
• To identify, evaluate, and recommend supplementary mathematics and science resource materials;
• To liaise with the Department of Education & Early Childhood Development and the Regional Centre for Education student services staff to ensure that curriculum requirements of special needs students are met;
• To represent the Regional Centre for Education on provincial and regional committees related to mathematics and science programs;
• To provide “mathematics and science information” sessions for parents/guardians in conjunction with school administration;
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Programs & Student Services
  
  

Essential Qualifications:

• Valid Nova Scotia Teacher’s Certificate;
• Master of Education or actively involved in pursing a Masters in Education degree:
• Bachelor of Science
• Major/Minor in Math
• Completion of advanced studies in mathematics and science pedagogy;
• Minimum five years’ experience as a mathematics/science teacher in public schools;
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills;
• Experience in leading curriculum workshops and making presentations on curriculum related issues
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Desirable Qualifications:

• School or regional administration experience considered an asset

Your application must include at least three (3) work-related references, one must be your most recent supervisor.  All candidates short listed for interview will have references checked prior to being interviewed. 

All employees of the Strait Regional Centre for Education must provide a current (within the last 6 months), and clear Criminal Record Check with a Vulnerable Sector Search and Child Abuse Registry prior to employment with the Strait Regional Centre for Education.

The Strait Regional Centre for Education appreciates your interest for employment.  Please note that only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.  Candidates can check on the status of their application in Successfactor under My Applications.