Literacy Consultant (SSRCE)

The South Shore Regional Centre for Education (SSRCE) practices the culturally responsive pedagogy approach in providing an inclusive, diverse, equitable, safe and healthy education that supports learning and success both personally and academically to the 59,000 residents of Lunenburg and Queens Counties, an area of 5,250 square kilometres and a total of 23 schools.

Regional Centres for Education have Employment Equity Policies and/or processes and we actively encourage applications from under-represented groups, particularly people of African Nova Scotian, African Canadian and African ancestry and Mi’kmaw/Indigenous ancestry. Please ensure you complete the self-identification portion on the position application.

Position Title: Literacy Consultant (SSRCE)

QUALIFICATIONS

· Valid Nova Scotia Teaching Certificate.

· Minimum five (5) years of successful teaching experience, preferably across multiple grade levels (P–12).

· Master’s degree in Education, preferably with a literacy concentration, or active enrollment in a master’s program with demonstrated progress; or an equivalent combination of education and experience as determined by the Region.

· Strong background in effective literacy instruction and assessment, including early and adolescent literacy

Literacy coaching experience is a considered an asset. 

· Demonstrated experience leading professional learning and supporting school improvement initiatives.

· Strong understanding of inclusive education, culturally responsive pedagogy, and evidence-informed practice.

· Demonstrated ability to analyze and apply literacy data to improve teaching and learning.

· Excellent communication, collaboration, and facilitation skills.

· Proficiency with instructional technologies and digital learning tools.

· Completion of, or enrollment, the Nova Scotia Educational Leadership Consortium / Instructional Leadership Academy is considered an asset.

CHARACTERISTICS

· Recognized instructional leader with strong professional credibility.

· Collaborative and relational leadership style.

· Highly organized, adaptable, and able to manage multiple initiatives.

· Demonstrated integrity and respect for confidentiality.

· Commitment to continuous improvement and student success.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Literacy Leadership and Expertise

· Serve as a Regional Centre’s expert in literacy (P–12), supporting alignment with provincial strategies, priorities, and evidence-based practice.

· A lead on the implementation and continuous improvement of literacy instruction and assessment across schools.

· Support the development, implementation, and monitoring of regional literacy initiatives and strategies within the Programs portfolio.

· Act as a key advisor to the Coordinator on literacy-related matters.

Professional Learning and Capacity Building

· Design, lead, and support professional learning related to literacy instruction, assessment, and intervention.

· Model effective literacy instructional practices and support teachers and school teams through coaching and mentoring.

· Support principals and school leadership teams with literacy planning and instructional decision-making.

· Contribute to and support regional and school-based professional learning initiatives.

Data, Assessment, and Evidence-Informed Practice

· Support the use of assessment data to inform literacy instruction and intervention.

· Assist with the analysis, interpretation, and application of literacy data to improve student outcomes.

· Collaborate with the Coordinator to support coherence between instructional practice, assessment, and system data use.

· Support monitoring and evaluation of literacy initiatives to inform continuous improvement.

Collaboration and System Alignment

· Collaborate with other consultants, coordinators, and departments to ensure literacy is embedded within broader instructional and program initiatives.

· Work collaboratively with literacy-related coaches, staff and teams to support consistent practice.

· Participate in regional and provincial literacy-related meetings, committees, and working groups.

· Support culturally responsive and inclusive literacy practices across schools.

· Provide functional leadership and expertise to literacy-focused staff and initiatives.

· Influence instructional practice and regional coherence through expertise, collaboration, and professional credibility.

Other Duties

· Carry out related duties and projects as assigned by the Coordinator and Director.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

SECURITY CHECKS:

The South Shore Regional Centre for Education requires that all newly hired employees provide a satisfactory Child Abuse Register Check and Criminal Record / Vulnerable Sector Checks. If you have current checks that are less than 3 months old you can attach these checks to your application / resume.

To apply, please complete the online application and attach a current resume, along with 3 professional references. (Please note: Failure to include references may cause delay in processing your application.)

We thank you for your interest in the posted vacancy.