CBVRCE 2026 PSAANS-00, Coordinator of Instruction & Assessment (Literacy), Regional Centre (1 Year)

The Cape Breton-Victoria Regional Centre for Education is responsible for the administration of the public school system within the boundaries of Cape Breton and Victoria Counties, supporting approximately 12,000 students in 38 schools.

We foster a caring, dynamic and creative environment that provides educational opportunities, promotes a love of learning, respect for others and challenges all persons to develop their full potential to become confident, versatile, lifelong learners and thinkers.  We are committed to ensuring the success and achievement of all students within a culturally responsive, safe and inclusive school environment.

The CBVRCE invites applications for the above noted position as we work together to create success for all students in our region.  Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the students we serve.  The Centre for Education welcomes applications from Indigenous People, African Canadian and Other Racially Visible Persons, Members of the 2SLGBTQI++ Community, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented.  If you are a member of one of these equity groups, we encourage you to apply and self-identify on your application.  Applicants with disabilities who require assistance during the application process may contact Leanne Marcil at 902-562-6486 or lhmarcil@cbvrce.ca to request reasonable accommodations.

 Application Deadline:   Wednesday July 8, 2026 by Midnight.

Qualifications 

 Applicants must:

• upload a completed resume with their application
• upload copies of professional licenses, accreditations and certifications supporting qualifications required for the position.
• enter 3 references, one of which is the applicant's immediate supervisor
• update Worksite with the name of the school for each entry in Employment at NSSB in Employee File (internal candidates only)
• update the Assignment (course and/or grades taught) for each entry in Employment at NSSB in Employee File (internal candidates only)

 Candidates selected for an interview will be notified by email.  

The Coordinator of Instruction and Assessment - Literacy will support the implementation of the Nova Scotia Literacy Strategy P-12 and be the board’s representative on the Provincial Literacy Working group and attend monthly provincial meetings.  This position will oversee board literacy personnel such as Literacy Consultant, literacy coaches and Early Literacy Teachers.  The Literacy Lead will also provide coordination, professional learning, and modeling for others, and will monitor, track and interpret literacy data and work with principals to support Student Success Planning.  The Coordinator ensures compliance with the Nova Scotia Assessment Policy and supports staff in program and student services implementation.

The Coordinator shall perform tasks as are assigned by the Director, Programs and Student Services. These tasks may vary, from time to time, with the evolution of the organization and may include but not be limited to the following:

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for the implementation of the Provincial Literacy Strategy P-12 and oversee the English Language Arts program.
• Oversee the management, monitoring and evaluation of effective policies, procedures and program implementation for the Pre-Primary Program and NS-BAP to ensure delivery of inclusive, high quality, play-based early learning and before and after school care.
• Responsible for Early Development Instrument (EDI)
• Oversee Regional Centre literacy personnel such as Literacy coaches, Early Literacy Teacher, English as Additional Language Teachers and System Library Technician.
• Ensure annual performance appraisals are completed for all direct reports.
• Act as the Regional Centre’s representative at the provincial table and work collaboratively with The Provincial Literacy Working Group while being aware of the specific literacy needs for students in the CBVRCE.
• Lead for Student Success Planning (SSP) Process.
• Monitor programs and initiatives offered by the regional centre’s Library Services.
• Incorporate effective culturally and linguistically responsive practices in the delivery of services to all schools.
• Manage appropriate departmental budgets and contribute to the annual budget process including making recommendations for the allocation of staff to schools.
• Work with Human Resource Services in the staffing and recruitment process.
• Provide coordination, professional learning, and modeling for others, and monitor, track and interpret literacy data to support school principals with their Student Success Planning and assessment.
• Attend monthly provincial meetings.
• Oversee the School Success Planning process  and support schools with implementation of student assessment programs.
• Investigate issues of concern regarding students and/or programming brought forth by principals, teachers, parents and the community.
• Manage use of the Nova Scotia Book Bureau in the region.
• Any other duties assigned by the Director of Programs and Student Services.
• Monitor, assess, and report on student learning through the work of the Regional Lead Teams (RLT):  setting expectations for principals as instructional leaders, communicating results and planning and implementing actions for improvement.
• Directly communicate with the Department of Education and schools regarding assessment as well as, serve on the provincial assessment committee.

  The Coordinator of Instruction and Assessment - Literacy possesses a significant degree of problem-solving and decision-making authority, particularly within the scope of literacy program implementation, personnel management, and data interpretation.

  • Extensive Authority: This role is responsible for overseeing the entire English Language Arts program and the Provincial Literacy Strategy P-12. This includes making decisions on how best to implement provincial guidelines locally, managing and evaluating policies and procedures for pre-primary and after-school care in relation to literacy, and providing professional learning and modeling for staff. The Coordinator will also interpret complex literacy data and work with principals on Student Success Planning, which involves identifying areas for improvement and strategizing solutions. They will manage departmental budgets related to literacy, including making recommendations for staff allocation, indicating a high level of financial decision-making within their purview. Furthermore, they are expected to investigate and resolve concerns regarding programming brought forward by various stakeholders (principals, teachers, parents, community).
  • Proactive and Reactive Problem Solving: The role requires both proactive problem-solving (e.g., anticipating challenges in literacy strategy implementation, developing professional learning to address skill gaps) and reactive problem-solving (e.g., investigating issues, addressing concerns from stakeholders, addressing student assessment issues, adjusting strategies based on data).
  • Direct Impact on Student Literacy Outcomes: The most significant impact is on improving literacy levels for all P-12 students in the region. By overseeing the implementation of the Provincial Literacy Strategy, managing literacy personnel, and utilizing data to support schools, this role directly contributes to enhanced student learning and success in literacy.
  • Influence on Program Quality and Consistency: The Coordinator ensures the consistent delivery of high-quality literacy programs, policies, and procedures across all schools within the board, including culturally and linguistically responsive practices. This leads to a more equitable and effective educational experience for students.
  • Strategic Guidance for Schools: By working with principals on Student Success Planning and providing professional learning, the Coordinator directly influences how schools identify and address their specific literacy needs, leading to more targeted and effective interventions.
  • Effective Resource Allocation: Management of departmental budgets and recommendations for staff allocation directly impact how resources are utilized to support literacy initiatives, ensuring efficient and impactful investment.
  • Personnel Development and Performance: Overseeing literacy personnel and completing annual appraisals directly impacts the effectiveness and professional growth of a key group of educators, which in turn benefits student learning.
  • Accountability and Improvement: Monitoring, assessing, and reporting on student learning provides essential feedback loops that drive continuous improvement in programs and instructional strategies.

     

    • Significant course concentration in literacy, elementary education, research
    • Specific training in literacy development or related field is considered an asset
    • Excellent leadership, team-building, communication and interpersonal skills
    • Strong organizational, planning and implementing skills
    • Demonstrated successful experience in working with a team in the area of literacy at the school, regional and/or provincial level
    • Experience in a leadership position(s) related to enhancing literacy at the school or regional level considered an asset
    • Experience in literacy related provincial projects is considered an asset
    • Current knowledge in research-based approaches to literacy and learning in classrooms
    • Expertise with data management
    • Expertise in developing and leading professional learning
    • Proficient with technology
    • The ability to apply knowledge of current trends in educational research; particularly in instruction, assessment and instructional leadership.
    • The ability to provide leadership in the collection, analysis and interpretation of data related to student achievement and well-being.

     

    May perform other related duties as assigned.

Terms and conditions of employment as per Education Entitities: Non-union Compensation Framework and the Public School Administrators Association of Nova Scotia.
Coordinator is rated in payband 12 with a salary range of $107166 - $133958 (as of August 1, 2025).