Teacher

Important messages

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Assessment accommodation

Duties

This position provides a comprehensive basic academic education program; assesses the academic needs and abilities of inmates through assessments; coordinates correspondence courses; provides individualized instruction; develops individual educational plans; assists in inventory control; and performs other duties related to the position.

Work environment

Atlantic Institution is a maximum security institution. For more information, please visit the Correctional Services of Canada website.

Intent of the process

This process will be used to staff one permanent position at Atlantic Institution in Renous, New Brunswick. A pool of qualified candidates may also be established for future opportunities (permanent or temporary).

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

Contact information for 2 references.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

EDUCATION:
Graduation from a recognized university with a bachelor's degree in education, linguistics, sociology, psychology, mathematics, mathematics, physics, home economics, or any other specialty relevant to the position (e. g. adult education, English, French, history, geography, learning disabilities, English as a second language, etc.)

Degree equivalency

OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATION :
Possess acceptable teaching certificate from a Canadian province or territory and possess or be eligible for a valid teaching certificate issued by the New Brunswick Teachers' Certification Office.

EXPERIENCE:
Teaching experience in a high school or to adults or youth at risk in a classroom.
*Experience includes substitute teaching and placements. "In class" is defined as a class of at least five students.

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

English essential
All subjects will be taught in English.

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE:
- Knowledge of Correctional Service of Canada and relevant legislation and policy related to Offender Education in a correctional environment (see link to Education Programs and Services for Inmates above).
- Knowledge of different strategies and teaching methods.

ABILITIES:
- Ability to communicate effectively orally.
- Ability to communicate effectively in writing.

PERSONAL SUITABILITY:
- Achieve results
- Uphold integrity and respect
- Show initiative and be action-oriented

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

Selection may be limited to members of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women

Information on employment equity

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance

Possess a valid and current teaching certificate issued by the New Brunswick Teachers' Certification Office.

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled workforce that reflects the diversity of the Canadian population it serves. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate in your application whether you belong to one of the designated groups.

Your résumé and answers to the screening questions must demonstrate how you meet the essential education and experience requirements. It is not enough to simply state that you meet the requirements or to provide a list of your current or past responsibilities. You must clearly demonstrate HOW, you meet the requirements by providing concrete examples. The information indicated in your answers to the screening questions must be supported by your résumé.

When providing references, please provide contact information (name, title and email address) for two people who have supervised you, including your current supervisor.

All communications for this selection process will be sent by email or into your Public Service Resourcing System (PSRS) account. You must provide a valid email address. You should ensure that you check your email account regularly, including spam, promotional messages and other folders.

Please note that any communication and interaction during this process will be used to support the assessment of your skills.

Applicants must be prepared to provide original proof of complete education and citizenship upon request. Applicants with foreign credentials must provide proof of their equivalency in Canada. For more information, consult the Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials at https://www.cicic.ca/

Assessments could include a written exam, interview, references or any other relevant method.

Every person has the right to participate in an appointment process in the official language or languages of his or her choice.

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans and to Canadian citizens, in that order, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.

Information on the preference to veterans

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.