RESTRICTED : 0.5 Head of Unit / 0.5 Resource Consultant

Provincial and Demonstration Schools Branch; Milton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Provincial Schools Authority seeks a 0.5 Head of Unit / 0.5 Resource Consultant for the Vision Resource Services Program. This role, commencing in September 2025, involves supervision, program coordination, and support for teachers guiding blind/low vision students. Applicants must possess relevant certificates and expertise. A dynamic role for educators eager to make a significant impact on students' learning experiences.

Qualifications

• Member of Ontario College of Teachers in good standing.
• Specialist in educating blind or low-vision students.
• Experience with IEP development and assistive technology.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate programs for blind/low vision students.
• Conduct vision assessments and coordinate consultative visits.
• Facilitate case conferences and staff development.

Skills

Ability to support Ministry initiatives

Assistive technology expertise

Conflict resolution skills

Effective communication skills

Education

Valid Certificate of Registration from Ontario College of Teachers

Specialist in Blind/Low Vision

Special Education Specialist

Job description

RESTRICTED : 0.5 Head of Unit / 0.5 Resource Consultant, Vision Resource, 3 yr Term, WRMS (Competition # PDSB25-068)

Posted on 05 / 23 / 2025

0.5 Head of Unit / 0.5 Resource Consultant

W. Ross Macdonald School for the Deaf, Vision Resource Services Program

Three (3) Year Term Appointment

September 1, 2025, to August 31, 2028

Contracts rated under the Provincial Schools Authority)

RESTRICTED

The Provincial Schools Authority requires a Resource Consultant to work in a 0.5 Head of Organizational Unit / 0.5 Resource Consultant position for a new three (3) year term effective September 1, 2025. The Head of Organizational Unit supervises and co-ordinates the subjects and programs and acts as a consultant for the teachers of the subjects or programs. The duties of a Head of Organizational Unit and the qualifications to hold the position are defined in Regulation 298 s. 14, 17, and 18. The Head of Organizational Unit must understand effective teaching techniques and how to design a curriculum (including IEP expectations) or series of courses on a particular topic with Ministry requirements in mind and whether it can be effective. As a member of a multi-disciplinary team, arrange / coordinate consultative visits, caseloads, workshops, mentor new consultants, coordinate referrals and act as a liaison with other agencies and organizations related to Blind / Low Vision Programs. You will assist with report writing, support principal requests, facilitate case conferences and presentations / arrangements for staff development.

The following position is available beginning in September 2025 :

• Competition # : PDSB25-068 - 0.5 Head of Organizational Unit / 0.5 Resource Consultant, Vision Resource Services – Brantford

AREA OF SEARCH : Restricted to teachers currently employed by the Provincial Schools Authority.

Qualifications :

• Member in good standing with the Ontario College of Teachers – Valid Certificate of Registration and Qualifications from the Ontario College of Teachers.
• Specialist of the Blind (Teaching Students who are Blind / Low Vision Specialist).
• Special Education Specialist.

Ability :

• Ability to support current Ministry of Education initiatives and curriculum.
• Ability to apply and assist teachers with the application of appropriate Ministry, Provincial and school policies and procedures.
• Ability to assist the principal in developing and managing case-load assignments.
• Ability to perform vision assessments such as the Gayle Lamb, SEA approver status, expertise in assistive technology for Blind / Low Vision.
• Ability to make appropriate recommendations and modifications for Blind / Low Vision and assist with IEP development; IPRC’s; programming using smart goals.
• Ability to work with a wide range of blind / low vision students.
• Ability / experience to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Demonstrated conflict resolution and collaborative practices with community partners.
• Demonstrated presentation ability and effective communication skills essential.
• Ability and willingness to travel throughout the province required to specified areas based on assigned caseload.

Please submit a cover letter and resume quoting Competition file number PDSB25-068 along with an updated copy of your Ontario College of Teachers Certificate of Registration no later than 11 : 59 pm on June 2, 2025 to

APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE CONSIDERED FROM PERMANENT AND REPLACEMENT TEACHERS IN THE PROVINCIAL SCHOOLS AUTHORITY TEACHERS (PSAT) BARGAINING UNIT.

Please be advised that the results of this competition may be used to fill future vacancies represented by the Provincial Schools Authority Teachers (PSAT).

Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Late applications will be declined.

Note : The successful candidate will be required to provide an original, satisfactory Criminal Reference Check, including Vulnerable Sector Screening (dated within the last six months) as deemed suitable by the Employer, prior to the commencement of employment.

Posting Date : May 23, 2025

Clearance No : N / A

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