Posting 26-31

Bilingual Program Officer, Accreditation Unit

Standards of Practice and Accreditation Department

Permanent position, Category 5a - Hiring Range $108,129 - $161,690

Existing Vacancy – 1 position

The role of the Program Officer is to coordinate accreditation reviews of initial teacher education programs in Ontario within the regulatory timeline. This involves implementing accreditation processes while providing guidance and support to providers and panelists regarding regulatory accreditation requirements. The Program Officer analyzes information and prepares detailed reports for internal and external partners to support informed decision-making. The Program Officer fosters a relational approach with providers to enhance understanding and compliance with accreditation standards.

Pre-Service Accreditation Reviews:

• Assist pre-service teacher education providers in preparing accreditation applications by developing resources, interpreting regulations, and guiding application development.
• Plan and manage accreditation review timelines.
• Review and analyze accreditation applications to assess compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate logistics for accreditation site visits.
• Facilitate accreditation panel work and assist the panel in selecting probative evidence that supports findings and recommendations.
• Prepare clear, evidence‑based reports and draft decisions that support judicial review.

Panel/Committee Training and Support:

• Support the onboarding and training of Accreditation Committee members and the panel roster.
• Provide review‑specific onboarding for panelists and develop resources to support effective panel work.

Accreditation Process Improvement:

• Maintain current knowledge of issues and trends in teacher education and professional accreditation in Ontario and other jurisdictions.
• Stay up to date with policy changes, research developments, and emerging trends to ensure informed decision-making in accreditation and teacher education.
• Support the continuous improvement of the accreditation process and the alignment with current educational standards and regulations.

Research and Liaison:

• Prepare presentations, reports, briefing notes, issue papers, literature reviews and research summaries to inform the Accreditation Committee’s decision, the College and other educational partners.
• Collect and analyse data pertaining to accredited programs of initial teacher education to support decisions and collaboration with internal and external partners.
• Prepare correspondence, responses to inquiries, and presentations to inform the public and educational partners about the College, its core responsibilities and program accreditation issues and processes, as assigned.
• Participate in special projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and timelines.

Other duties:

• Support in intra/interdepartmental projects as assigned
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Manager of Accreditation and/or Director.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• Minimum 10 years of successful teaching experience

• Membership in Ontario College of Teachers in good standing

• Initial teacher education degree and/or equivalent and its pre-requisites (i.e., undergraduate degree, technology pathway, Indigenous ancestry pathway, Indigenous language pathway)

• Excellent written and oral language proficiency in French and English

• Current and relevant experience with in:

  • Teaching and mentoring in the Ontario K-12 context
  • Educational program review and/or curriculum development
  • Facilitation of professional learning, training and reflective inquiry with adult learners
  • Educational leadership (e.g. Department Head, Curriculum Coordinator, school or system administrator, supervisory officer)
  • Project management

• Practical experience in any of the following areas is considered an asset:

  • First Nations, Métis and/or Inuit education
  • Indigenous and/or Indigenous language teacher education
  • French language teacher education
  • Technological education
  • Pre-service teacher education
  • Additional Qualification course instruction

• Ability to independently lead and deliver large projects to meet operational and regulatory deadlines.

• Analytical skills: Ability to analyze and organize information using relevant legislation and policies, producing evidence-based reports.

• Attention to detail: Ability to critically review and analyze documentation for consistency and alignment with regulatory requirements and operational processes.

• Ability to manage difficult conversations with accreditation panels and program providers regarding accreditation requirements.

• Problem-solving: Ability to proactively identify and resolve issues by interpreting regulatory information and leveraging established processes and precedents to develop risk-informed solutions.

• Ability to facilitate both synchronous and asynchronous work in a virtual environment.

To apply, please submit your cover letter and resume through our application portal no later than 27 May 2026

We use Artificial Intelligence (AI) screening to sort applications. Trained staff review applications before decisions are made.

The Ontario College of Teachers offers competitive salaries, pension, comprehensive benefits and a modern, progressive work environment. This position operates with a mix of remote and in-office workdays.

Ontario College of Teachers is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environment. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please advise the Human Resources Department to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated throughout this process. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.