Summer Student - Education Program
Competition # : 42598
Department: Justice
Location: WATERVILLE
Type of Employment: Student
Union Status: Exclusion - Non Union - NSPG
Closing Date: 07-May-24 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)
About Us
The Correctional Services division of the Department of Justice is responsible for the administration and operation of community and custody-based programs and services for persons in custody and young persons. Within the Correctional Services core business area there are two programs: community corrections as well as correctional facilities. Each of these program areas is broken down into closely related activities that have a specific impact on the program's target group.
About Our Opportunity
Correctional Services requires a summer student to support educational programming at the Nova Scotia Youth Centre. As a summer student placement, you will offer a summer educational program in collaboration with professionals from other disciplines to young persons who have been in conflict with the law. Your interest in working with youth from diverse educational backgrounds and your previous experience will be an asset in this position.
Primary Accountabilities
In your role, you will handle a variety of tasks; A few of your key responsibilities include:
- Supporting students with Public School Program outcomes
- Offering individualized support to students to encourage achievement
- Utilizing formative assessment strategies
- Maintaining weekly student updates
- Working as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
Qualifications and Experience
You must be currently enrolled as a student and returning to school in the fall (or in the next applicable semester for the education program). This opportunity is a perfect fit for students enrolled in a Bachelor of Education program.
As the ideal candidate you:
- Are an enthusiastic and creative pre-service teacher.
- Able to manage challenging behaviours
- Able to problem solve
- Are interested in creating to a positive learning environment.
- Able to contribute to team
We will assess the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.
Working Conditions
Normal work week is 35 hours/week, 7 hours/day.
Nova Scotia Youth Facility.
Additional Information
This opportunity will start approximately June 17, 2024 with an anticipated end date of August 30, 2024.
Pay Grade: HOURLY
Salary Range: $17.86 - $29.11 Hourly
Employment Equity Statement:
Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve. The Government of Nova Scotia has an Employment Equity Policy, and we welcome applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, 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, you are encouraged to self-identify on your electronic application.
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PLEASE NOTE: Candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.
Offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials, the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer. We thank all applicants for the interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All questions and concerns may be directed to Competitions@novascotia.ca.
