Manager, Teacher Certification

Government of Alberta View all jobs

Edmonton, AB
Permanent
Full-time

6 days ago

Job Information
Job Title: Manager, Teacher Certification
Job Requisition ID: 81741
Ministry: Education and Childcare
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Permanent
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: April 23, 2026
Classification: Manager, Zone 2
Salary: $3,920.66 - 5,276.07 bi-weekly ($ 102,329 - $137,705 year )Ministry of Education and Childcare
Through safe and caring schools for all students, Alberta's government is making life better by investing in education - one of the most important investments we can make in our future. The Ministry is responsible for developing and evaluating curriculum; teacher development and certification; supporting students with diverse learning needs; funding and supporting school boards; First Nations, Métis and Inuit and Francophone education; and overseeing basic education policy and regulations.System Excellence Division
The System Excellence Division provides strategic leadership and delivers key programs that support excellence across Alberta's education system. Through its sectors and branches, including Field Services, the division leads educator certification and practice assurance; supports the development and implementation of teaching and leadership standards ; oversees superintendent appointments; and advances system improvement through research, accountability, and data informed decision making. The division also develops, administers, and continually improves provincial assessments, including Provincial Achievement Tests, Diploma Examinations, and Student Learning Assessments.For more information on the Ministry of Education and Childcare, please visit:Role ResponsibilitiesLeading certification excellence to support Alberta's education system.The Manager, Teacher Certification provides strategic leadership to teams responsible for certificating prospective Alberta teachers and teacher leaders in accordance with legislation, regulation, and policy. This role ensures certification practices are consistent, responsive, and aligned with provincial and pan Canadian requirements.Key Responsibilities

Leads and manages staff responsible for teacher and teacher leader certification
Oversees the application of legislation, regulations, and policies related to certification
Identifies emerging certification issues and leads the evaluation and implementation of solutions
Leads and supports pan Canadian labour mobility discussions and certification decisions
Champions change management and implementation of updated certification practices
Develops and oversees internal and external communications related to certification
Provides expert advice to senior leadership by translating complex certification requirements into clear, actionable information
Supports policy development, operational improvements, and dispute resolution related to certification
Applies sound judgment to address emerging issues, inquiries, and risks impacting certification outcomes

This role requires strong leadership, policy interpretation, and issues management skills, along with the ability to provide clear, informed advice in a complex and evolving regulatory environment.Please click on the to view the job description.APS CompetenciesCompetencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.This link will assist you with understanding competencies:
.Critical Competencies:

Systems Thinking

Takes a strategic, long-term view of Alberta's education workforce and teacher certification system. Anticipates trends, risks, and interdependencies across legislation, policy, labour mobility, and stakeholder impacts. Aligns strategies and decisions with ministry and government-wide priorities to strengthen certification outcomes province-wide. * Drive for ResultsAccountable for delivering high-impact certification and workforce initiatives in a complex and evolving regulatory environment. Effectively prioritizes competing demands, manages resources, and ensures timely, defensible decisions that support ministry objectives and public confidence in the certification process. * Creative Problem SolvingNavigates complex and sensitive certification issues by analyzing root causes, evaluating risks, and developing practical, evidence-based solutions. Applies sound judgment when addressing emergent issues, appeals, and policy interpretation while balancing legislative requirements, stakeholder interests, and operational realities. * Develop NetworksBuilds and maintains strong working relationships with internal partners, cross-ministry colleagues, national counterparts, post-secondary institutions, regulatory bodies, and education stakeholders. Influences collaboration and consensus to advance shared goals related to teacher and leader certification and labour mobility. * Build Collaborative TeamsLeads, supports, and develops a diverse team responsible for certification decision-making. Creates an inclusive, respectful, and high-performing work environment that promotes accountability, continuous improvement, and professional growth.QualificationsEducationA university degree in a related discipline, such as Education is preferred, plus 4 years of progressive related experience. Candidates are required to have an Alberta Permanent Professional Certificate in teaching.Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience mentoring and coaching individuals is an asset.Equivalency: Directly related education or experience considered on the basis of:

1 year of education for 1 year of experience; or
1 year of experience for 1 year of education

Other Requirements:

A cover letter must be provided that clearly and concisely outlines how the candidate meets the requirements outlined in the job ad in paragraphs. The candidate's resume and cover letter will be used to evaluate writing ability and could disqualify them from the competition.

The position requires the following knowledge, skills and abilities:

Knowledge of program models and current research regarding trends in teacher education and certification, labour relations, workforce development, human resources, adult education, training and development, and relevant legislation and policies (e.g. Teaching Quality Standard, Education Act, Certification of Teachers and Teacher Leaders Regulation and other related regulations, Guide to Education, Post-secondary Learning Act, Labour Mobility Act etc.)
Knowledge and experience in developing government policy
Knowledge and experience in leading staff and in understanding and motivating others to achieve diverse and broad goals
Current or previous experience writing and preparing documents, briefings, reports, and presentations as well as providing recommendations to senior and executive leadership
Knowledge and experience related to best practices for change management with both internal and external stakeholders
In-depth knowledge of teacher and leader certification practices (both in Alberta and across Canada), education labour market and student population issues and trends within the education sector workforce

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.
Refer to .NotesThere is one permanent full-time position working for 36.25 hours per week located in Edmonton.Final candidates will be required to undergo a security screening.Please attach a cover letter to your application clearly explaining your suitability for the role. Applications without a cover letter may not be reviewed.In your resume, please include tenure of each employment (in months and years) associated with all education and work experience. Also, please indicate whether your work experience is casual, part time or full time.Links and information on what the GoA have to offer to prospective employees.

Working for the Alberta Public Service - .
Pension plan: Management Employees Pension Plan (MEPP) -
Alberta Public Service Benefit Information - .
Professional learning and development - .
Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool - .
Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.
Leadership and mentorship programs.

How To Apply
Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please visit for more information. Please visit , for more information.In your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. For example, January 2006 - June 2009 (part-time). This example is provided for illustrative purposes only. Applicants are encouraged to present their information clearly and thoroughly, using a format that best conveys their experience.It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)( ) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information ( ).It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.Closing Statement
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Liliane Karara at

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