COMPETITION #: 2026-35-16INITIAL POSTING DATE: May 26, 2026
LOCATION: Annapolis Valley Regional Centre for Education (AVRCE), NS
POSITION: Full Time, Permanent
SALARY: In accordance with the APSEA/NSTU Agreement
APPLICATION BY: Open until filled START DATE: August 1, 2026
Unlock Your Potential with APSEA – A Career That Makes a Difference! Are you ready to be part of something bigger? Atlantic Provinces Special Education Authority (APSEA) is more than just an agency – it’s a community dedicated to empowering children and youth across Atlantic Canada who are blind and have low vision (BLV), and/or are Deaf, deaf, and hard of hearing (DHH). Since 1975, we’ve been on a mission to provide inclusive, responsive, and flexible educational services. Now, we want you to join us and help make a lasting impact on the lives of learners and their families.
Why Join Us? By becoming an
Education Support Teacher (EST) - DHH (also known as a DHH Itinerant Teacher (IT)), you’ll have the opportunity to make a profound difference in the lives of children and youth with diverse needs while working alongside a team of dedicated professionals. At APSEA, we offer more than just a job – we offer an environment where your passion and skills will thrive.
Here’s what we bring to the table:
- Access to the Teacher’s Pension Plan
- Comprehensive Health and Dental Benefits under the Nova Scotia Teachers Health and Dental Plan
- Professional Learning Opportunities to keep you at the top of your game
- A supportive, inclusive culture where diversity is celebrated and embraced
What’s the Role? As an
Education Support Teacher (EST) - DHH, you’ll play a key role in the development and delivery of responsive educational programs. You’ll work closely with educational teams, families, and community partners to support the development and implementation of programs that ensures individualized success for learners. Your day-to-day responsibilities include:
- Providing Tier 1, 2, and 3 support to educational teams, families, and community of care partners to support learners who are DHH and are eligible to receive APSEA services.
- Collaborating and supporting the classroom teacher, other educational team members including APSEA team members, families, and community of care partners regarding inclusive, responsive and flexible instructional practices related to learners who are DHH.
- Providing support to families to enhance their child's development and independence, encouraging and involving families in both program development and delivery.
- Maintaining knowledge of use and limitations of assessment tools to support the authentic and comprehensive assessment process related to learners who are DHH.
- Supporting the provision of adaptive and access technology that allow for access, active participation, and self- determination/self-advocacy.
- Supporting processes to create a safe, equitable, positive, and supportive learning environment in which diversities are valued.
What You Bring to the Table: You’re not just looking for any job – you’re passionate about education, and you bring a wealth of knowledge and experience. We are looking for someone who:
- Has a Master’s degree in the education of learners who are Deaf or hard of hearing (or equivalent).
- Holds a valid Nova Scotia Teacher Certificate.
- Shows competency to support the Developmental Skills Inventory (DSI) – DHH.
- Has experience working with children and youth who are DHH, including those with multiple exceptionalities.
- Has experience and/or training regarding working with children from infancy to late adolescence.
- Has knowledge of issues relevant to deaf education.
- Brings strong experience in assessment, program planning, and delivery of individualized instruction.
- Has the ability to assess, develop, write, implement, and evaluate individualized programs.
- Has experience teaching in a variety of settings (e.g., school, home, early learning centres, community)
- Is comfortable with technology and access technology to ensure learners have access to learning opportunities.
- Possesses excellent English communication skills
- Shows excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Is able to communicate effectively in American Sign Language (ASL).
- Works collaboratively and relates positively to children, families, early learning staff, APSEA staff, administrators, educational team members and community partners.
- Is culturally responsive, understanding the importance of cross-cultural awareness, human rights, and diversity.
- Demonstrates confidentiality and professionalism with regard to access and distribution of student information.
- Can work independently and be self-directed with minimal supervision.
- Has access to a reliable mode of transportation; may require overnight stays. Regular travel is required.
Would be a plus if you have:
- French Language skills
- Experience and training in early childhood education
Note: an offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials.
APSEA embraces a culture of belonging in the workplace. We believe that the lived experiences of individuals enrich our organization and enhance our ability to serve Atlantic communities. We value the unique perspectives and contributions of all individuals and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.
If you require accommodation in the application and/or interview process, please let our DEI and HR Consultant know at
[email protected] If you’re ready to make an extraordinary difference in the lives of children and youth in Atlantic Canada, don’t wait!
Apply now and join an incredible team that’s helping to shape the future of education.
