Education Quality and Accountability Office (EQAO), Math Proficiency Test Unit 1 Temporary up to 24 months with possible extension The Education Quality and Accountability Office (EQAO) is an arm's length government agency of the Ministry of Education (EDU). EQAO contributes to the continuous improvement of Ontario's publicly funded education system. The agency creates and delivers engaging and relevant online curriculum-based large-scale assessments for students that lead to further insights and information needed to support student learning and improve student outcomes.

Teacher applicants to the Ontario College of Teachers (OCT) must pass the Math Proficiency Test (MPT), ensuring new teachers hold basic competency in math.

The Math Proficiency

Test unit is responsible for the design, development, administration and reporting of the test, in accordance with O. EQAO is seeking dynamic individuals interested in innovative approaches to online assessment items and design to join the Math Proficiency Test team.

Education officers are responsible for working on the design, development, scoring and reporting of the Math Proficiency Test. provide expertise in the design, development, administration, scoring and reporting of the Math Proficiency Test apply adult education principles to ensure the test is appropriate, fair and relevant for test takers conduct research relating to assessing, evaluating and reporting test taker results across the province and other jurisdictions design and develop content and digital platforms with a focus on equity, inclusion, accessibility, accommodations and well-being analyze and report on the results of the Math Proficiency Test to support high-level decision-making plan and lead large-scale education assessment projects present to various partners, lead consultations and participate on committees with a variety of education partners (e.g. teachers, faculties of education, OCT, EDU) You must possess oral and written French language skills at the superior level.





Education sector knowledge knowledge of education theory and pedagogy as they relate to student achievement in mathematics in elementary and secondary schools. an understanding of adult learning theory and its application in qualified or certification assessments. expertise of large-scale and online assessment design, including technology-enhanced items and user experience considerations. knowledge of equity, inclusion, accessibility and accommodations in relation to online large-scale assessments.

experience applying educational theories, current technologies, professional principles and practices to develop tools and resource materials. Policy, research and analytical skills experience incorporating education policies and research into assessment strategies and resources. the ability to apply research techniques, statistics, test theory, and sampling theory to analyze provincial data and outcomes.

experience researching, analysing, assessing and comparing achievement and contextual data to develop recommendations. the ability to lead consultations and develop consensus and understanding with partners (e.g. teachers, faculties of education, EDU, OCT and other interested parties) who may have opposing needs and positions. communication and relationship-management skills to develop and foster positive networks with partners. excellent oral and written communication skills to prepare and edit assessment content, resource and technical materials, briefing notes, reports, and presentations in English and French. Project management and leadership skills experience in project management, leadership, presentation and technological skills.



the ability to provide project leadership and technical guidance to staff. How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions. Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives Anti-Racism Policy The Ontario Public Service is one of Ontario's largest employers. flexible learning and developmental opportunities, including education and mentorship programs many employee networks offering support for and education about underrepresented groups a defined-benefit lifetime pension plan (guaranteed, ongoing inflation-protected income after retirement) group health, dental, life and disability benefits a range of vacation and leave options an Employee and Family Assistance Program, which provides confidential counseling services 1 Bilingual English/French Temporary, duration up to 24 months, 2 Carlton St, Toronto, Toronto Region Association of Management, Administrative and Professional Crown Employees of Ontario Language requirements and assessment: All external Ontario Public Service (OPS) job ads are posted in English and French.

Check the "position(s) language" section at the top of each job ad for the language requirements. For all roles, candidates are assessed in English, the business language of the OPS. If the position is bilingual (English/French), you'll also need to pass a French-language proficiency test. #

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