Ministry seeking members for special education advisory council

The province is looking for members to join an advisory council aimed at addressing needs in special education.

Members of the Education Minister’s Advisory Council on Special Education will provide advice to the Minister of Education on the development and delivery of special education programs and services.

“The council is an important sounding board for the ministry and provides me with advice from a broad range of voices,” said Minister of Education Stephen Lecce in a media release.

The ministry is seeking applications from educational assistants, Indigenous communities, social workers, speech and language pathologists, and teachers. The ministry is also seeking individuals to fill positions that provide advice on specific special needs.

Members will advise on the delivery of special education programs and services for students, and will be consulted on ministry proposals for new programs and services or changes to existing ones.

“The recommendations of these experts will help our government provide programs and services exceptional students need to succeed and achieve their highest potential,” said Minister Lecce.

Individuals interested in being part of the advisory council should apply to the Public Appointments Secretariat before Friday, March 6.

Candidates selected to serve will have a broad knowledge of special education and a wide range of background experiences. In order to maintain a membership representing all regions of the province, the minister will look for candidates who speak to rural and urban perspectives, public and separate schools, elementary and secondary education, and diverse cultural and linguistic minority groups.