T2334 - Assistant Principal

Applications are invited for the position of Assistant Principal, École Pine Grove Middle School, in the Grande Yellowhead Public School Division.

Duties will commence at the start of the 2023/2024 school year.

Role and Responsibilities

Providing instructional leadership to promote high quality teaching and learning.

Implementing the Teacher Growth, Supervision and Evaluation Policy.

Providing each student with the opportunity to fulfill their potential and pursue their dreams.

Facilitating inclusive educational practices to maximize educational opportunities for all students.

Adhering to provincial legislation, board policy and division administrative procedures.

Managing school operations and finances.

Developing a shared responsibility between students, parents, schools and communities.

Modelling commitment to professional development.

Knowledgeable in research and practices to provide for the professional growth and evaluation of school staff conversant with data-driven decision-making strategies to develop data-based priorities in support of continuous improvement.

A collaborative leader who can engage staff in student-focused learning.

Proactive in theory, research and practices to ensure school discipline is maintained at a positive and caring standard.

Familiar with philosophy and practices to establish a student-centered timetable to optimize student learning opportunities.

Capable to promote and engage in positive and supportive relationships between the school, community and interagency partners.

Flexible with a broad curricular background or experience and involvement in school life

**Requirements**:
Possess an Alberta Teaching Certificate or be eligible for one.

Have a minimum of five years of successful teaching experience.

French language, read/write would be considered an asset but not required.

Have experience in implementing the Teaching Quality Standard (TQS) and infusing literacy across the curriculum.

Have technology skills to be able to work in the divisional context.

Possess strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Education. Demonstrated progress toward a Master’s degree at an accredited University is preferred.

Prior administrative experience is an asset although not required.

The School

École Pine Grove Middle School is a dual-track (English and French Immersion) middle school of approximately 405 students in Edson, Alberta. Pine Grove is proud to offer students strong programs in a variety of areas including academics, sports, arts, and languages. We recognize the importance of educating the whole child and work towards providing a variety of experiences for our students.

The Division

Grande Yellowhead Public School Division (GYPSD) stretches from Jasper National Park, east to Evansburg, south of Cadomin, and northwest to Grande Cache. The jurisdiction includes 17 schools, 5 Learning Connection Centres, approximately 5000 students and 600 staff. The Division is governed by seven elected Trustees.

**The Board’s priorities are**:
Student Learning

Teacher, Support Staff and Leader Excellence

Community Engagement

System Health and Wellness

GYPSD schools offer a broad range of JK-12 programs. Principals focus on strong instructional leadership using generative dialogue to support teacher growth and supervision.

The Division is noted for its commitment to strong literacy practices infused across the curriculum, inclusive education and for its innovative technology programs.

Applications

In accordance with Board Policy, the successful applicant will be required to provide the following:
a Vulnerable Sector Check

a Child Intervention Record Check

Thank you in advance to all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for interviews will be contacted.