Assistant Principal 1.0 Fte

Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS) is one of the largest school divisions in Alberta, serving the education needs of approximately 17,150 students in 43 schools. Every day, the staff and students of EIPS are encouraged to pursue opportunities to grow and to discover their passions in life. We pride ourselves on providing our staff and students with the tools to achieve success by offering dynamic programming, up-to-date resources and practical professional learning opportunities.

Ardrossan Elementary serves approximately 600 students in kindergarten to Grade 6, with 29 teaching staff and 13 support staff. The school is located in Ardrossan, AB, approximately 10 minutes east of Sherwood Park, AB.

Ardrossan Elementary is a dual-track school offering an English program and a French Immersion program, both known for their strong emphasis on academics and leadership. Ardrossan Elementary community believes all students can succeed in our respectful, safe and caring learning environment. Ardrossan Elementary is also a designated Play and Learn at School (PALS) pre-kindergarten site within the Division.

Elk Island Public School Division invites applicants for the position of Assistant Principal at Ardrossan Elementary effective the 2024-25 school year.

**Responsibilities include, but are not limited to**:
The supervision and support for inclusive education, which includes ISP and Benchmark completion and updates. In addition, the assistant principal position would support staff with numeracy and literacy.

Conferring with students, parents and staff to find the best solutions possible to help students succeed.

Building relationships with students, staff and families to maintain a positive school culture.

Maintaining high visibility and accessibility during the school day, including classroom visitations.

Providing leadership in creating opportunities for teacher collaboration.

Setting, maintaining and modeling high standards of professional conduct.

Leading the development, implementation and assessment of the instructional program.

Effective verbal and written communications with a variety of groups and individuals.

Build positive work relations with all students from Kindergarten to grade 6, staff, parents and Central Services staff.

Maintain emergency preparedness protocols.

School discipline and school-wide recognition program.

Assist with timetabling and staffing.

Managing classified staff.

Creating various schedules.

Contributing to budgeting and staffing processes.

Planning and deploying professional development opportunities for staff.

There may be a teaching assignment attached to this position.

**Experience, Training, Requirements**:
Valid Permanent Alberta Teaching Certificate

Minimum five years successful teaching experience

Master’s degree or nearing completion of a Master’s program would be considered an asset

Experience as an Assistant Principal would be considered an asset

**Required Competencies**:
Leadership

Conflict Management

Building Effective Teams

Motivating Others

Problem Solving

Excellent Communication Skills