Science Department Head

**POSITION TITLE**:

- 1.0 Science Department Head

**COMPETITION #**:

- 2324-30901-01

**COMPETITION END DATE**:

- August 28, 2023 12:00 PM

**LOCATION(S)**:

- Frank Roberts Junior High - 350 Foxtrap Access Road - CBS - A1X 2E2

**EDUCATION REQUIRED**:

- Bachelor of Education
- Master of Education

**MAJOR(S) REQUIRED**:

- Science

**TRAINING METHOD**:

- PRIMARY-ELEMENTARY

**JOB TEXT**:
**Full time TERM Science Department Head at Frank Roberts Junior High until June 21, 2024. Duties to commence September 5, 2023.**

As Department Head you are part of the school’s leadership team and will be committed to furthering the District goals for student success in an inclusive, safe and caring environment. You will be able to demonstrate a “students first” philosophy in previous experiences as a teacher.

**REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES**
- Ability to lead and provide direction in a collaborative team environment and support the direction set forth by the District in consultation with the School Principal
- Extensive and demonstrated knowledge of child development and knowledge of the diverse learning needs of all students
- Demonstrated experiences providing instructional leadership to promote student learning and utilizing data and resources to strive for continuous improvement
- Demonstrated ability to coach/mentor new and experienced teachers on effective and current instructional/assessment practices
- Demonstrated ability to provide leadership in the development and delivery of professional development for school and District initiatives
- Ability to initiate and implement change in consultation with the School Principal

**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS**
- Minimum five (5) years successful classroom teaching experience
- Demonstrated experience as a curriculum leader at the school, school District and/or provincial levels
- A Masters Degree in a relevant area would be considered an asset
- Applicants without the required qualifications may be considered in accordance with Clause 37.01 (d) of the provincial collective agreement