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 17,750 students in 42 schools. Every day, the staff and students of EIPS are encouraged to pursue opportunities to grow and discover their passions in life. We pride ourselves on providing staff and students with the tools to achieve success by offering dynamic programming, current resources, and practical professional learning opportunities.

Lamont High serves approximately 345 students in grades 7 to 12, with 22 teaching staff and 13 support staff. The school is located in Lamont, AB, approximately 60 kilometres northeast of Sherwood Park, AB.

In an environment of mutual respect, Lamont High's mission is to encourage individuals to maximize their potential and to prepare them for change and lifelong learning. Lamont High has a family atmosphere through which students are recognized for their talents and encouraged to work to the best of their abilities.

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

**Responsibilities include but are not limited to**:
School discipline and school-wide recognition program.

Overseeing the school’s athletic program and intramurals.

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.

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

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

Providing leadership in creating opportunities for teacher collaboration and professional learning.

Supervision, observations and evaluations of staff, including hiring of educational assistants and noon supervisors.

Overseeing the physical building and log maintenance requests, as necessary.

Overseeing Occupational Health and Safety requirements and emergency preparedness protocols

Student transportation.

Assisting with timetabling and staffing.

Contributing to budget projections, prioritizing allocations.

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.

Supervision of ISP construction and administration of STAR benchmark testing.

Developing innovative and creative strategies to increase student engagement, including the necessary supports for the success of students in inclusive settings.

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

There may be a teaching assignment attached to this position.

**Experience, Training, Requirements**:
Experience or knowledge of collaborative response and student disciple focusing on the student and educator's nervous system would be considered an asset

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