External Administrators

Purpose and Accountability

This is a call for external existing Assistant Principals and Principals who are interested in
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eadership opportunities with the Calgary Board of Education. Due to the size and complexities of this role, successful candidates will be appointed to an Assistant Principal role, with the possibility of being a part of our Principal Candidate Pool for future principal positions. *
Exceptions for appointment to principal positions may be considered.

Reporting to the Principal, the Assistant Principal is responsible for cooperating with the Principal in all matters concerning the organization and operation of the school. The Assistant Principal supports the Principal in their legislated responsibility and accountability for optimizing student learning while meeting the obligations and responsibilities of the
Education Act
and all other appropriate statutes, in addition to policies, regulations, and procedures of the Board.

This position is accountable for:

• keeping their principal informed on any matters that affect the school program;
• executing all responsibilities delegated by the principal;
• acting as the principal's representative in the school and community;
• assuming the responsibilities of principal during their principal's absence;
• assuming roles as defined and assigned in consultation with their school principal.

Demonstrated Competencies

• ethic of service to students, colleagues, and community
• knowledge and understanding of the CBE Policy-Governance Model
• ability to foster collaborative, positive working relationships and establish rapport
• ability to articulate a clear understanding of educational goals
• consistency between articulated and actual leadership orientation
• effective time management and organizational skills
• orientation to outcomes-based performance
• leadership competency in a unionized environment
• strong interpersonal, communication, listening, and presentation/public speaking skills
• commitment to life-long learning

Leadership Quality Standard (Alberta Education, 2023)

Fostering Effective Relationships

Modeling Commitment to Professional Learning

Embodying Visionary Leadership

Leading a Learning Community

Supporting the Application of Foundational Knowledge about First Nations, Metis and Inuit

Providing Instructional Leadership

Developing Leadership Capacity

Managing School Operations and Resources

Understanding and Responding to the Larger Societal Context

Eligibility

• a valid Alberta Professional Teaching Certificate
• the completion of a master's degree in a related discipline from an accredited institution
• the completion or eligible to complete the Leadership Quality Standard certification
• minimum requirements of seven years teaching experience and five years combined administration experiences as an Assistant Principal and/or Principal
• the Board reserves the right to appoint individuals with equivalent credentials to those stated

How to Apply

All applicants are required to include the following documentation:

• cover letter and curriculum vitae. Your
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  over letter should address personal attributes that would enable you to lead in our diverse, inclusive and success-oriented organization. Tell us about your personal background. Who are you? Where do you come from? How does who you are influence your leadership?
• evaluation of your work as a school administrator
• graduate degree university transcripts (copies are sufficient for application purposes)
• one (1) reference letter from a
  current
  supervisor; additional references will be requested for those invited to interview
• a copy of your valid Alberta Permanent Teaching Certificate or Teaching Certificate from your current province

Note: Leadership and teaching evaluations as well as reference letters must be signed and on institution letterhead where applicable. Unsigned letters and evaluations will not be accepted.

Conditions of Employment

Police Information Clearance:
Applicants new to the Calgary Board of Education WHO ARE OFFERED EMPLOYMENT must complete and pass a police information clearance before employment is confirmed.

Be Part of Our Success

Are you looking for an opportunity to join a team where your contribution makes a positive impact on the lives and learning of more than 143, 000 CBE students across 251 schools? The Calgary Board of Education is looking for exceptional school administrators to join our team. Proven school leadership experience in programs focused on Languages, Inclusive Education, Mental Health and Well-Being, or Indigenous Education is considered a strong asset.

Our employees are highly valued and recognized. A career with the CBE offers incredible opportunities, rewards and supports. Click for more information on a career with the CBE. The CBE strives to create a dynamic, inclusive, and collaborative culture. We value diversity and welcome applications from all qualified individuals.

Land Acknowledgement

The Calgary Board of Education acknowledges the traditional territories and oral practices of the Treaty 7 Nations, including the Siksikaitsitapi Nations, Tsuut'ina Nation, and the Îyârhe Nakoda Nations. We acknowledge the Métis Nation within Alberta, and all people who make their homes in the Treaty 7 region of southern Alberta. As a learning organization, we are committed to advancing the Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action focused on Education for ReconciliACTION.