CBVRCE 2025 PSAANS-003, Principal, Rankin School of the Narrows (Perm)

Government of Nova Scotia; Sydney; On-site; CAD 105,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cape Breton-Victoria Regional Centre for Education is seeking a Principal to lead a dynamic educational environment. Responsibilities include managing staff, implementing curriculum, and ensuring a safe learning environment. The role requires strong leadership and organizational skills, alongside a commitment to inclusive education. The successful candidate will foster professional growth and engage with the community to promote student success.

Qualifications

• At least five years of successful teaching in a public school.
• Previous administrative experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implementing curriculum and school programs.
• Managing staff recruitment, evaluation, and discipline.
• Overseeing financial and operational aspects of the school.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Decision-Making Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Technology Utilization

Education

Master's of Education in Instructional/Educational Leadership

Valid Nova Scotia Teacher's License

Job description

Job Description for Principal - Cape Breton-Victoria Regional Centre for Education

The Cape Breton-Victoria Regional Centre for Education administers the public school system within Cape Breton and Victoria Counties, supporting approximately 12,000 students across 38 schools.

We foster a caring, dynamic, and creative environment that promotes educational opportunities, a love of learning, respect for others, and challenges all individuals to develop their full potential as confident, versatile, lifelong learners and thinkers. Our commitment is to ensure the success and achievement of all students within a culturally responsive, safe, and inclusive school environment.

The CBVRCE invites applications for the position of Principal. We aim to build a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, African Canadians, racially visible persons, members of the 2SLGBTQI++ community, persons with disabilities, and women in underrepresented roles. Applicants from these groups are encouraged to self-identify in their application. For accommodations during the application process, contact Leanne Marcil at 902-562-6486 or [e-mail].

Application Deadline: Thursday, May 22, 2025, by Midnight.

Applicants must:

• Upload a completed resume and copies of professional licenses, accreditations, and certifications supporting their qualifications.
• Provide three references, including one from their immediate supervisor.
• Update Worksite details and Assignment information in the Employee File (internal candidates only).

Qualifications and Competencies:

• Valid Nova Scotia teacher's license.
• Master's of Education in Instructional/Educational Leadership or equivalent leadership education preferred.
• Previous administrative experience preferred.
• Successful instructional leadership experience at relevant levels preferred.
• At least five years of successful teaching in a public school.
• Proven leadership, organizational, interpersonal, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to utilize technology effectively in school management and instruction.
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in strategic planning and implementing instructional programs.
• Commitment to inclusive education and professional growth of staff.
• Expertise in curriculum development, implementation, and evaluation.
• Skills in facilities management, record keeping, financial management, and staff supervision.
• Ability to perform duties as outlined in Section 38 of the Education Act.

Key Responsibilities:

The Principal acts as the educational leader of the school, managing staff and ensuring a safe, respectful, and culturally responsive learning environment. Responsibilities include:

• Implementing curriculum and school programs.
• Maintaining attendance records and reporting.
• Promoting student attendance and safety.
• Engaging with parents and stakeholders.
• Managing staff recruitment, evaluation, and discipline.
• Leading professional development and school improvement initiatives.
• Participating in school advisory councils and committees.
• Overseeing financial and operational aspects of the school.
• Ensuring compliance with policies and regulations.

Additional duties include championing regional initiatives, fostering staff development, managing facilities, and maintaining health and safety standards.

Terms of employment follow the Non-union Compensation Framework and Public School Administrators Association guidelines, with a salary range of $105,065 to $131,331. Teaching components may vary annually based on staffing and enrollment.