Division Principal - Learning Services

Evergreen Catholic Schools; City of Spruce Grove; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Evergreen Catholic Schools is seeking a Division Principal to lead and support K-12 curriculum and assessment initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in educational administration, experience in Catholic education, and a passion for fostering instructional leadership. This full-time position offers a competitive compensation package and begins on August 5, 2025.

Qualifications

• Experience as a principal fostering instructional leadership.
• Active involvement in the local parish.
• Passion for school improvement and leadership excellence.

Responsibilities

• Plan and monitor curriculum implementation for success.
• Support leaders and teachers in assessment practices.
• Lead professional learning based on best practices.

Skills

Effective communication

Collaborative leadership

Instructional leadership

Relationship-building with Indigenous communities

Organizational skills

Education

Master’s degree in educational administration

Leadership Quality Standard certification in Alberta

Job description

Evergreen Catholic Separate School Division is hiring a Division Principal reporting to the Associate Superintendent of Learning Services with primary responsibilities of providing leadership support and training for administrators and teachers in K-12 curriculum, literacy, numeracy, and assessment.

About the Division :

Evergreen Catholic Separate School Division comprises ten schools in Devon, Hinton, Spruce Grove, Stony Plain, and Westlock. The division has approximately 4,300 students from Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 12 and is experiencing growth. We are a Catholic faith community committed to serving each child in an atmosphere of faith, hope, and love through our mission of Ever Growing, Learning, and Living in Christ. Over 450 dedicated staff deliver exceptional educational programming infused with the Catholic faith. The division's operating budget for 2025/2026 is approximately $[amount missing].

Key Responsibilities :

1. Plan, support, and monitor curriculum implementation for student and staff success.
2. Apply current and comprehensive planning, instruction, and assessment practices to support leaders and teachers in meeting learning needs.
3. Support division assessment and reporting processes.
4. Assist in planning, monitoring, and analyzing school-level benchmarks, screening, and provincial assessments.
5. Utilize resources that reflect the strength and diversity of Indigenous peoples to support all students' learning.
6. Collaborate with school and system leaders to address priorities and challenges.
7. Lead, facilitate, and participate in professional learning based on current research and best practices.
8. Maintain liaison with agencies, institutions, organizations, and associations related to curriculum development and staff development, representing ECSSD externally.
9. Employ practices consistent with division policies and procedures.
10. Stay informed about emerging technologies to enhance practice.
11. Develop, integrate, and support comprehensive wellness initiatives, including managing grants from partner organizations.
12. Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills and Abilities :

1. Demonstrates lifelong learning and leadership development.
2. Exhibits collaborative and relationship-focused leadership.
3. Effective and clear communication skills.
4. Passion for building relationships with Indigenous communities.
5. Innovative instructional leadership skills.
6. Strong work ethic and personal integrity; proven high-performance team participation.
7. Excellent organizational skills to manage various tasks and priorities.

Ideal Candidate Qualifications :

1. Excellent practitioner and leader in Catholic education, modeling faith.
2. Active involvement in the local parish.
3. Experience as a principal fostering a culture of instructional leadership.
4. Passion for school improvement and proven leadership excellence.
5. Master’s degree in educational administration or related field.
6. Leadership Quality Standard certification in Alberta.
7. Additional formal education is an asset.
8. Ability to motivate teams aligned with the division’s vision, mission, and values.
9. Forward-thinking, innovative approach to educational outcomes.

Application Process :

A competitive compensation package is offered. The position begins on August 5, 2025, or at a mutually agreed time. For questions, contact Cindy Escott, Superintendent of Schools, at ce[contact info].

Please send a cover letter, resume, portfolio including three references (one current pastoral reference) to Diane Wilvers, Senior Executive Assistant, at dwilve[contact info], before 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 15, 2025.

Required Experience :

Staff IC

Key Skills :

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Employment Details :

• Type: Full-Time
• Experience: [number] years
• Vacancy: 1

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