HEAD OF SCHOOL

St. Clement's School; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution seeks a dynamic Head of School to lead a collaborative and skilled team in a binational program. This role involves providing instructional leadership, mentoring staff, and ensuring a high standard of education in an English immersion environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in K-12 education, management skills, and a passion for student learning. This exciting opportunity offers a competitive remuneration package, a supportive community, and a chance to make a significant impact in the lives of students in a vibrant, multicultural setting.

Benefits

Health insurance

Rent/utilities allowance

Air travel

Holidays

Professional learning community

Positive working environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years teaching experience with K to 12.
• Experience as Principal in a multicultural community.

Responsibilities

• Lead a collaborative team and support staff development.
• Provide instructional leadership for student success.

Skills

Instructional Leadership

Management Skills

Communication Skills

Support for ELL Needs

Problem Solving

Education

5+ years of teaching experience

Principal or Assistant Principal experience

Alberta curriculum knowledge

Job description

WE ARE LOOKING FOR THE BEST EDUCATORS FROM ALBERTA AND CANADA

We offer the Alberta Education and Mexican Secretary of Public Education programs, in an English immersion setting. We are looking for highly qualified staff to contribute their skills, knowledge and talents towards the high standard of education we strive to achieve at our schools.

CANADIAN SCHOOLS IN MEXICO : 2022-2024

GUADALAJARA : EARLY YEARS TO GRADE 11 - ALBERTA ACCREDITED
LEON : EARLY YEARS TO GRADE 3
QUERETARO : EARLY YEARS TO GRADE 4 - ALBERTA ACCREDITED
PUEBLA: EARLY YEARS TO GRADE 1

GUADALAJARA, MEXICO CAMPUS

• 1100 students from Toddlers to Grade 11
• 190 staff dedicated to supporting student learning
• 2 campuses: Early Years/Elementary and Junior High/High School
• Focused on technology integration to improve teaching and student learning in every classroom, including MakerSpace (STEAM) facilities on both campuses, a 1:1 iPad program from grade 4 -6, and a 1:1 MacBook program for grades 7 to 11
• Bi-national English immersion school committed to student success in literacy, numeracy, creativity, innovation, and global citizenship
• Response to student needs in a holistic manner, in order to help them become engaged thinkers, ethical citizens, entrepreneurial in spirit, and respectful of Mexican and Canadian values
• Student development and wellness a key focus of on academic excellence and a well-rounded individual

You can learn more about our school by visiting our website at http://www.canadianschool.com.mx/en/home/

SEEKING HEAD OF SCHOOL FOR 2022 – 2025

HEAD OF SCHOOL

The Canadian School Group (CSG) offers a binational program for Early Years to High School, through Alberta and Mexican curricula in an English immersion environment.

We are seeking a dynamic Head of School to join the school to lead a highly skilled, experienced, and collaborative team.

SKILLS AND TALENTS

• Presence in the school – visible positive role model
• Provide instructional leadership that supports success for every student
• Lead teachers, students, and support staff through proven skills at identifying areas for growth and strengths and continuous improvement for student success
• Support and mentor staff in implementation of high-quality instructional and assessment practices, and facilitation of collaborative teamwork
• Possess strong management skills – initiative, financial planning, budgeting, scheduling, curriculum mapping, developing policy and implementing school structures
• Highly proficient communication skills
• Commitment to building a learning community with all stakeholders
• Knowledgeable on current and effective implementation of an inclusive education model
• Proven history of supporting new teachers and integrating teachers new to the school or curriculum
• Ability to work with diverse English Language Learner (ELL) needs and Second Language programs

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

• Passionate about student learning
• Respectful and supportive of staff, students, and parents
• Supports and strengthens home and school connections
• Good organization skills with attention to detail and problem solving
• Understands the unique needs of teaching and living abroad

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of 5 years of teaching experience with K to 12 experiences
• Experience as a Principal or Assistant Principal in a multicultural and multi-linguistic community
• Experience with Alberta curriculum or eligibility to meet Alberta teacher and leadership certification standards: https://education.alberta.ca/
• International school experience an asset
• Desirable but not essential knowledge of Spanish

WE OFFER

A competitive remuneration package, which includes: salary, rent/utilities allowance, health insurance, air travel, and holidays.

• A professional learning community and a positive working environment
• Excellent educational facilities with a wonderful student population
• Strong parental involvement and support
• Collaborative leadership team
• Appealing lifestyle in a safe, urban environment with a wonderful climate year-round

CONTACT

Interested candidates should forward their CVs to JR Garzon, Dean of Schools, [e-mail] by Nov 30. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an online or face-to-face interview.