Vice Principal

Grande Prairie Public School Division; Grande Prairie; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Vice Principal for Hillside Community School. This role is pivotal in fostering a collaborative environment where every student succeeds. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and a commitment to educational excellence, working closely with teachers to enhance instructional practices. With a focus on data-driven decision-making and inclusive educational practices, this position offers a unique opportunity to influence the academic journey of diverse student populations. Join a forward-thinking organization that values educational transformation and community engagement.

Qualifications

• Evidence of successful leadership experience in a public-school environment.
• Strong organizational and instructional leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers to promote continuous improvement in student growth.
• Engage stakeholders in the school community through strong communication.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Instructional Leadership

Data-Driven Decision Making

Education

Graduate Degree in Education

Leadership Certification

Alberta Teaching Certificate

Job description

Grande Prairie Public School Division

VICE PRINCIPAL

HILLSIDE COMMUNITY SCHOOL

Competition Number: A2526-005

Effective the start of the 2025-2026 School Year

Applications will be accepted until Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 4:00 p.m.

The Grande Prairie Public School Division provides a high-quality educational experience to 9000 students in 18 schools. Hillside Community School is a Kindergarten to Grade 6 school with 268 students and 42 staff. Learn more about Hillside Community School .

GPPSD is seeking a dedicated and engaged instructional leader, committed to working collaboratively within all levels of the system to ensure every student succeeds. Effective school leadership is essential in supporting our teachers to provide students with high quality instruction in collaborative and engaging learning environments.

Qualifications

• A graduate degree in Education is an asset. Preference may be given to those with a specialty in leadership or administration.
• Leadership Certification in the province of Alberta is an asset.
• Must possess a valid Alberta Teaching Certificate (or be eligible to apply).
  
  

To be considered for this position, candidates should be prepared to provide evidence of:

• Successful leadership experience in a public-school environment, as described in Alberta's Leadership Quality Standard.
• Strong organizational and instructional leadership skills with the ability to support teachers to promote continuous improvement in student growth and achievement.
• An understanding of, and commitment to, consistent use of multiple sources of data to make decisions at the classroom and school level.
• Strong communication processes to meaningfully engage all stakeholders in the school community.
• An inclusive educational vision and experience successfully supporting the needs of diverse populations of staff and students.
• A strong understanding of current trends in educational transformation in the Alberta education system.
  
  

Applications

Your Application Will Include

• Completed Apply to Education profile.
• Cover letter addressed to the Director of Human Resources.
• Detailed resume.
• Three references with current contact information.
  
  

We appreciate and thank you for your application; however, we contact only those candidates who are selected for an interview. GPPSD reserves the right to check references prior to the scheduling of interviews.

The Grande Prairie Public School Division accepts applications for all positions online. All applicants, both internal and external, are required to create a profile and apply for career opportunities as they become available. Once you have successfully applied to a position you will receive a confirmation e-mail, and the job will be listed in your ‘Job Application Log'. If you require assistance registering for an account or uploading documents, please call 1-877-900-5627.

A current Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Check and Child Intervention Record Check must be provided as a condition of employment.