Administrator - Principal - County Central High School

Administrator – County Central High School - Principal

The Palliser School Division invites highly motivated educators, who have demonstrated exceptional leadership to apply for the position of Principal at County Central High School. The position will begin on August 26, 2024, or on a mutually agreed date. The successful candidate will possess a clear vision for student learning, a deep understanding of effective research-based pedagogy, a commitment to collaborative leadership, a solid understanding of school improvement processes, and sensitivity to community needs.

County Central High School

County Central High School, located in Vulcan, Alberta, boasts an academically focused curriculum, with an extensive Career and Technology Studies program. There are a full range of complementary courses for both junior and senior high students. County Central High students continually achieve at a high level on Provincial Achievement tests and diploma exams. CCHS also has a comprehensive athletic program including volleyball, basketball, golf, badminton, curling, track and field, cross-country running, rugby and baseball.

When you apply to the Palliser School Division, you can feel good about serving our future leaders and contributing to student success.

Job Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Education or a related field (or in the process of obtaining one)
• Valid Alberta Leadership Quality Standard (LQS) Certification, or eligibility for same
• Valid Alberta Teaching Certificate
• Exemplary teaching and administrative experience
• Strong leadership and management skills
• Commitment to establishing positive working relationships with staff, parents, and community partners
• Commitment to establishing partnerships and is knowledgeable about indigenous cultures, traditions and values
• Experience in multi-grade level classrooms
• Willingness to explore innovative approaches to learning
• Student-focused leader, dedicated to excellence in student learning in an inclusive environment
• Ability to provide effective leadership which fosters innovation, collaboration, respect and trust
• Ability to work in partnership with parents and other stakeholders to support student growth and development
• Strong interpersonal skills

Conditions of Employment

In order to maintain a safe and secure working environment, applicants new to The Palliser School Division must provide:

• Criminal Record Check, including vulnerable sector check from Local Police Service or RCMP detachment
• Social Insurance Number (SIN) card or document issued by Service Canada. SIN card/document must be in current legal name. Name on SIN card/document must match your Government Issued ID and Criminal Record Check
• Government issued ID - valid driver's license, valid passport or Nexus card
• Completed Alberta Intervention Check

Benefits

• Alberta School Employee Benefit Plan (ASEBP) coverage (as per collective agreement).

To Apply

Apply online at Palliser Career Opportunities. The following attachments should accompany the online submission:

• Cover letter directed to Audrey Kluin, Associate Superintendent (Human Resources);
• Resume highlighting professional qualifications and experience;
• Copy of your Leadership Quality Standard;
• Copy of your valid Alberta Teaching Certificate;
• Copy of your most recent professional evaluation;
• Minimum of three professional references.

Closing Date

Those who apply by May 1, 2024, will be given priority and careful consideration, however, this posting will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted for an interview.

For more information regarding this position, please contact:

Audrey Kluin

Associate Superintendent of Human Resources

audrey.kluin@pallisersd.ab.ca

By virtue of the submission of an application, the applicant agrees that the superintendent or designate can contact previous employers for the purpose of conducting confidential reference checks whether or not the applicant has listed a reference for that employer.