Description
Invites Applications for the Position of
Elementary Principal
Delta School District is honored to be working and learning on the traditional territory of the Tsawwassen and Musqueam First Nations and all of the h?n?q??min??m? speaking people who have been stewards of this land since time immemorial
The Delta School District aims to be an innovative, inclusive community where all learners belong, and everyone soars. We are a District of more than 16,000 students and 3,000 employees. The District’s mission is to inspire and nurture thriving, future-ready learners at each of its 31 schools, located in Ladner, North Delta, and Tsawwassen. We value Compassion, Responsibility, Integrity, Creativity, Diversity, and Resilience. Our schools and District offices are located on the traditional territories of the Tsawwassen and Musqueam First Nations. The District offers its respect to the Knowledge Keepers and all First Peoples who have been stewards on these lands since time immemorial.
The Principal plays an integral role as part of the District management team and of the school to which they are assigned. The Principal is responsible for the overall supervision and operation of their individual school and also plays an appropriate leadership role in District initiatives.
Expectations and responsibilities of Delta Principals include:
Projecting a clear sense of direction consistent with District Vision 2030
Working to develop a Framework for Enhancing Student Learning based on the needs of the learners.
Participating actively in the planning, monitoring, and evaluation of the instructional program
Demonstrating knowledge of curriculum, instruction, and assessment
Understanding child development as it pertains to learning.
Working with staff to build knowledge and expertise related to assessment strategies.
Establishing a safe, orderly environment that promotes teaching and learning.
Encouraging and providing support for the professional learning of staff and participating in a program of personal and professional learning.
Keeping informed about current research, trends, and practices in education
Acting as a symbol of the school’s culture through articulating and modeling goals and behaviors that signal to others what is of importance and value.
Demonstrating strong human relations and communication skills
Developing positive and supportive relationships within an atmosphere of trust and mutual respect.
Fostering supportive attitudes among community members including providing opportunities for members of the community to associate productively with the school’s personnel and programs.
Planning and organizing school operations and routines, supervising a variety of personnel and students, and ensuring the effective management of the school property.
Requirements:
Successful Vice-Principal experience
Master's degree in an area such as Leadership, Curriculum, or Learning
Salary Range: $153,567 - $162,260.
Applications, stating the position applied for and including a resume, three professional references, and a statement of educational leadership philosophy, should be forwarded by
Friday, December 6, 2024, at 4:00 pm to:
Chloe Mulder, Executive Assistant of Employee Services
Email: cmulder@deltaschools.ca
(Only e-mail applications, in WORD or PDF file format, will be accepted)
(Please ensure your entire application package is included in one attachment)
We appreciate the interest expressed by all applicants, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Detailed information about the Delta School District can be obtained from our website at:
http://deltasd.bc.ca
