School District #62 (Sooke)

About School District #62 (Sooke)

Leadership opportunity with an innovative and growing School District Adjacent to Victoria on southern Vancouver Island, School District No. 62 (Sooke) is the fastest growing school district on Vancouver Island and one of the fastest growing districts in British Columbia. The District operates in five municipalities: Langford, Colwood, Metchosin, Sooke and the Highlands and employs approximately 1,700 educators and support staff. The operating budget for the District is in excess of $115 million with a student population of over 11,000. The District has a Strategic Plan that looks ahead to the future and focuses on three main goals of learning, engagement and growth. The District is currently seeking to fill the position of: District Principal – Inclusive Education The District Principal, Inclusive Education works under the direction of an Associate Superintendent and as part of the District’s Leadership Team. The District Principal is responsible for services related to inclusive education and continually enhancing the capacity of teachers, administrators and support workers to provide exceptional educational services for inclusive education. We are looking for candidates that: Model Leadership Demonstrate Instructional Excellence Foster Innovation Provide a Strategic Focus Create a Safe Learning Environment Proactively Solve Problems Effectively Make Decisions Build Relationships through Collaboration Develop Others Lead Change Embrace Diversity and Inclusion Continuously Learn If you posses the above qualities, please submit a cover letter and resume outlining your education and experience in the following areas: A Masters’ degree in educational leadership or a related field. A Masters’ degree/diploma/certificate in Special Education including Level B testing an asset. A valid BC teaching certificate or eligibility for certification with the BC Teacher Regulation Branch. A minimum of five years of successful experience in a leadership position including a minimum of two years as a school-based principal/vice principal which includes the supervision of staff in a unionized environment. A minimum of three years of experience related to inclusive education. In addition to clearly demonstrating the above, you must also include the names of three references whom we can contact upon receipt of your application package. References must include your immediate supervisor as well as two other supervisory references who can speak to your leadership skills. Other references may be contacted with your prior permission. To review the full job description and apply online, please go to Sooke 62 at: www.makeafuture.ca Applications must be submitted on-line by Friday, March 27, 2020, 12:00 noon. Position Title: District Principal – Inclusive Education Supervisor: Associate Superintendent Date of Revision: February 28, 2020 Position Summary The District Principal, Inclusive Education works under the direction of an Associate Superintendent and as part of the District’s Leadership Team. The District Principal is responsible for services related to inclusive education and continually enhancing the capacity of teachers, administrators and support workers to provide exceptional educational services for inclusive education. Duties and Responsibilities Participates as a regular member of the District’s Leadership Team. Assists in the development of the annual budget and prepares cost estimates based on program needs. Manages a departmental budget and ensures that programs are cost-effective and funds are managed prudently. Prepares, reviews, and revises job descriptions in the department in collaboration with Human Resources. Supervises staff and provides regular feedback and coaching to assist them in performing their best. Coordinates staffing in a collaborative and multi-disciplinary manner including district psychologists, speech language pathologists, inclusion coaches and other inclusive support staff. Evaluates job performance of staff on an annual basis using the District’s policies and procedures. Represents the District on local, regional and provincial networks and committees. Demonstrates leadership, along with a deep knowledge of factors contributing to, and successful experience utilizing strength based solutions, to address a variety of challenging behaviours in K-12 and create a safe learning environment.These include trauma informed practices, self-regulation and collaborative problem solving. Respectfully manages highly changed communications towards a positive solution. Keeps current on Ministry of Education funding category requirements and audit compliance procedures. Liaises with other related community agencies such as the Ministry of Children and Family Development, Child and Youth Mental Health, Public Health and Youth Justice and representing the school district on local children and youth committees, and other such committees concerned with special services. Prepares the annual submission for the Special Education Branch of the Ministry of Education. Leads and coordinates inclusive education services and instruction for Grades K – 12. Builds instructional and support capacity of teachers, administrators and support staff through classroom and program monitoring and provision of in-service activities. Oversees and monitors the provision of Educational Assistants. Evaluates programs and staff, writing reports of those evaluations, recommending improvement and developing programs and interventions for improvement. Monitors achievement and graduation rates of Special Needs and working with schools in developing and implementing plans for improvement. Organizes and coordinates workshops and in-service for the development of staff in alignment with current methodology and recommended practice. Works with Human Resources in identifying and allocating staffing for special education teachers and educational assistants. Represents the school district at provincial and Ministry of Education meetings and workshops and attending local meetings of administrators or other meetings required by the Board or Superintendent of Schools. Education and Experience A Masters’ degree in educational leadership or a related field. A Masters’ degree/diploma/certificate in Special Education including Level B testing an asset. A valid BC teaching certificate or eligibility for certification with the BC Teacher Regulation Branch. A minimum of five years of successful experience in a leadership position including a minimum of two years as a school-based principal/vice principal which includes the supervision of staff in a unionized environment. A minimum of three years of experience related to inclusive education. Competencies Model Leadership: Demonstrate exemplary school leadership and communication skills. Demonstrate Instructional Excellence: Provide instructional leadership and foster an environment of instructional excellence that focuses on student learning in alignment with B.C.’s transformed curriculum. Foster Innovation: Promote innovative, transformative practices to support student engagement and learning. Provide a Strategic Focus: Establish the strategic direction and vision for the school and/or department that reflects personalized learning and 21st century concepts. Create a Safe Learning Environment: Ensure a safe and caring culture that creates a sense of belonging for all students and staff. Proactively Solve Problems and Effectively Make Decisions: Model a positive inquiry-based approach to problem-solving and a collaborative approach to decision-making. Build Relationships through Collaboration: Build strong relationships and collaboratively work with students, staff, parents and community organizations to enhance student achievement. Develop Others: Inspires and supports staff to reach their full potential. Lead Change: Focus on solutions to address educational challenges and have a proven ability to lead change. Embrace Diversity and Inclusion: Nurture the inclusion of indigenous culture, content and courses. Continuously Learn: Embrace challenges and seek opportunities to develop as an educational leader and demonstrate a commitment to ongoing professional learning.

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