Overview
Elementary Principal /Teacher Jobs in Airdrie, Alberta at Christian Brothers Academy
Title: Elementary Principal /Teacher
Company: Christian Brothers Academy
Location: Airdrie, Alberta
JOB POSTING
ELEMENTARY PRINCIPAL/Teacher
(0.38 Principal / 0.62 Elementary Primary Teacher)
Synopsis
The Elementary Principal will coordinate administrative oversight and plan all phases of instructional leadership for the ACA full-time elementary school including teacher supervision, educational programming, administration, budgetary planning, discipline, and student support services. The principal will function as a liaison between the school division they oversee, the Head of School, and the Board of Directors.
Qualifications
Education Degree, preference given to those with elementary grades training and 5+ years of teaching experience, LQS would be considered an asset
Valid Alberta Teachers Certificate, either current interim or permanent
Valid Alberta Leaders Certificate, or willingness to pursue this qualification within 1 year of receiving this position
Exceptional leadership, communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills.
Strong organizational skills
Must have a police record check with vulnerability screening on file before starting employment
Must be in align with our Mission and Vision
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders
Understanding of current educational trends and best practices
Accountability
Reports directly to the ACA Head of School
Will be evaluated annually by the Head of School
Operates as a member of the Executive Leadership Team
Provides effective feedback to the Head of School
Staff Leadership
Collaborate with Human Resources (HR) to confirm teaching FTE needs for the school year and offer letters of employment to returning teachers
Collaborate with HR to review teacher job postings, shortlist applicants, interview, hire, and onboard successful candidates
Collaborate with HR to determine appropriate organizational, planning, professional development and assessment days for Kindergarten teachers and determine an accurate FTE
Assign classroom placements and duties for teachers ensuring that their skills are used appropriately and effectively in the classroom based on background, experience, and feedback
Collaborate regularly with the Learning Support Lead (LSL) in their role of supporting the Learning Support Assistant (LSA), elementary classroom teachers, and EAs
Collaborate with the H of S, Secondary Principal, and LSL to plan PD days (three-year plan)
Communicate approved hours and expectations to teachers including organizational days and PD days
Meet with teachers regularly to provide encouragement and support
Approve teacher requests for leaves and forward to Human Resources for final approval.
Plan and lead divisional meetings 2-3 times per month
Evaluate teachers and the LSL according to ACA Policy D-P06 – Teacher Growth, Supervision and Evaluation
Support teachers in their roles by providing mentorship opportunities, resources, advice, and advocating for their needs
Participate in regular Executive Leadership Team meetings and Educational Leadership Team meetings
Support positive staff culture creature in collaboration with the Executive Leadership Team
Create teaching schedules in collaboration with the other Principals and Facility Director
Create supervision schedules for recess breaks and before and after school in collaboration with the Secondary Principal
Teacher Annual Growth Plans – Provide templates that are aligned with the Alberta Teacher Quality Stand…
