Assistant Superintendent
Job No:
146598
Location:
High Prairie, Alberta
- Excellent opportunity for an experienced individual looking to make a difference!
- Highly competitive salary of $135k-145k/yr, plus a great host of benefits!
- Enjoy the beauty of High Prairie with a limitless availability of activities and a family-based community!
About High Prairie School Division
Employing more than 500 staff across 12 schools, High Prairie School Division provides quality education to more than 3,200 students, from Kindergarten to Grade-12. With our head office conveniently located in High Prairie, we aim to provide outstanding support services to the students we serve.
At High Prairie School Division, not only will you enjoy a successful and rewarding career with a world-class education organization, you will also see first-hand the difference you can make to the future of our community. For more information about us, please visit our website at www.hpsd.ca
About the Opportunity
Currently, High Prairie School Division is searching for an Assistant Superintendent to work within the Division’s boundaries in High Prairie, Alberta on a full-time basis.
As an Assistant Superintendent, you will be an integral member of the senior management team, reporting to the Superintendent on all matters pertaining to student health and wellness, inclusive of our inclusion team, student services team (psychologists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, etc.), and the operational areas of student attendance and student disciplinary procedures.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Supervising the following: Supervisor of Inclusion, and the Student Services Team
- Supervising the following components of the High Prairie School Division's Instruction Program: Kindergarten, Inclusion (PUF, K-12): Wellness and Counselling, Nutrition, Mental Health Capacity Building Project
- Administering the following projects or operational areas associated with Instruction: Early Entrance (ECS-1), Student Attendance, Student Promotion/Retentions (K-9), English as a Second Language, PAT/Diploma Exam Exemptions and Accommodations, Student Suspensions/Expulsions
- Providing recommendations and assistance in the policy development, review process, and accountability procedures to enhance and improve the effectiveness of various system operations
More About You
In order to qualify for this role, you will have a Master’s degree with a major in an educational discipline and possess a Permanent Teaching Certificate in the Province of Alberta (or equivalent certification from another province). Successful experience as a teacher or school-based administrator is preferred. Comprehensive knowledge of teaching pedagogy, structures, and systems that support inclusive learning and community development are strong assets.
As our ideal candidate, you possess exceptional communication skills, along with demonstrated ability to thrive in a dynamic, engaged, and collaborative environment. Above all, you have excellent interpersonal and organization skills, with a strong work ethic and passion to make a difference!
For the safety and well-being of our employees, we require proof of COVID-19 vaccination before commencing employment. Accommodations will be made for those exempt from the COVID-19 vaccination, based on grounds protected by relevant human rights law. Successful candidates must also be able to undergo a Criminal Record Check, along with a Vulnerable Sector Check.
About the Benefits
In return for your hard work and dedication, you will be rewarded with an attractive salary of $135k-145k per year, commensurate with your qualifications and experience, and a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Extended health benefits including dental insurance and vision
- Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, and Extended Disability insurance
- Pension plan
- Relocation assistance for the right candidate
- Health spending account
- 7 weeks of vacation!
Upon joining us, you will be welcomed into a skilled, positive, and supportive team. Our team genuinely enjoys working in a collegial and fun environment and appreciates being encouraged to reach their full potential.
About High Prairie, Alberta
Prominently situated in the heart of Alberta’s picturesque Mighty Peace Country, High Prairie is a thriving community of 3,000 people and is widely regarded as one of the province’s best-kept secrets. High Prairie is the hub to 26,957 hectares of park and protected natural assets that offer a variety of outdoor activities, including the sandy beaches, hiking trails, and fishing spots at three of the many beautiful lakes in Northern Alberta. Residents and tourists frequent our Park Theatre, High Prairie Municipal Library, District Museum, and Native Cultural Arts Museum Grouard to explore our abundant history and culture.
Comprised of a rich and multifaceted blend of cultures, the region is driven by a strong economic engine, fuelled by key sectors such as agriculture, forestry, oil and gas, and tourism. There are a wealth of recreational activities year-round like camping, hiking, fishing, and golf in the summer, and snowmobiling, skiing, ice hockey, and curling in the winter. The area also boasts rodeo grounds, baseball diamonds, an equestrian center, and an aquatic center. With a friendly and welcoming atmosphere, unsurpassed natural beauty, affordable housing, and an unwavering commitment to fostering a safe community for all, High Prairie is an ideal place to call home.
For a unique opportunity to bring your experience to a unique collaboration of schools in High Prairie, Alberta - Apply Now!