Burnaby is seeking a school-based leader who has a track record of success and experience working in an urban, culturally diverse community. As a member of the district’s leadership team, the BCSD Vice-Principal has the primary responsibility for implementing, managing, and supervising a wide range of educational and support services for students enrolled in the provincial school for the deaf. The Vice-Principal will work closely with the administrative teams at Burnaby South Secondary and South Slope Elementary to share responsibilities for the overall operation of the schools.
Qualifications:
Preference will be given to an applicant who possesses the following qualifications:
- graduate level training in an area such as administration, program and curriculum development and supervision of instruction. Candidates must have a Master’s Degree in Education of the Deaf and be fluent in sign language.
- eligibility for membership in the B.C. College of Teachers
- demonstrated leadership experience, ability, and commitment to working as a member of the district’s instructional leadership team
- demonstrated ability in program, curriculum and staff development
- demonstrated ability in effective personnel supervision, communications and human relations
- demonstrated knowledge of current educational trends, educational methods, and the use of technology to enhance instruction
- demonstrated skills in community involvement and public relations, including the ability to work cooperatively with parents, professionals and community service agencies
- recent, successful and relevant teaching and leadership experience with a focus on the redesigned curriculum and personalized learning
Duties include:
- integrating BCSD programs with other District programs to maximize learning opportunities for students
- scheduling integrated programs and monitoring student progress in multiple schools by using administrative tools in MyEducationBC
- developing Transition Programs that enable students to explore careers, post-secondary education, and other community services
- May include teacher responsibilities
Please provide a detailed résumé including professional credentials, statement of educational philosophy and three current letters of professional reference (2021).We ask that a full application for this position be submitted by 4:00 pm Friday, July 30, 2021 to: https://bit.ly/3wcWBks (SUBJECT: Vice Principal, BCSD).
The Burnaby School District embraces diversity as a privilege and a strength. We strive for accepting, safe, supportive, and inviting communities where the goal is for all members to feel a sense of belonging. Our (schools or worksites) are for everyone and we respect each person’s contributions.
