Director of Education

Summary:

Working out of the Prince George office with regular travel to the community of Tsay Keh Dene, the Director of Education will be responsible for developing, implementing and managing education programs for the Tsay Keh Dene School and Learning Centre. Functions will include ensuring that all alternative services are attended to in a meaningful and appropriate manner, ensuring the quality of education provided meets specified standards. The Director of Education will act as a community relations liaison, ensuring the appropriate implementation and ongoing success of the instructional programs and educational objectives of the Tsay Keh Dene School and Learning Centre including preparing budgets, development and management of finances, conducting monitoring and testing programs to effectively measure and ensure the success of the Tsay Keh Dene School and Learning Centre.

Competencies:

• Leadership and Team Integration

• Effective Communication

• Cultural Interest and Sensitivity

• Time and Stress Management

• Strategic Decision Making

• Analytical and Innovative Thinking

• Proactive and Result Oriented

• Problem Solving

• Client Focus

• Coaching and Mentoring

• Accountability and Dependability

• Planning and Organizing

Job Duties:

Education Program Management Responsibilities

• Establish special programs and supervise the successful implementation of the program.

• Develop the School Action Plan ensuring the instructional and program priorities are put into consideration in the process.

• Ensure Education Curriculum is implemented as required, taught and assessed according to the prescribed guidelines

• Monitor the principals' implementation of an effective program evaluation model.

• Identify and recommend comprehensive plan for the implementation of any new program approved for the School.

• Oversee and direct the implementation of all new educational programs.

• Oversee Post Secondary Education program and oversees management of program and students.

Resources and Capacity Management

• Manage human capacity through recruitment, placement, supervision, and professional development of certified staff.

• Provide input in the construction and maintenance of adequate school facilities.

• Assign certified staff and support staff to job roles as qualified.

• Act as community relations and liaison.

• Provide leadership in professional development and student services to certified personnel in the school.

Financial and Administrative responsibilities

• Develop budget and manage other financial expenditures for the department.

• Coordinate meetings with employees to carry out the instructional program and educational objectives of the School.

• Foster the ongoing development of Learning Communities by promoting the culture of learning, including life-long learning, through modeling, encouragement and support.

• Undertake the review and evaluation of all programs offered within the School and provide recommendations for changes to or replacement of programs as required.

• Recommends specific in-service training, conference attendance or other professional development opportunities for teaching staff.

• Provides leadership in and supports the development of procedures and professional development activities that ensure the maximum utilization of abilities by teaching and administrative staff.

• Supports and, when appropriate, is actively involved in opportunities for the professional development of all School employees.

• Work at the Tsay Keh Dene School on a regular basis (minimum one week per month) to review school plans, meet and consult with staff and students, and visit classrooms, giving emphasis to instructional and program matters.

• Maintains membership in appropriate professional associations, participates in the activities and work of such associations so as to further personal professional development to the benefit of self and the School.

• Keeps informed of current educational research and practices through advanced study/reading, visiting school systems elsewhere, and attending educational conferences.

• Keeps informed of current educational research and practices through advanced study/reading, visiting school systems elsewhere, and attending educational conferences.

• Initiate a review of the benchmarks currently used by the School, at all levels, to define the quality of our educational program.

• Monitors student progress through the organization of standardized testing principles and School testing procedures.

• Oversees the interpretation of the School Policy Manual.

• Maintains relationships and consults with personnel within the School as necessary to ensure the accomplishment of the Mission, Vision, Values, and Goals and Objectives of the School.

• The Director of Education prepares and presents reports on all aspects of the educational programs within the School, including teacher effectiveness, student progress, educational practices, programs, and future instructional needs.

• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested by the Executive Director

Requirements:

• Graduate degree and 3 – 5 years varied related experiences preferred

• Strong interpersonal, organizational, public relations and team work skills

• Strong oral and written skills.

• Ability to work independently and as a team member.

• Initiative to set priorities and identify plans of action.

• Ability to work effectively with committees, the administrative team, school personnel, parents, students, and community members.

• Aware of and able to appropriately interpret all applicable Laws and regulations for education, agreements, and policies and practices.

• Able to effectively present information and respond to questions from members of staff and the general public.

• Maintains confidentiality and integrity showing respect to staff, parents and members of the public.

• Experience with MS office application is a requirement.

• Well-developed interpersonal skills, organization, written and public relations skills.

• Labour Relations background - interpreting and assisting with contract and labour issues.

• Effective communication skills with individuals at all levels of the organization

• Ability to adapt to and learn new software.

• Able to work efficiently as a part of a team as well as independently.

• High level of critical and logical thinking, analysis, and/or reasoning to identify underlying principles, reasons, or facts.

• Able to work well under pressure and meet set deadlines.

• Good organizational, time management and prioritizing skills.

• Ability to interpret and implement company policies and procedures.

• Attention to detail in all areas of work.

Work Conditions:

• Regular travel is required.

• Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and peripherals.

• Lifting or moving up to 10lbs may be required.