VP26008 - Wilson Middle School - Vice Principal

Lethbridge School Division•Lethbridge, AB

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Lethbridge School Division invites applications for the position of Vice Principal at Wilson Middle School. This role seeks innovative, open-minded leaders who approach life as a learner and inspire others. The ideal candidate will nurture a learning community, drive academic success by fostering excellence and innovation in teaching, and champion diversity and inclusion to create an environment where every student feels valued and empowered. Leaders in this role prioritize building strong relationships, promote well-being, and embody the belief that everyone has the capacity to learn and grow. The successful candidate will be committed to continuous improvement and professional growth, and will lead a vibrant and thriving school community with vision, compassion, and purpose. Wilson Middle School serves approximately 650 students and is committed to providing an inclusive and caring environment for all students, developing life-long learners who become productive citizens. The staff at Wilson work in partnership with parents to collaboratively ensure student success. The Division is dedicated to growing, leading, and supporting its community through the values of learning, respect, leadership, well-being, and inclusion, offering culturally authentic learning opportunities. The Division is recognized for its innovative culture and commitment to fostering leadership and community partnerships, serving over 12,000 students across 25 schools with over 1,200 staff members.

Requirements

Applicants must possess or be eligible for an Alberta Teaching Certificate.
Completion of or enrolled in both Master’s degree in education and Leadership Quality Standard certification.
Exemplary teaching experience is necessary.
Be an exceptional leader with a broad worldview, supporting and appreciating different viewpoints.
Have an unwavering commitment to students and be able to demonstrate the belief that all students are capable learners.
Demonstrate a strong understanding of the components of successful collaboration to support the work of teachers.
A police information check, including Vulnerable Sector Check from Police Services or an RCMP detachment that does not have any charges or convictions.
A satisfactory Intervention Record Check from South Region Alberta Child and Family Services.
Proof of photo identification may be a valid driver’s license, provincial identification card as issued by a licensed government registry office, valid passport or Nexus card. If one cannot be provided, a new card must be obtained and proof of application provided within three days of hire.
Documentation of a valid Social Insurance Number in the employee’s legal name. If valid Social Insurance documentation in the current legal name can not be provided, the successful candidate will be required to obtain a new one within three days of hire.

Responsibilities

Nurture a learning community.
Drive academic success by fostering excellence and innovation in teaching.
Champion diversity and inclusion to create an environment where every student feels valued and empowered.
Prioritize building strong relationships.
Promote well-being.
Embody the belief that everyone has the capacity to learn and grow.
Be committed to continuous improvement and professional growth.
Lead a vibrant and thriving school community with vision, compassion, and purpose.
Engage and collaborate with the school community, understanding community and cultural contexts.
Support the work of teachers through successful collaboration.
Learn along with all staff, students, families, and community stakeholders to further the learning priorities of the school.
Demonstrate a strong understanding of innovative pedagogy and leading learning, including inquiry-based learning, comprehensive literacy and numeracy instruction.
Commit to inclusive and equitable learning opportunities for all students.
Demonstrate a solid understanding of and commitment to Indigenous ways of knowing.
Commit to personal professional growth and reflection with a learner mindset.
Demonstrate a deep understanding of the nature of learning, and how to strategically and successfully lead a learning community.