Southpointe would like to acknowledge and thank the Tsawwassen and Musqueam First Nations and all the Hun’qumi’num speaking people on whose traditional territories we teach and learn.
Southpointe Academy invites nominations, expressions of interest, and applications from exceptional English-speaking educators, for the position of Senior School Principal, with the appointment to be effective summer 2024 or as mutually agreed.
Southpointe Academy is a leading edge International Baccalaureate (IB) Continuum School located in the sunny micro-climate of South Delta, British Columbia and surrounded by the ocean, beaches, and natural beauty. As a co-educational, secular day school serving nearly 700 students from Kindergarten to Grade 12, Southpointe is known for its strong sense of community, collaborative culture, and commitment to professional development. The School fosters caring relationships with students and develops young people of character who make a positive difference in the world.
Southpointe features world leading programming through its highly acclaimed IB Primary Years (Grade K-5) and Middle Years (Grade 6-10) programmes. Southpointe is also officially authorized for the IB Diploma Programme (Grade 11-12), which completes its innovative offering of IB from entry to graduation. The educational programme is supported through modern purpose-built facilities and amenities. For additional information, please see www.southpointe.ca.
Reporting to the Deputy Head of School or Head of School, and serving as a member of the Senior Leadership Team, the Senior School Principal is responsible for the day-to-day operation and long-term development of the Senior School, from Grades 10- 12. The Principal is expected to take responsibility for the supervision of the Senior School faculty and the students. Communication with parents and community members is an essential component of the position. Southpointe offers highly competitive compensation and benefits.
Applications, including a resume, a letter of introduction, and the names of three references (who will not be contacted without consent of the applicant), should be submitted, in confidence, to the School’s executive search consultants (applications will continue to be received until the role is filled):
Laverne Smith & Associates Inc.
RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE SENIOR SCHOOL PRINCIPAL
The Senior School Principal role and responsibilities, broadly defined, include the following:
Role and Responsibilities
• Maintain responsibility for the overall quality of the academic programme and foster commitment to high standards of teaching and learning;
• Ensure the continuous development of the Senior School in keeping with overall School strategic priorities;
• Ensure the curriculum prepares Senior School students with the key skills and competencies for success in post-secondary studies;
• Ensure all Ministerial and regulatory requirements are met in the Senior School;
• Oversee the daily supervision of students, cultivating a warm, caring and safe environment;
• Manage effective communication with parents;
• Lead or facilitate parent information sessions related to the Senior School;
• Ensure that the conduct of students conforms with the Code of Conduct;
• Provide an advisory role for teachers requiring assistance regarding student achievement and behaviour;
• Demonstrate ongoing commitment to personal professional growth and the professional growth of faculty;
• Support the Diploma Programme Coordinator and Heads of Department and ensure clear lines of communication;
• Lead and oversee all processes related to reporting, scheduling and teacher assignments;
• Support the Academic Registrar in their duties;
• Oversee the learning support provisions in the Senior School;
• Lead Senior School assemblies and faculty meetings;
• Develop and manage the annual divisional budget
Administration
• Execute strategic priorities in the Senior School;
• Play a leading role in the recruitment, hiring and retention of teaching faculty;
• Participate in and support the admissions process for Senior School students;
• Ensure that budgets in the Senior School are appropriately managed;
• Retain an overview of all School activities involving Senior School teachers and students;
• Actively contribute to the School Leadership Team;
• Attend School events in and out of regular school hours, including weekends.
Qualifications and Education Requirements
• Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership or Teaching and Learning;
• Current relevant leadership experience in an IB DP school;
• Experience in teaching within Independent Schools;
• Experience as a Curriculum Coordinator and/or Head of Department;
• Experience as an IB site leader, examiner, and/or workshop leader preferred;
• Participation in the Advanced Level IB training programme preferred;
• Experience in obtaining and maintaining accreditations;
• Extensive teaching experience of at least 10 years in a combination of MYP and DP teaching assignments;
• Progressive experience that is rich in curriculum leadership;
• Experience working collaboratively with Curriculum Coordinators in an IB MYP and/or DP school;
• Experience working in a technology-rich programme;
• Current valid or ability to obtain BC Teaching Certificate or Independent School Teaching Certificate.
Conditions of Employment
• Permanent, full time;
• Language of work English;
• Salary range $150,000 – $160,000 depending on experience and qualifications;
• Relocation allowance up to $5,000 for candidates from Canadian provinces;
• Extended Health and Dental benefits;
• Employer contribution to RRSP 9% with minimum employee contribution;
• Discounted fee for dependent children admitted to Southpointe;
• Heavily discounted school lunch on days students are in school.
School Campuses:
1900 56 St, Delta, BC V4L 2B1
Unit 30, 1835 56th Street, Delta, BC V4L 2L9
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All colleagues in leadership positions are expected to commit to the school’s values and the guidelines outlining leadership qualities.
Southpointe Academy encourages applications from suitably qualified candidates with diverse backgrounds. We value each community member’s identity, perspective and well-being, and embrace our differences as a sign of strength. We believe in diversity, equity and inclusion and are committed to equal employment opportunities.