Associate Assistant Superintendent of Learning

The PositionAs an Associate Assistant Superintendent, and an essential member of the senior leadership team, you will report directly to the Superintendent in all areas of teaching, learning, and professional development. You will be responsible for the development and implementation of observable impact planning in alignment with our district priorities of Inspiring Thinking, Cultivating Well-Being, and Building Relationships through the lens of our Catholic faith.Required Education and Recommended Knowledge, Qualifications and ExperienceActive involvement in community parishMaster’s Degree in an educational fieldMust hold, or be eligible for a(n) NWT Teaching CertificateMinimum of five years experience as a school principal or equivalent leadership experienceProven success in curriculum-related initiatives and program developmentExpert knowledge of literacy and numeracy instruction from JK-12Deep understanding and experience in assessment practicesProven experience in the use of data for school improvementKnowledge of the British Columbia curriculum would be an assetEvidence of fostering respectful learning environments that are inclusive of all peopleExperience in building relationships with Indigenous peoples, organizations, and communitiesRequired Skills and AbilitiesExceptional communication and facilitation skillsPersonal attributes and skills that demonstrate a strong focus on teamAbility to lead, engage, and collaborate with staff, parents, and the communityCommitment to personal growth and professional developmentOur DistrictYellowknife Catholic Schools has been providing quality education to northern students for sixty-five years. We are the only faith-based district in the Northwest Territories. Although we are a Catholic school district, we welcome families of all faiths. As a Catholic Education system, we encourage our students to be socially responsible. We want them to think critically about faith and to make decisions based on their spirituality and the knowledge that faith promotes being a good person.Our CommunityYellowknife offers many opportunities during all seasons from enjoying the midnight sun while fishing on the lake, golfing on our unique course, aurora hunting and ice fishing in the winter, or swimming, hiking, skiing, canoeing, and kayaking around our great region; the Chief Drygeese Territory in the Akaitcho region, the traditional lands of the Yellowknives Dene First Nation. Yellowknife also offers many city recreational sports such as hockey, curling, soccer, frisbee, touch football, volleyball, basketball, and tennis. We have several fitness facilities and have a very vibrant community of the arts. #J-18808-Ljbffr