At a Glance
- Tasks: Support a safe, respectful, and student-centred school environment while leading behaviour expectations.
- Company: Omar Ibn Al-Khattab Academy, committed to Islamic values and student well-being.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a supportive community.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team focused on inclusive education and diverse learning needs.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives and foster a positive school culture.
- Qualifications: Valid Alberta teaching certificate and previous leadership experience in education.
The predicted salary is between 82800 - 101200 $ per year.
Job Duties / Responsibilities
The Vice Principal will work closely with the Principal to support a safe, respectful, well-organized, and student-centred school environment, with a particular focus on student behaviour, restorative practices, student well-being, and school operations.
- Lead consistent school-wide behaviour expectations and support teachers and EAs with classroom management and restorative practices aligned with OIAA’s Islamic values.
- Develop, implement, and monitor student movement and supervision procedures, including arrival, transitions, recess, lunch, Salah, assemblies, and dismissal.
- Establish clear procedures and train staff to ensure safe, efficient, and consistent student supervision.
- Support student well-being by collaborating with teachers, EAs, families, and support staff to address academic, behavioural, social, and emotional needs.
- Monitor the implementation of IPPs, PUF programming, accommodations, behavioural plans, and counselling supports.
- Coordinate with transportation providers regarding bus procedures, student safety, incidents, and communication.
- Support school safety and emergency procedures, including drills, evacuations, and lockdowns.
- Maintain appropriate documentation and follow up on significant behavioural incidents, safety concerns, and student support needs.
- Maintain a visible, approachable, and supportive presence throughout the school day.
- Support the Principal with school leadership, staff collaboration, and daily operational responsibilities.
Education / Qualifications
- Valid Alberta teaching certificate.
- Previous experience serving as a Vice-Principal or in a similar school leadership role.
- Demonstrated experience with student behaviour, classroom management, and student supervision.
- Experience supporting students with diverse learning, behavioural, and social-emotional needs.
- Knowledge and experience with IPPs, PUF programming, counselling, and student support plans.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to respond calmly and effectively to challenging situations and emergencies.
- Commitment to the mission, vision, and Islamic values of Omar Ibn Al-Khattab Academy.
Desirable
- Training or experience in restorative practices.
- Knowledge of IB programmes and the IB philosophy, including inquiry, learner agency, the Learner Profile, and approaches to teaching and learning.
- Experience working in an IB World School or IB continuum school.
- Experience supporting inclusive education and diverse learning needs.
- Experience with school-wide behaviour and student support systems.
- Experience with school safety, emergency procedures, and student transportation.
- Experience working in an Islamic or faith-based school environment.
- Graduate-level education in Educational Leadership, Administration, Special Education, Counselling, or a related field.
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