Superi= ntendent of Schools
School District No. 8 (
School=
District
No. 8 (Kootenay Lake) located in the Kootenays serves a diverse number of
communities including Crawford Bay, Creston, Kaslo, Meadow Creek, Nelson,
Salmo, Slocan, South Slocan, Winlaw, Wynndel and Yahk and the surrounding r=
ural
areas. The District covers a =
large
geographic area with two time zones. It has a student population of 5000
students within 23 schools. F=
urther
information regarding School District No. 8 (
The Bo=
ard of
Education seeks a visionary leader with creativity and an insight to provide
the students of the
As the=
CEO of
the
¨ a proven record in advoca= ting for student learning
¨ demonstrates an excellent working knowledge of financial management principles to ensure the District Mission of a focus on excellence for all learners in a nurturing environmen= t
¨ a commitment to meaningful consultation and collaboration throughout the school system and the communi= ty to develop respectful, trusting relationships
¨ a proven ability to work = effectively with an elected Board
¨ an in–depth underst= anding of current trends in instructional practices, curriculum and improving stud= ent achievement
¨ an ability to identify ne= eded change, articulate that vision and lead the change process
A Mast=
er’s
or Doctorate degree in a relevant field and senior educational leadership i=
n a
school system are required.
Eligible membership with the BC
Further information about this exciting career opportunity as well as applications = can be directed to:
Brian DeBiasio
Director of Human Resources
School District No. 8 (
Phone: 250-505-7= 012 Fax: 250-352-6686
e-mail: bdebiasi= o@sd8.bc.ca
Closin= g date for applications is Friday, March 5, 2= 010 at 4:00 pm (PST). Include pr= evious employers in your list of references. Applicants agree to confidential reference checks as a condition of application.