Anti-racism, Reconciliation - Edmonton, Canada - Edmonton Public Schools

Edmonton Public Schools

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Edmonton, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

About Edmonton Public Schools:

We are the second largest school division in Alberta, serving students, families and communities throughout Edmonton.

At Edmonton Public Schools, we provide a range of programs, learning spaces and supports that enhance pathways for student success.

Our Division is committed to diversity and inclusivity; we are listening, we are learning, and we are committed.

Edmonton Public Schools aspires to be a learning community where every individual belongs, is included and experiences success.

We strive to empower staff to reach their goals in a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace that values their lived experiences.

We are seeking individuals like you, who reflect the students and families we serve.

Together, we are stronger.

Status:

FTE:
1.000

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Managing Director, Strategic Division Supports, this position will oversee a team of staff whose efforts will support the Division's progress towards anti-racism and equity as outlined in the key areas of the Division's Action Plan.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

- collaborating with other leaders from across the division in support of key system initiatives outlined in the action plan
- supporting work on administrative regulations that enables and progresses the Division as an anti-racist organization
- reporting through an evidence-based lens to senior leadership, the Board of Trustees and the broader community
- planning and facilitating a variety of meetings including the steering, principal, staff and advisory committees
- ensuring processes are welcoming, engaging and reflect diverse cultural ways of being and doing
- reviewing and analyzing data gathered through a variety of sources
- developing and writing a variety of documents for a range of audiences and purposes that communicate the Division's progress or findings around key areas of work related to anti-racism, reconciliation and equity
- providing leadership and supervision of staff

Education/Qualifications:

- undergraduate degree in a related field
- a minimum of six years related experience, ideally in the education field
- experience working with individuals from a diverse range of lived experiences and backgrounds
- strong understanding of equity work, anti-racism theory, world views and indigenous perspectives
- demonstrated experience with stakeholder engagement
- experience supervising and leading staff
- excellent interpersonal, communication, presentation and collaboration skills

Rate of Pay:

$4, $5,278.00 bi-weekly

Closing:

Closing date for this competition is May 26, 2023.