Director of Education

Job Description

<p><p><b>Ahousaht Education Authority</b></p>
<p>General Delivery</p>
<p>Ahousaht, BC V0R 1A0</p>
<p>T: 250 670 9662 F: 250 670 9660</p>
<p>www.ahousahted.ca</p>
<p><b>November 17, 2025</b></p>
<p><b>Employment Opportunity</b></p>
<p><b>Position Title:</b> Director of Education</p>
<p><b>Position Type:</b> Full-time</p>
<p><b>Location:</b> Ahousaht Education Authority – Ahousaht, BC</p>
<p><b>Reports To:</b> Ahousaht Education Authority Board of Directors</p>
<p><b>Direct Reports:</b> Deputy Director of Education, MCC Manager, MES Principal, MSS Principal, Post‑Secondary Manager, and other departments as assigned.</p>
<p><b>Salary:</b> Based on qualifications, experience, and skills.</p>
<p>Ahousaht Education Authority is seeking a dedicated, motivated, and visionary Director of Education to lead our education system and support the success and well‑being of Ahousaht learners from early childhood through adulthood.</p>
<h3>Position Summary</h3>
<p>The Director of Education will provide strong leadership rooted in Ahousaht values, advance strategic education goals, and ensure high‑quality learning across all AEA departments. A deep respect for the Ahousaht Nation's culture, traditions and values is essential for this role. This role also requires a compassionate and forward‑thinking leader capable of fostering positive relationships, provide supportive guidance, and effectively collaborating with all AEA departments, Ahousaht Chief and Council, community members, and partner organizations.</p>
<p>This position requires the Director of Education to work full‑time in the remote and rural community of Ahousaht, BC, Monday to Friday, occasional weekends, minimum of 35 hours per week. The Director of Education must also be willing to travel as needed for work, including meetings and fostering partnerships.</p>
<h3>Key Responsibilities</h3>
<p><b>Strategic Leadership</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Develop and implement strategic plans while ensuring adherence to all policies and procedures, including financial policies, to promote organizational effectiveness, sustainability, and full compliance with reporting and funding requirements.</li>
<li>Serve as the senior liaison between the Ahousaht Education Authority and external stakeholders, partners, and organizations, while building and sustaining strong relationships.</li>
<li>Provide visionary leadership ensuring alignment with organizational goals, community priorities, and long‑term planning.</li>
<li>Adapt quickly to changing circumstances and make effective decisions in a fast‑paced environment.</li>
<li>Support the integration of Ahousaht language, culture, and land‑based learning across all educational programs.</li>
<li>Be and maintain familiarity with B.C. School Act, Independent School Act, Employment Standards, B.C. Society Act.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Management Skills</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Proven ability to lead independently while also contributing effectively as part of a collaborative team.</li>
<li>Lead human resources functions, including recruitment, hiring, training, supervision, and performance evaluation to cultivate a positive, accountable workplace culture.</li>
<li>Oversee organizational operations and resources, ensuring effective facilities management and smooth execution of daily administrative functions.</li>
<li>Apply strong organizational, leadership, and problem‑solving skills across the organization.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Financial Management</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Collaborating with AEA Finance manager and external organization to create budgets and review audits.</li>
<li>Manage AEA's comprehensive budget, includes monitoring and allocation of budget.</li>
<li>Strong understanding of financial statements, budgeting, and annual audits.</li>
<li>Ability to write proposals, work plans and prepare reporting in timely and professional manner.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Communication Skills</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Strong verbal and written communication skills, including confident public speaking.</li>
<li>Proficient in active listening to understand, support, and respond effectively to staff, student, families, community members, or external organizations.</li>
<li>Engage and collaborate with families, community members, Board of Education, and the Ahousaht Chief & Council while maintaining open communication.</li>
<li>Communicate and meet with external organizations: FNESC, FNSA, SD70, and others.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3>
<ul>
<li>Preferred: Master of Education</li>
<li>Required: Bachelor of Education or similar.</li>
<li>Minimum three (3) years of experience in educational leadership, Indigenous leadership, or school administration.</li>
<li>Understanding of Indigenous education, preferably within Nuu‑chah‑nulth contexts is an asset.</li>
<li>Commitment to student success, community engagement, and cultural revitalization.</li>
</ul>
<h3>How to Apply</h3>
<p>Interest applicants are asked to submit the following documents via EMAIL ONLY.</p>
<ul>
<li>Detailed professional resume</li>
<li>Cover letter</li>
<li>Three (3) professional references</li>
</ul>
<p>Email: doris.robinson@ahousahted.ca, amy.jack@ahousahted.ca, margaret.dick@ahousahted.ca</p>
<p>Subject line: Director of Education Position.</p>
<p><b>Only those selected for the interview process will be contacted.</b></p>
<h3>Deadline</h3>
<p>Open Until Filled</p></p>
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