Position: Executive Director
Organization: NWT Montessori Society
Reports to: NWT Montessori Board of Directors
Location: Yellowknife, Northwest Territories
Deadline to Apply: May 1, 2022
Start Date: June 2022
The NWT Montessori Society is hiring an Executive Director (ED) in Yellowknife, Northwest Territories. We are seeking a highly driven individual who is passionate and committed to the Montessori philosophy. The NWT Montessori Society has a long-standing history in Yellowknife and has been in operation for over 40 years. It is a not-for-profit, licensed under the Department of Education, Culture and Employment. With several locations in the city of Yellowknife, the NWT Montessori Society offers high-quality preschool education with classrooms in a traditional school setting as well as our own private facility. The ED is responsible for managing a team of approximately 15-20 staff, as well as the day-to-day operations of the private facility, collaborating with external organizations and families, and supporting the volunteer board of directors.
Qualifications:
- Strong interpersonal, communicative, and collaborative skills
- High standard of professionalism, problem solving skills and time management
- Human Resource Management
- Business and Finance Principals and Management
- Leadership of dynamic staffing environments
- Ability to use Microsoft Office, Sage50, WordPress or equivalent
- A strong understanding of best practices in Early Childhood Education
- An understanding of relevant legislation
- Current Criminal Reference Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening
We are looking for candidates with the following attributes:
- Patient, friendly and respectful with strong cultural awareness
- Positive attitude, can work cooperatively and collaboratively
- Ability to multi-task and problem-solve in a fast-paced environment
- Is a proficient, clear communicator with families, employees and colleagues
- Leadership and initiative with the ability to think and work independently with minimal supervision
- Sound judgement and decision-making abilities
- Committed to growth and development
Remuneration and Hours of Work
- Working Hours are Monday – Friday (with the exception of Holidays) as well as occasional evenings and weekends
- The NWT Montessori Society offers a competitive salary based on experience
- Extended Health Benefits
- Employee RRSP Plan
- Willing to assist in relocation fees for the right candidate
Please forward resumes to the Hiring Committee hiring@ykmontessori.ca
We thank you for your interest in this position, eligible candidates will be contacted directly.
Yellowknife is a vibrant community, rich in culture and tradition. The city boasts a wide variety of amenities and activities.
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