Westminster Canadian Academy (WCA) is a Grade 1-12 educational schooling cooperative located in north Gwacheon, just south of Seoul. We are a small community located next to a hillside forest with a nature trail and beautiful views of Gwanak Mountain. We have a diverse student body with fantastic parental and family support. WCA follows a North American curriculum and is accredited by the Middle States Association Commission on Elementary and Secondary Schools (MSA-CESS), the National Council for Private School Accreditation (NCPSA), and Accreditation International (AI).

WCA seeks a dynamic educational leader to fill the Principal position for the 2024-2025 school year. As Principal, you will oversee a dedicated faculty, nurture a vibrant and growing student population, and manage a small campus with three buildings and various outdoor activity areas. Collaborating closely with our office staff and the school's owner/director, who together form our Governing Board, you will be responsible for all school operations.

Key responsibilities will include:

- Working with accreditors to provide updates on our program and plans for school growth and development.
- Collaborating with office staff and ownership to enhance enrollment at the school.
- Revising curriculum as needed to ensure alignment with educational standards and best practices.
- Ensuring the school program embodies our vision and mission, fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment.
- Monitoring student progress toward our desired school-wide outcomes.
- Developing and maintaining a diverse range of programming, including monthly themes, assemblies, in-school clubs, and after-school programs.

Additionally, you will contribute to policy development and strategic planning, leveraging your leadership skills to drive continuous improvement and innovation at our school. While much of our programming and policies are already established, your role will involve yearly revision and updating to meet the evolving needs of our community.

Salary and Benefits:

The salary for the Principal position at Westminster Canadian Academy will be commensurate with experience. We believe in recognizing and rewarding the valuable contributions of our staff, and as such, we offer competitive compensation packages tailored to the qualifications and expertise of the successful candidate.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a complimentary daily lunch provided by the school and standard contributions to Korean national health insurance and pension programs.

The ideal candidate for this role will possess:

- A valid F-class visa or Korean citizenship
- Extensive teaching experience and a valid teaching certificate/credential
- Strong leadership skills with a demonstrated track record of success in an educational setting
- Experience in curriculum development and program implementation
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels
- A passion for fostering a positive school culture and promoting student success

How to Apply:

The incoming principal can expect to work with current leadership this spring and summer to familiarize themselves with school programs and policies. The position would begin in mid/late August 2024.

If you are ready to take on this exciting opportunity at a small, fully accredited, and growing international school in a unique natural setting, we encourage you to apply today! Please submit a cover letter, resume, and at least two references to: administration@wcacanada.com

Join us at Westminster Canadian Academy and be part of a dynamic team dedicated to shaping the global citizens of tomorrow!