Middle School Vice Principal

Are you interested in joining a great school community and working with a team of awesome people who are passionate about the exciting world of education? 

Who are we?

Over the past 20 years, Aberdeen Hall has become a top-level independent school that provides excellent academics and a strong character education to our diverse student population of 700 preschool to grade 12 children.

We have an opportunity for a Middle School Vice Principal in September 2025 in our Senior School grades 6 to 12 (position profile can be found here).

We welcome applicants who, like us, embrace the core values of resilience, responsibility, integrity, optimism, curiosity, and kindness. You are also known to be innovative, progressive, adaptable and passionate about raising the next generation to lead meaningful lives as contributing citizens to their communities.

What makes us different?

Working at Aberdeen Hall is far from the status quo. We are a forward-thinking school that believes in rewarding our employees and putting our people first. We are grateful for our community spirited culture, and we continuously nurture it to ensure our team feels valued every single day. Additionally, working and living in the beautiful Okanagan offers an exceptional opportunity for work-life balance, a comfortable pace of life and a wide range of after-work activities.

Aberdeen Hall provides

– Competitive Compensation for permanent Faculty at an annual salary of $90,000 to $130,000 inclusive of vacation pay and commensurate with years of teaching experience
– Open and collaborative culture
– Comprehensive enhanced benefits package
– RRSP contribution of 8% for employees that invest 4% of their salary
– Financial Guidance from an Industry Professional
– Personalized professional development plans
– Newly built inspiring campus setting
– Well-established mentorship program
– Innovative and progressive approach to teaching
– Low student/teacher ratios

Position Summary

The Middle School Vice Principal is integral to shaping and overseeing the Middle School program. This individual will work closely with the Principal to ensure that the curriculum, student support systems, and school culture align with Aberdeen Hall’s mission and strategic vision. The successful candidate will be a dynamic leader who cultivates collaboration, fosters a strong sense of belonging, and enhances the student experience.

This position encompasses instructional leadership, pastoral care, faculty mentorship, and administrative management. Additionally, the Vice Principal will be actively involved in student life, promoting participation in extracurricular activities and supporting student leadership initiatives.

Success Factors

– B.C. Ministry of Education Certificate or equivalent
– Bachelor’s (required) or Master’s degree (an asset)  in Education or a related field.
– Computer Skills: Google Classroom, docs, sheets, slides and Gmail
– Known to model the highest standards of professional practice and interactions with all stakeholders
– Ability to understand the importance of emotional intelligence and empathy in building trust and contribute to a positive working atmosphere across the School community
– Known to communicate, negotiate, collaborate and build partnerships effectively
– Leadership experience in a middle school or equivalent educational setting.
– Strong understanding of curriculum development, pedagogy, and student development.
– Demonstrated ability to support and mentor faculty in best instructional practices.
– Experience managing student behavior, pastoral care, and school culture initiatives.
– Strong administrative skills, including scheduling, timetabling, and event coordination.
– Familiarity with independent school environments is an asset.

As part of our active commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion we strive to welcome students, families and employees with a diverse range of identities and backgrounds to enrich the Aberdeen Hall family with varied perspectives.

The successful applicant to our role will be a team player and participate in extracurricular activities. Aberdeen Hall offers competitive compensation for permanent employees and excellent long-term potential. We thank all candidates for their time and interest; however, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.

Please forward your resume and cover letter that includes first and last name and number that your 

BC teaching certificate is listed under to: Lisa White, Director of Finance & Human Resources at [email protected]

To learn more about us visit www.aberdeenhall.com