Center Head

The role of the Centre Head is to lead the school in all administrative matters

including planning and organizing the daily operations and strategic direction

of the Maple Bear School. The Centre Head will the support the school staff

in the implementation of the local and Maple Bear curriculum while conforming

to local educational policies and regulations. The Centre Head will create a

positive and inclusive school culture that reflects Maple Bear mission and

values.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Accountability

• Ensure compliance with all operational tasks related to the agreement

between the Maple Bear School and the franchisee, including but not limited

to enrolment reports, insurance, orders, invoicing etc.

• Implement all strategic plans and operational tasks related to the agreement

between the school and local franchisee including financial and growth

strategies, budgets, policies, ordering, invoicing, reporting, etc.

• Comply with all Maple Bear Operational and Security policies, procedures

and directions to demonstrate a safe learning and teaching environment

• Maintain accurate student records, prepare regular reports and monthly

invoicing in the Operational system provided by Maple Bears Canadian and

local academic partners

• Prepare regular reports as required by all stakeholders including local

authorities

• Submit to Maple Bear all local and global strategic plans related to

the agreement, including business growth plans, global financial strategy,

authorizations, budgets, policies and operational procedures

• Supervise and ensure compliance with enrolment procedures, licenses and

authorizations

• Cultivate strong relationships and demonstrate effective communication

strategies with parents regarding school expectations eg. uniforms,

attendance etc. to promote compliance

• Strictly observe and comply with Maple Bear policies and procedures, local,

legislative requirements, ordinances, customs and traditions

• Demonstrate compliance with all the matters and tasks related to the

administrative relationship and operational activities with authorities and

parents

• Organize the daily operations of the school including the development of all

schedules, staff responsibilities and student activities

Academic leadership

• Understand and ensure the effective implementation of Maple Bear teaching

methodologies and academic principles

• Become well versed in the local curriculum and be able to conform to local

education policies and regulations

• Support and motivate the school academic staff in the implementation of local

and Maple Bear curriculum

• Ensure required learning resources are available in classrooms

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• Ensure that the recommendations identified in the School Improvement Plan

are addressed and implemented in a timely manner

Communication and collaboration

• Effectively communicate the Maple Bear mission and values with all

stakeholders

• Communicate with parents about Maple Bear methodology, curriculum,

values and mission through open houses, newsletters and meetings

• Communicate with authorities and other stakeholders regarding licenses,

authorizations and local education requirements

• Collaborate and communicate with staff, suppliers, stakeholders, local and

state officials and all Maple Bear partners, including local franchisee and

MBGS

• Promote school activities through social media, newsletters etc. to promote

the brand and increase enrolment

• Support marketing strategies that promote the brand and generate new

enrolment through social media, campaigns and external providers

Staff Development

• Promote Maple Bear vision and collaboratively develop practices and

implement strategies with all staff to support the mission and vision of Maple

Bear

• Organize regular meetings with school staff to inform, discuss and review

school procedures and practices

• Develop a culture of mutual respect and support of all staff, students, parents

and community members

• Demonstrate respect and model strong ethics through actions and behaviour
• Create an atmosphere that understands and respects other cultures
• Promote and celebrate equity and diversity in the school
• Deliver a student-focused learning system in a safe, secure and stimulating

environment

• Develop and implement processes for the recruitment of staff, onboarding

and training

The role of the Centre Head is to lead the school in all administrative matters

including planning and organizing the daily operations and strategic direction

of the Maple Bear School. The Centre Head will the support the school staff

in the implementation of the local and Maple Bear curriculum while conforming

to local educational policies and regulations. The Centre Head will create a

positive and inclusive school culture that reflects Maple Bear mission and

values.

SKILLS

• A thorough understanding about education principles
• Serve as a role model for school team members
• Demonstrate leadership, management and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work under pressure and respect timelines
• Positive attitude, flexibility, adaptability and creativity
• Dedication to all responsibilities of the role
• Conflict management skills
• Strong computer skills and high comfort level with technology

QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous experience as a Centre Head or in a management role
• Previous experience in an education leadership role is an advantage

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