Freedom International School: Website
Position Type: Full Time
Pay Range: $55,000 - $65,000
Application Deadline: June 15, 2025
Position Start Date: 2025-26 school year, exact date tbd
How to Apply: Please forward a cover letter and resume to finance@fiswpg.net
For more information, please contact: Dorothy McInnes
Job Description
Freedom International School (FIS) is seeking a dedicated, humble and visionary leader to serve as Principal for the 2025-26 academic school year. FIS is a registered charity in the heart of Winnipeg’s West End serving newcomer and former refugee youth, ages 12-23, providing specialized, trauma-informed, accredited middle and high school education in a Christ-centered environment. We are a small, close-knit Christian school whose students are predominantly newcomers to Canada. Like other independent schools, we are partially funded by the Manitoba government. As our tuition fees are extremely low, we also rely heavily on donations. Working at our school tends to be rewarding, challenging, changeable, and fun - often in the same hour. We are a group of Jesus followers seeking to use our skills and resources to be a blessing to our community!
The ideal candidate will be a committed follower of Christ who is trauma-informed, an experienced educator, a dynamic leader and has experience coming alongside newcomers. The Principal has board delegated authority and responsibility to serve newcomer youth and their families as they settle into their new home in Canada through wise leadership of staff as they provide holistic, Christ-centred, differentiated education. The Principal is expected to embody the pursuit of the vision and mission of the school while managing the school’s resources with integrity.
Job Requirements
Requirements:
Valid MB teaching certificate- Master’s degree in education or a related field is an asset
Minimum of five years of teaching experience; experience teaching English as an Additional Language and experience with newcomers are assets
Proven track record of effective leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills- Understanding of the financial requirements of an Independent School
Principal or Vice Principal experience is an asset- Acceptance of the FIS Statement of Faith and Vision
Key Characteristics and Competencies:
Deep personal faith in Christ; commitment to living out biblical principles in personal and professional life.
Strong leadership abilities to inspire and motivate staff and students alike.
Excellent communication skills for effective interaction with students, parents, staff, and the community.
Proficiency in budgeting to manage school finances responsibly.
Problem-solving skills to address challenges within the school environment effectively.
Organizational skills to manage multiple tasks efficiently while maintaining attention to detail.
Posted: May 1, 2025