06 Nov
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The Bishop Strachan School
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Winnipeg
06 Nov
The Bishop Strachan School
Winnipeg
For more than 155 years, The Bishop Strachan School has empowered talented girls to grow into fearless women, equipped with intellectual curiosity, adaptability, and compassion to navigate the world. As an inclusive, non‑profit institution, we are dedicated to educating students from Junior Kindergarten through Grade 12. Launched in January 2023, we set out to educate more female leaders and we have made a great deal of progress since that launch. Join BSS and be a part of inspiring girls to be fearless and educating them to be leaders. The Technology Department Head will work to further develop the School’s culture of making and displaying that makes Technology learning visible and includes; process work, finished work and high quality visual and written documentation. The further development of the culture of making will be supported through student access to labs both during and outside of class time. The Department Head will also extend opportunities for students to learn from and with experts by building a program that includes access to a range of industry experts. Lead and implement a strategic vision for technology, design technology and computer science learning that enriches the Ontario curriculum. Advises on Junior School technology learning aligned with the Ontario Curriculum and the Grades 7 to 12 program. Further develops the whole school’s culture of making and displaying that makes technology learning visible and includes; process work, finished work and high quality visual and written documentation, student access to labs both during and outside of class time. Collaborates and consults with teachers in the development and implementation of transformative learning, through and with technology,
that aligns with our Culture of Powerful Learning approaches to learning, including multidisciplinary, project-based, as well as design thinking where applicable. Continually expands the department members’ understanding and application of evidence informed technology pedagogies. Shares with and engages parents/guardians in the exciting technology initiatives being run at the school. Oversees the development and expansion of technology co‑curricular activities such as hackathons, summer programs and the Robotics and Rocketry programs. Collaborates with Research and Learning Common Specialist on generative artificial intelligence and other emergent technologies to ensure faculty use in their classes. Oversees the review, development and implementation of Ministry aligned curriculum and assessment appropriate for each phase of learning and course. Observes department members’ classes and provides constructive feedback and coaching for effective instruction and assessment. Supports the development and sharing of coherent and transparent lesson, unit and long range plans, feeding into Scope and Sequence for each course in the department. Contributes to aspects of the scheduling and timetabling for the Middle and Senior School. Authentically embeds diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging into all processes. Provides guidance,
support and leadership to the School’s design technology technicians, including the Staff Growth process and professional learning Works with Junior School faculty and leadership, Science Department Head and M&SS; faculty to ensure that STEM learning is visible and includes; process work, finished work and high quality visual and written documentation, student access to labs both during and outside of class time Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to pedagogy, in particular those models related to inquiry and equity Have a vision for the integration and use of technology to enhance the curriculum A growth mindset of continuous improvement and learning Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment Proficiency in Brightspace, Google Suite and Microsoft Office trust and integrity, collaboration, flexibility and adaptability, initiative, community focused and strong communication skills . Our employees are lifelong learners and apply these core competencies in all aspects of the school environment. Extensive health and dental benefits package BSS is a full participant in the Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan Use of on‑site fitness center Professional Learning opportunities And a chance to be part of a outstanding community Rates are set to increase for the 2026–2027 academic year. BSS Values Diversity: We believe that diversity in our school fosters a rich, inclusive and creative environment. We are actively engaged in building a more diverse school and encourage all qualified applicants to apply. Interested applicants should visit our website and click Apply Now.
📌 Technology Department Head (Winnipeg)
🏢 The Bishop Strachan School
📍 Winnipeg