Commissioner of Education

Department of Education
Job Number: DHR00505 (170001)

Under the direction of the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Education, the Commissioner of Education is accountable for the administrative and instructional leadership and transformation of the Department of Education; including all public schools for the purposes of ongoing student achievement and improved student outcomes. The Commissioner of Education ensures the effective provision of academic, human resources and fiscal leadership through the implementation of innovative and high quality educational programmes, services and activities for principals, teachers and students that support the mission of teaching and learning in the public education system. These programmes, services and activities include curriculum development and support, assessment, special education, school improvement, leaderships and professional development, and accountability for meeting educational and other performance standards. In addition, the Commissioner of Education provides professional support to the Minister and Permanent Secretary of Education, to enable them to discharge their duties and responsibilities in respect to leading and managing the educational priorities of Government in an efficient and effective manner. The Commissioner of Education also prepares materials for the Board of Education and the Boards of Governors of schools on curriculum for schools; undertakes financial and human resources leadership; performs public relations and advisory duties within the Department; and liaises with the Board of Governors of schools and facilities communication and cooperation among them, and between them and the Department.

The post-holder must possess a Masters Degree or equivalent in Educational Administration together with a professional qualification in an education discipline. The post-holder must be registered with the Bermuda Educators Council or be eligible to be registered. The post-holder must possess a minimum of fifteen years relevant experience including ten years at a senior management level or equivalent experience is required for the post.

This position is being offered on a three-year term contract.

Qualified persons wishing to be considered for the post may apply online at www.govtcareers.gov.bm by the closing date of 8th October 2014.

GOVERNMENT OF BERMUDA
The Cabinet Office
Department of Human Resources
Ministry of Education & Economic Development