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PARTNERSHIP POSTING Alberta Assessment Consortium (AAC) Position Executive Director Location AAC Office Edmonton, Alberta (hybrid work opportunities available; regular in-office attendance required) Start Date June 15, 2026, or a mutually agreed-upon date Term 12 months Compensation Negotiated with the successful candidate Application close date 12:00 p.m., Monday, April 27, 2026 About the Position The Executive Director provides strategic and operational leadership to advance the vision and mandate of the Alberta Assessment Consortium (AAC). The role promotes AACs resources and services, fosters partnerships with education stakeholders, and oversees the development of high-quality, curriculum-aligned classroom assessment resources and professional learning. The Executive Director manages the administration and budget of the Consortium and reports to the AAC Board of Directors. The role supports AACs objectives and membership growth within a complex educational environment. This senior leadership position is offered on a personal service contract or secondment basis. The role is based in Edmonton and is a 12-month appointment, with start of term and compensation negotiated with the successful candidate. Hybrid work opportunities are available; however, regular in-office attendance in Edmonton is required. About AAC The Alberta Assessment Consortium (AAC) began in 1992 as a grassroots collaboration among Alberta education leaders. It is a membership-funded, not-for-profit organization providing an independent and informed voice on student assessment. AACs four core purposes are to advocate for sound, research-based classroom assessment practices; build assessment literacy through research and inquiry; develop high-quality, curriculum-aligned assessment resources; and enhance teacher and leader capacity through professional learning. AAC supports effective classroom assessment practices that improve student learning across Alberta. Advocates for sound, research-based classroom assessment practices Builds assessment literacy through research and inquiry Develops high-quality, curriculum-aligned assessment resources Enhances teacher and leader capacity through professional learning Learn more about us at the AAC website. Key Responsibilities Promote AAC''''s vision, resources, and services Liaise with education partners, other learning consortia, stakeholders, member boards, and teachers to build networks, linkages, and partnerships Direct the development and delivery of high-quality, Alberta curriculum-aligned classroom assessment materials, products, and resources Provide visionary leadership in developing high-quality, classroom assessmentfocused professional learning for teachers, school leaders, and system leaders Oversee the administration and budget of the Consortium Report to the AAC Board of Directors Advance AAC''''s objectives within a complex educational environment Identify opportunities to grow AACs membership base Ideal Candidate Demonstrate strong leadership qualities consistently in complex educational settings Proactively resolve problems and foster a sense of teamwork Exhibit excellent oral and written communication, and apply strong interpersonal skills to build and maintain productive relationships Work collaboratively as a leader with a variety of educational stakeholder groups in a generative and solution-focused manner Think and act strategically Leverage experience in not-for-profit or small business management (asset) Use current educational research to inform professional learning and program planning to improve student learning outcomes Qualifications Masters degree in Education (or in progress) with a focus on Curriculum or Educational Policy Studies Permanent Alberta teaching certificate (or eligibility) Proven experience applying knowledge of the Alberta educational context, sound assessment practices, and adult learning principles Proven experience in a school-based and/or jurisdiction leadership role Experience leveraging management skills in a not-for-profit or small business context is an asset Location & Term Edmonton, Alberta (hybrid work; regular in-office attendance required) Term: 12 months, on personal service contract or secondment Start date: June 15, 2026 (or mutually agreed date) How to Apply Please submit your curriculum vitae, references, and a statement of beliefs about classroom assessment to: Katie Graham, Chair, Alberta Assessment Consortium Executive Committee, [email protected] For More Information Contact Katie Graham, Chairperson of the Alberta Assessment Consortium Executive Committee, at [email protected] EEO We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Only shortlisted applicants will be notified. #J-18808-Ljbffr