POSITION AVAILABLE DIRECTOR OF THE CLIMATE ACTION LEADERSHIP DIPLOMA COMMENCING 2025 ACADEMIC YEAR FULL TIME (INITIAL APPOINTMENT)

We are privileged to learn, work, and live on the traditional territory of the Sc’ianew (Beecher Bay) First
Nation.

Founded in 1974, Pearson College UWC stands as a beacon of hope and education with a mission to make education a force that unites people, nations, and cultures for peace and a sustainable future. Our mission comes to life as we empower students from diverse backgrounds to actively engage in creating a better world.

At Pearson, we are more than just an educational institution; we are a vibrant community of passionate individuals committed to fostering global understanding as a force for positive change. As one of 18 United World Colleges around the world, our students undergo a rigorous selection process involving over 150 National Committees worldwide. They are chosen not only for their academic potential but also for their demonstrated dedication to making a meaningful impact on the world. Moreover, the majority of our students receive substantial financial aid, ensuring that opportunities for transformative education are accessible to all.

Pearson College UWC is recruiting for a Director of Climate Action Leadership Diploma.

Reporting to: Head of College

Position Summary:

The Director of the Climate Action Leadership Program applies a vision and purpose in developing and implementing Pearson College UWC’s compelling, globally and locally resonant vision for educating stu- dents leaders. The successful candidate will lead all aspects of the program design, development and implementation for the Climate Action Leadership Diploma (CALD) and is responsible for the overall student experience in the program. Utilizing the IB Career-Related Program as its base, the Climate Action Leadership Diploma empowers our diverse cohort of student at a pivotal moment in their lives to find their place, power, and purpose as they explore “seeing” the world through Indigenous and non-Indigenous lenses.

This role will support students and faculty by teaching and providing pedagogical leadership in the program implementation and evaluation. In addition, the Director of the Climate Action Leadership Program will work closely with the Education Leadership Team, Director of Admissions, and the Advancement and External Relations team to communicate the goals and outcomes of the program to broaden its impact and reach both internally and externally.

Responsibilities

• Strategic leadership of the program’s ongoing development and growth
• Pedagogical leadership in the program implementation and evaluation
  - Ensuring coherence and continuity between the program elements
  - Leading the team in the use and development of the competency-based assessment framework and the effective communication of learning achievements
  - Convening and facilitating ongoing program review/improvement meetings
• Coordination of the IB Career-Related Program to ensure continuity of delivery and that students meet the requirements of the Careers-Related Studies (CRS), the IBCP Core and their DP courses
• Teaching within the CALD program or other IB courses related to subject matter expertise
• Continuing to embed Indigenous knowledge systems and perspectives within the CALD program development and delivery, with a focus on nurturing and expanding collaborative relationships with Elders and Indigenous community members to support reconciliation and cultural understanding
• Integration of the CALD students in the wider Pearson experience, promoting CALD activities and opportunities that benefit the whole school
• Support for CALD student recruitment and cohort building, IB course selection, and post-secondary entry in collaboration with the Director of Admissions, Deputy Head – Academics, Counsellor(s), etc.
• Development and oversight of the CALD program budget
• Contribution to program communication and outreach in collaboration with the Advancement and External Relations team
• Exercising leadership in scaling and sharing the impact of the CALD beyond the UWC and IB communities through initiatives and outreach, including but not limited to the CALD Competency Framework
• Stewarding and cultivating community, regional, and global partnerships, including collaborative relationships with post-secondary institutions, the UWC movement, the IB, and other mission-aligned organizations

Qualifications

• Experience leading a collaborative team in solving a complex creative challenge in an education or climate-related context
• Experience leading a project with multiple timelines to completion in a multi-stakeholder environment
• Experience with program design, delivery, and evaluation at an educational institution
• Experience teaching within the IB curriculum or a comparative externally examined advanced level course of study for high school students.
• International experience or appropriate experience to prepare for working with a diverse population of students from over eighty countries, some coming from very difficult realities.
• Demonstrated expertise and strong understanding of Indigenous knowledge systems, including cultural practices, histories, and community dynamics, with a commitment to fostering respectful collaboration and inclusion.
• Qualifications and experience to serve as a leader in one of the College’s creative, action or service activities, which are integral to Pearson College’s educational model and approach to experiential education.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to collaborate and build partnerships and relationships.
• Excellent organizational and planning skills, an ability to differentiate and prioritize tasks appropriately and work towards critical deadlines.
• A compassionate agent for change with skills in active listening, written, and oral communications.
• A class four driver’s license or the willingness to obtain one.

Compensation & Organization

This is a full-time, 3-year fixed-term position, running from August 2025 to July 2028. The position is based at Pearson College UWC in Metchosin, British Columbia, approximately 40 minutes from downtown Victoria. Compensation for this position is based on qualifications, experience, and the current collective agreement salary scale, which ranges from $61,673.31 to $107,519.64. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled and are reviewed daily. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada and pass a criminal record check. Résumés and a cover letter can be emailed to careers@pearsoncollege.ca. In their cover letters, applicants should explain how their background and experience align with the mission and values of Pearson College UWC.

As an inherent part of our United World College values, Pearson College UWC is actively committed to Anti-Racism, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in our living, learning and work environments. In pursuit of our values, we seek individuals who will work respectfully and constructively with differences and across levels of privilege and power. We encourage applications from individuals belonging to minority groups, including but not limited to Indigenous peoples, LGBTQ+ individuals, women, and those with diverse backgrounds or experiences. Your unique perspective is valued and contributes to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace.