Full fluency in English (reading, writing, speaking)
Previous experience in School Leadership and Campus management
Bachelor's Degree in Teaching, Education Management, or related field
Approachable and friendly demeanor with a positive attitude
Detail-oriented with a 'can-do' mindset
Experience living, working, or studying abroad is a plus
Full working rights in Canada
Team Leader who empowers and motivates campus teams
Additional languages are a plus
Responsibilities
Ensure compliance with EF policy and local accreditation standards
Act as an inspirational leader, empowering staff and promoting professional development
Set clear goals and KPIs for team performance, tracking progress and driving results
Analyze cost drivers and manage budgets to maintain profitability
Ensure health, safety, and duty of care for all students and staff
Deliver exemplary customer service and resolve issues promptly
Monitor accommodation capacity and maintain facilities to high standards
Negotiate with suppliers and collaborate with external partners
Support sales objectives and maximize in-school sales opportunities
Be available for weekend work during peak times and share emergency phone duties
Benefits
Discounts on EF programs for staff and their friends and family
Free access to EF Hello, a premium language learning app
Tuition reimbursement for continued education
Opportunities for domestic and international career advancement within 2-3 years
And much more...
Full Job Description
Job Description
School Director
Vancouver Campus
As a School Director, you oversee all campus operations and staff, ensuring students have a safe, enjoyable, and high-quality experience abroad.
Leading the Vancouver Campus team, you manage daily operations, staff development, and student welfare while maintaining EF's standards of excellence. The role also involves budget and facility oversight, close collaboration with global sales offices, and strong partnerships with external suppliers. The School Director reports directly into the Director of Operations for Canada.
Your key responsibilities will include:
Compliance & Policy: Ensure best practices are followed at all times in line with EF policy, local accreditation standards, and criteria.
Leadership: Act as an inspirational, forward-thinking, and dynamic leader; empowering staff in their roles; and ensuring effective management and professional development.
Performance Management: Set clear team and individual goals / KPIs, track progress, and drive results through strong team engagement and accountability.
Financial & Operational Management: Analyze cost drivers to maintain profitability; manage budgets and capacity effectively; and grow revenue and service areas across campus.
Safeguarding & Welfare: Take responsibility for the health, safety, and duty of care of all students and staff, ensuring policies are followed.
Customer Service: Deliver exemplary service, meet student feedback targets, and ensure timely resolution of issues, complaints, and disciplinary matters.
Accommodation & Facilities: Monitor residential and homestay capacity for seasonal and long-term growth and maintain facilities and residences to a high standard.
Supplier & Partner Relations: Negotiate effectively with suppliers and collaborate with external partners to meet agreed service standards.
Sales & Revenue Growth: Liaise with EF's global sales network to support objectives; oversee in-school sales to maximize opportunities and exceed targets.
Flexibility & Additional Duties: Be available for some weekend work during peak times and share responsibility for the emergency phone duties.
What We're Looking For:
Full fluency in English (reading, writing speaking)
Previous experience in School Leadership and Campus management
A Bachelor's Degree in: Teaching, Education Management, or other related field
Someone who is approachable, friendly, and handles challenges with positivity!
Detail-oriented with a 'can-do' attitude
Experience living, working, or studying abroad is a plus!
Full working rights in Canada
A Team Leader who will empower an motivate our amazing campus teams
All additional languages are a plus!
What EF offers:
Discounts on EF programs for Staff, and Staff Friends and Family for all EF Programs
Free use of EF Hello: a premium Language Learning App
Tuition Reimbursement for continued Education
Exciting opportunities for domestic and international career advancement within 2-3 years
And much more...
Compensation: The salary range for this role is $85k to $100k based on experience.
Ready to make a difference while having fun? Apply now!
