Stephanie Davies
Sidney,Canada
Summary
I am a highly motivated, passionate lifelong learner who leads with energy, vision, and purpose. I thrive on fostering a collaborative, team-oriented approach that supports growth, sustainability, retention, and wellness across an organization.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice-Principal
Royal Bay Secondary School, School District 62
08.2024 - Current
- Responsibilities of this position include shared administrative responsibilities, leading adult learning, supporting students behaviorally, social emotionally, and academically.
- Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards.
Principal
DP Todd Secondary School, School District 57
08.2020 - 01.2024
- The responsibilities of this position include supervision of over 80 staff members in a school of close to 800 students from grade 8-12. This position also included leading staff and students in all aspects of the district strategic plan. Interviewing, recruiting, investigations, Work Safe compliance and wellness were a significant part of the day to day responsibilities.
- Developed strong relationships with stakeholders to foster trust, collaboration, and commitment to shared goals.
- Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration, and related activities.
- Managed budgets and resources efficiently to ensure optimal allocation of funds for school programs and initiatives.
- Managed employee relations, investigating and resolving conflicts to maintain a positive work environment.
Vice Principal
College Heights Secondary School, School District 57
04.2020 - 07.2020
- Responsibilities of this position mainly involved supporting staff and students through the first few months of COVID and online learning.
Vice Principal
Duchess Park Secondary School, School District 57
08.2016 - 04.2020
- Responsibilities of this position included multiple levels of school leadership as well as student discipline, and support of student academics. Worked closely with Principal and Vice Principal partner while supporting and working with Teaching and CUPE staff.
- Implemented programming to support staff retention.
- Supported staff learning and training in diversity and inclusion practices.
Acting Principal
Duchess Park Secondary School, School District 57
09.2019 - 02.2020
- Responsibilities of this position included multiple levels of school leadership as well as student discipline, and support of student academics. Worked closely with Principal and Vice Principal partner while supporting and working with Teaching and CUPE staff
- Trained new administrators
- Responsible for staff coaching, discipline and compliance
Teacher
Duchess Park Secondary School, School District 57
09.2017 - 10.2019
- Responsibilities of this position included teaching and leading 60 grade 10-12 students in a leadership class that supported students at Duchess Park as well as throughout the district.
Counselor
Tumbler Ridge Secondary and Tumbler Ridge Elementary, School District 59
09.2015 - 06.2016
- School Counselor at Tumbler Ridge Secondary and Tumbler Ridge Elementary, Position included Personal and academic counseling.
- Developed and facilitated group therapy sessions for increased social support and skill-building opportunities.
- Supported individuals dealing with mental health and emotional issues.
- Developed and implemented personalized treatment plans for improved mental health outcomes.
Teacher
Tumbler Ridge Secondary School, School District 59
09.2009 - 06.2016
- Taught grades 8-12 in various subjects including but not limited to Core French, Social Studies, Hockey (Physical Education), Home Ec., English, and Media Arts.
Teacher – Grade 2/3
Tumbler Ridge Elementary School, School District 59
04.2009 - 06.2009
- Taught a grade 2/3 split class for a teacher on a leave.
Education
Master of Arts - Counseling Psychology
Yorkville University
Fredericton, NBBachelor of Arts -
University of Northern British Columbia
Prince George, BC05.2009
Skills
- Strong verbal and written communication
- Proficient decision maker
- Very coachable
- Responsive to shifting needs
- Proactive
- Effective team collaborator
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
· Participated in Budget Review Team for reallocation of funds for SD62 2025/2026 school Year
· Co-chaired the "Connecting Leaders" conference in Vancouver for the BC Principals and Vice Principals Association, October 2024
· Participated in Management Competencies Collaborative Pilot Program – August 2023 – June 2024
· Prince George Principals and Vice Principals Association Professional Development Representative. August 2019-2024
· Collaboratively organized Developing Leadership for educators in School District 57. (Coaching and developing programing towards leadership) – August 2018-July 2024
· Completed “4 Essential Roles of Leaders” - November 2022
· Organizer of yearly District Leadership Retreat 2021-2024
· Supported Educators in working on their professional growth around Truth and Reconciliation (2022-2024)
· Leading a Culture of Learning – BCPVPA 2016/2017
· Coach approach to Leadership (Bradley and Buckley) 2018-2019
Timeline
Vice-Principal
Royal Bay Secondary School, School District 62
08.2024 - Current
Principal
DP Todd Secondary School, School District 57
08.2020 - 01.2024
Vice Principal
College Heights Secondary School, School District 57
04.2020 - 07.2020
Acting Principal
Duchess Park Secondary School, School District 57
09.2019 - 02.2020
Teacher
Duchess Park Secondary School, School District 57
09.2017 - 10.2019
Vice Principal
Duchess Park Secondary School, School District 57
08.2016 - 04.2020
Counselor
Tumbler Ridge Secondary and Tumbler Ridge Elementary, School District 59
09.2015 - 06.2016
Teacher
Tumbler Ridge Secondary School, School District 59
09.2009 - 06.2016
Teacher – Grade 2/3
Tumbler Ridge Elementary School, School District 59
04.2009 - 06.2009
Master of Arts - Counseling Psychology
Yorkville University
Bachelor of Arts -
University of Northern British Columbia