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PRINCIPAL AND VICE-PRINCIPAL POOL | Sudbury CDSB | Apply By: April 15, 2024

PRINCIPAL AND VICE-PRINCIPAL POOL


The Board is seeking collaborative, exemplary school leaders. We are interested in candidates who demonstrate practices that are consistent with the Boards mission, vision, and values, as well as evidence of success in the components of the Ontario Leadership Framework and the accompanying Personal Leadership Resources.


The Pool will be maintained for both Elementary and Secondary positions which may become vacant at any time. Successful candidates will remain in the pool for up to one (1) year upon date of appointment to the pool. Candidates will be assigned to positions based on system and school needs.


Essential Qualifications

  • Principal Qualification Program Parts 1 and 2 (PQP)
  • Religious Education Part II or equivalent

(Please note: Candidates who have not yet fulfilled all requirements may be considered. Please ensure that you include the steps, including timelines that you are undertaking to complete all requirements for the position).


Other Qualifying Experience

Le Conseil s’attend à ce que la direction de l’éducation et secrétaire-trésorier :


  • A clear vision of the mission of a Catholic school and an ability to inspire, challenge, motivate and empower others to carry the vision forward.
  • Leadership positions/opportunities including but not limited to: Teacher in Charge, Acting Principal, Acting Vice-Principal, Consultant, and other system assigned positions.
  • Demonstrated experience in creating safe, inclusive, equitable, learning environments that are free from discrimination.
  • Evidence of on-going participation in their own professional learning program.
  • Positive interpersonal relationships with staff, students, families and other members of the school community.
  • The demonstrated ability to view challenges and issues from a system perspective and apply decision making considerations/recommendations that take into account the organization as a whole.
  • Highly developed problem-solving and conflict resolution skills, a well-defined sense of diplomacy and a flexible approach.
  • A demonstrated commitment to working with others to close the achievement gap through effective instructional practices and an understanding of the use of data to improve student learning, including a strong understanding of effective assessment practices and differentiated instruction.
  • A positive, fair and effective approach to discipline.
  • Knowledge and experience in addressing the needs of all students, including an understanding of the IPRC process.
  • Well-developed oral and written communication skills.
  • Well-developed personal leadership resources including: optimism, self-efficacy, resilience, proactivity and systems thinking.
  • A commitment to French as a Second Language learning and to creating a whole school environment that promotes all facets of the FSL program, including culture, oral and written communication.
  • French-as-a-Second Language and/or the ability to communicate in French and Special Education Part 1 are an asset.

Additional Information

Conditions of Employment: A satisfactory police record check including the vulnerable sector and the completion of the Ministry of Labour Supervisor Health and Safety Awareness in 5 Steps training (available on-line).


Interested applicants apply online at sudburycatholicschools.simplication.com no later than 12:00 p.m. on Friday April 15, 2024. Please include the following documents:


  • An updated résumé, cover letter and a copy of the OCT Certificate of Qualification
  • The Catholic Pastoral Reference for a Leadership Position Form (Appendix 1) or a priest reference letter
  • Your most recent performance appraisal
  • Two professional letters of recommendation, one of which should be your current supervisor

We actively encourage applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity including, but not limited to: First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples; members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, colour or place of origin; persons with visible and/or invisible (physical and/or mental) disabilities.


In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information is being collected under the authority of the Education Act and will be used for employee recruitment and selection purposes. For questions about this collection of information, please contact Human Resources Services at (705) 673-5620.


If you require a disability-related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, or if you have questions about this collection of information, please contact Human Resources Services at (705) 673- 5620.


All applicants are thanked for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.


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Director, Special Education and Success for All | Ministry of Education | Apply by : April 17, 2024

Director, Special Education and Success for All


Organization: Ministry of Education
Division: Student Support and Field Services Division
City: Toronto
Language of Position(s): English
Job Term: 1 Permanent
Job Code: XEXE2 - Executive 2
Salary:$130,930.00 - $178,580.00 Per Year
Posting Status: Open Targeted
Job ID: 213522


Are you ready to lead impactful change in the education sector, supporting the achievement and success of students with special education needs? The Ontario Ministry of Education invites passionate and visionary leaders to apply for the position of Director, Special Education and Success for All. This is a unique opportunity to shape evidence-based policies and programs that directly impact children in the educational system that are receiving special education services.


As the Director, you will be at the forefront of developing evidence-informed policies and practices to support successful educational outcomes for students with special education needs. Your leadership will extend to financial supports, accountabilities, and cross-collaboration efforts, aligning with stakeholders and partners to address issues requiring policy responses. You will navigate complex issues with a focus on achieving positive outcomes. Your role will be pivotal in ensuring horizontal policy integration for inter-ministry initiatives that serve children and youth with disabilities or special education learning needs.


The Director will lead a high performing team to work collaboratively with external partners, other levels of government and internal partners across the ministry and government to provide client-focused services. The Director will also work with their leadership team and staff to advance innovation, creative problem-solving, and best practices in policy development for special education. As a member of the ministry's senior leadership team, this Director will be accountable for advancing employee engagement and wellbeing, and upholding a diverse, inclusive, accessible, and respectful workplace where every employee has a voice and the opportunity to fully contribute.


An effective leader in the Ontario Public Service (OPS) is responsible, innovative and collaborative. A responsible leader is someone who demonstrates authenticity, accountability, and courage in how they interact with others. An individual who models ethical behavior, and who is honest and capable of making difficult choices. An innovative leader is someone who leads with common purpose, embraces positive disruption, and has a future mindset. An individual who inspires others, values continuous learning, and encourages development and integration. A collaborative leader focuses on helping others to grow, drives people-centered outcomes and promotes an environment of inclusivity. A leader who consistently works to confront bias and systemic barriers while understanding the importance of creating a more diverse and accessible workplace.


OPS Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Anti-Racism:

The OPS is an innovative, responsive, and accountable public service that works hard to be diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable. Diversifying leadership teams is a top OPS priority with the goal to achieve parity with the Ontario labour force by 2025 for the most underrepresented groups (Indigenous, racialized and persons with disabilities) in leadership positions.


To advance this goal, the OPS is collecting socio-demographic information that will help to address potential barriers and achieve equity in hiring. You are requested to complete the voluntary survey and contribute to building a more diverse, anti-racist, inclusive and accessible OPS.


The OPS invites all interested individuals to apply. As an organization that promotes equity and diversity, the OPS encourages applications from Indigenous, Black, racialized, and persons with disabilities. The OPS offers employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontario's Human Rights Code. A dedicated team of employment accommodation specialists are available to discuss individual accommodation needs and ensure the hiring process is inclusive and free from barriers. Contact them at ExecutiveAccommodations@ontario.ca if you require an accommodation to participate in the recruitment process. All information discussed related to accommodation will be kept confidential.


Visit the OPS Anti-Racism Policy, the OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint and the Multi-Year Accessibility Plan to learn more about the OPS commitment to advancing racial equity, accessibility, diversity and inclusion in the public service.


What can I expect to do in this role?

Reporting to the Assistant Deputy Minister, the Director, Special Education and Success for All will:


  • Provide operational, evidence-based special education policy leadership by directing the implementation of the ministry's strategic frameworks, policies, and programs for students with special education needs across the K-12 publicly funded provincial education system.
  • Support and monitor special education policy and program implementation in the K-12 education system.
  • Build and foster positive relationships with District School Boards in Ontario.
  • Maintain stakeholder relationships and awareness of emerging issues and opportunities. Provide policy and program information, expertise, and interpretation in support of issues management.
  • Provide expertise to other branches of the ministry to ensure that issues associated with special education are considered and addressed.
  • Develop extensive partnerships and relationships with executives in other jurisdictions to investigate options and successes to maintain best practices and innovative approaches to work for the branch.
  • Advance a culture among colleagues and staff that prioritizes collaboration, engagement, inclusion, equity, accessibility, excellence, and well-being.

How do I qualify?

Leadership
  • You are a seasoned policy leader with demonstrated abilities in leading and influencing people, while promoting improved program delivery and policy development.
  • You are an inclusive leader who fosters and creates a culture of diversity, inclusion, accessibility, anti-racism, and equity in the workplace.
  • You demonstrate resiliency and have experience leading and motivating high-performing and multi-functional teams in a fast-paced, highly visible, and demanding environment, while promoting employee wellbeing and engagement.
  • You demonstrate political acuity and can effectively brief and deliver strategic and confidential advice to the senior leaders and various other stakeholders.
  • You have a strong track record of building credibility with staff, stakeholders, and partners.
  • You have experience working through human resource and labour relations issues.
  • You optimize utilization of fiscal and material resources, build the capacity of teams and leverage strengths to achieve key outcomes.
  • You are experienced in change management and have a track record of championing the adoption of innovative methods and technologies that drive true transformative business practices and solutions and taking measured and appropriate risks related to innovation.
Relationship Management and Political Acuity
  • You have a proven track record of fostering collaborative internal and external relationships to promote a seamless integration of policy/program design and service delivery.
  • You are an effective communicator, negotiator and consensus builder who is able to work collaboratively with colleagues and stakeholders to advance shared priorities and manage complex issues.
  • You have demonstrated ability to communicate complex issues and details to a diverse range of audiences, including senior decision-makers, clients and members of the public.
  • You can independently build and manage relationships with external partners and stakeholders based on transparency, accountability, and trust.
  • You have a high degree of integrity and political acuity to manage complex issues within the context of multiple interests, and with high public profile and scrutiny.
  • You anticipate and respond to politically sensitive situations.
  • You can work collaboratively across divisions, ministries, levels of government, and/or with external partners to advance innovative initiatives and continuous service improvements.
Job Knowledge
  • You have knowledge of policies and legislation related to disabilities and special education needs for children and youth in Ontario.
  • You have expert knowledge of strategic policy development and program delivery, within a government context.
  • You can determine long-term issues, problems and opportunities and develop sound strategies and plans to address special education issues.
  • You are a policy professional with demonstrated experience planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating the effectiveness of public policy initiatives.
  • You have demonstrated critical analysis and research skills to assess and act on sensitive and high-profile policy issues.
  • You have experience in engagement, consultation, and negotiation methods, techniques and best practices; new and emerging trends in communications (e.g., social media and the government's vision) to manage the development and implementation of stakeholder, Indigenous and key partner relations and communications strategies and to support ministry initiatives.
  • You have experience working through Strategic Planning Process submissions.
  • You are adept at managing multiple competing priorities.
  • You are a confident public speaker and presenter able to engage a wide variety of audiences effectively.

Additional Information:


Address: 1 English Permanent, Toronto, Toronto Region
Compensation Group: Executive
Schedule:  
Category: Executive
Posted on: Wednesday, April 3, 2024
Note:  

  • The OPS uses multiple methods to assess candidates for executive positions; these may include resume screening, interviews, assignments, psychometric assessments, simulations and reference checks.
  • The salary reflected above has been adjusted and the new salary range for this position is $130,930 to $180,360.

How to apply:

  • 1   You must apply online by visiting www.ontario.ca/careers. You must enter the job ID number in the Job ID search field to locate the job ad.
  • 2   Your cover letter and résumé combined should not exceed five (5) pages.
  • 3   Customize your cover letter and resume to the qualifications listed on the job ad. Using concrete examples, you must show how you demonstrated the requirements for this job. We rely on the information you provide to us.
  • 4   OPS employees are required to quote their WIN EMPLOYEE ID number when applying.
  • 5   If you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, contact the Executive Recruitment Unit at careersexecutive@ontario.ca.

Applicants to this competition may also be considered for other executive opportunities within the OPS.


All external applicants (including former employees of the Ontario Public Service) applying to a competition in a ministry or Commission public body must disclose (either in the cover letter or resume) previous employment with the Ontario Public Service. Disclosure must include positions held, dates of employment and any active restrictions as applicable from being rehired by the Ontario Public Service. Active restrictions can include time and/or ministry-specific restrictions currently in force, and may preclude a former employee from being offered a position with the Ontario Public Service for a specific time period (e.g. one year), or from being offered a position with a specific ministry (either for a pre-determined time period or indefinitely). The circumstances around an employee's exit will be considered prior to an offer of employment.


Remember: The deadline to apply is Wednesday, April 17, 2024 11:59 pm EDT. Late applications will not be accepted.


We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for further screening or an interview will be contacted.


All Ontario Public Service external job advertisements are posted in English and French. To confirm the language requirements of a job, check the "language of position" information at the top of each job ad. For all positions, candidates will be assessed in English, the business language of the Ontario Public Service. For English/French designated bilingual positions, candidates will also be assessed through French-language proficiency testing.


Toutes les offres d'emploi externes de la fonction publique de l'Ontario sont affichées en anglais et en français. Pour connaître les exigences linguistiques, vérifiez les renseignements sur la « langue du poste » figurant dans le haut de chaque offre d'emploi. Pour tous les postes, l'évaluation des candidates et candidats se fera en anglais, la langue usuelle de la fonction publique de l'Ontario. En ce qui concerne les postes désignés bilingues, la maîtrise du français des candidates et candidats sera également évaluée.


The Ontario Public Service is an inclusive employer.
Accommodation is available under the Ontario's Human Rights Code.


Note: The only website where you can apply on-line for positions with the Ontario Public Service is
http://www.gojobs.gov.on.ca


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DIRECTION DE L’ÉDUCATION ET SECRÉTAIRE-TRÉSORIER DU CONSEIL | Appliquer : 17 avril 2024

DIRECTION DE L’ÉDUCATION ET
SECRÉTAIRE-TRÉSORIER DU CONSEIL
Numéro du poste : NONS 04 23 24 VP


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Le CSC Nouvelon offre une éducation catholique de langue française reconnue pour son excellence. Avec près de 5 650 élèves répartis dans 37 lieux d'enseignement dont 27 écoles élémentaires, 9 écoles secondaires et le Carrefour Option+ (école secondaire offrant également des programmes d’éducation permanente), le CSC Nouvelon offre un milieu propice à l’apprentissage et un programme éducatif de qualité, de la petite enfance à l’âge adulte. Il compte quelque 1 600 employés et se compose de 12 conseillers scolaires et 2 élèves conseillers.


Situé au cœur d’un territoire dynamique et à grande proportion francophone, le CSC Nouvelon occupe une place de choix parmi les conseils scolaires de langue française en Ontario et au Canada français. Le territoire du CSC Nouvelon englobe les communautés de Chapleau, Dubreuilville, Espanola, Grand Sudbury, Hornepayne, Michipicoten, Rive Nord, Sault Ste-Marie et Sudbury-Est.


Le CSC Nouvelon promeut l’équité, la diversité et l’inclusion en milieu de travail.


Tel que précisé dans la politique GOU 19.0, la direction de l’éducation cumule les fonctions d’agent de supervision en chef et le chef de service administratif du Conseil qui l’emploie et fait office de secrétaire-trésorier. Son autorité relève directement du Conseil et elle assume le leadership en matière d’éducation catholique de langue française, de planification stratégique, d’établissement des priorités annuelles et assure la gestion organisationnelle et financière du Conseil.


Le Conseil s’attend à ce que la direction de l’éducation et secrétaire-trésorier :


  • ait une vision avant-gardiste de l'éducation catholique de langue française fondées sur des attentes élevées;
  • soit un leader mobilisateur tant sur le plan pédagogique qu’administratif axée sur l'atteinte de résultats clairs et précis qui favorisent la réussite et le bien-être des élèves et des employés et la vitalité des écoles et du Conseil;
  • soit un leader visible dans chacune des communautés scolaires desservies par le Conseil;
  • fasse preuve d’astuce politique et ait une connaissance approfondie en gouvernance;
  • soit un agent de changement qui inspire et motive les membres du personnel à se dépasser;
  • soit fier et engagé envers la culture et à la communauté francophone et catholique, et
  • détienne des habiletés interpersonnelles et des compétences langagières supérieures.

QUALIFICATIONS ET EXPÉRIENCE RECHERCHÉES

  • Maîtrise;
  • Membre en règle et carte de compétences de l’Ordre des enseignants et des enseignantes de l’Ontario (OEEO);
  • Brevet d’agent de supervision de l’Ontario;
  • Spécialiste en enseignement religieux ou s’engage à l’obtenir;
  • Minimum de dix (10) années d’expérience à responsabilité croissante dans des postes de leadership en éducation dont cinq (5) années d’expérience comme surintendant(e) de l’éducation.

SALAIRE ANNUEL : Selon le Régime de rémunération des cadres supérieurs du CSC Nouvelon


LIEU DE TRAVAIL : Siège social, Sudbury


DATE D’ENTRÉE EN FONCTION : À déterminer


PRÉSENTATION DE DEMANDE
Veuillez faire parvenir votre demande en ligne en cliquant ici
au plus tard à 16 heures, le mercredi 17 avril 2024 à l'attention de :
Suzanne Salituri, présidente du Conseil


DOCUMENTS D’APPUI QUI DOIVENT ACCOMPAGNER LA DEMANDE D’EMPLOI


  • Une lettre de présentation accompagnant votre curriculum vitae en français avec la notation confidentielle;
  • Une copie de vos diplômes;
  • Une copie de votre certificat de qualification et d’inscription de l’OEEO;
  • Une description de votre engagement communautaire et de vos réalisations en éducation;
  • Conformément à la Loi sur l’information municipale et à la protection de la vie privée, le formulaire d’autorisation de références professionnelles doit être dûment complété en cliquant ici.
  • Toutes autres pièces justificatives pertinentes au poste.

À NOTER


  • En vertu du paragraphe 24(1) du Code des droits de la personne de l’Ontario, le CSC du Nouvelon, a le droit de préférer, en matière d’emploi, des candidats de langue française catholique.
  • En vertu du Règlement 521/01 et tel qu’amendé par le règlement 322/03 et de la politique du CSC Nouvelon, toute personne employée par le conseil scolaire doit fournir un relevé de ses antécédents criminels ne dépassant pas six mois avant d’entrer en fonction. Il s’agit d’une condition essentielle d’emploi.
  • Dans le respect de la Loi de 2005 sur l’accessibilité pour les personnes handicapées de l’Ontario, le CSC Nouvelon rend disponible des mesures d’adaptation durant son processus de sélection.

Veuillez noter que les personnes retenues pour les entrevues seront appelées à compléter des tests psychométriques dans le cadre du processus de sélection.


Nous remercions tous ceux ayant indiqué un intérêt pour ce poste, cependant nous communiquerons
uniquement avec les gens qui seront convoqués aux entrevues.


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Superintendent of Education | Yukon | Apply By: April 20, 2024

Superintendent of Education


About Us

The Department of Education Schools Division is a team committed to delivering high- quality, inclusive and experiential education to students across the territory. We provide collective leadership to 20 Yukon Education elementary and secondary schools and programs in the territory, ensuring each school community is supported in providing the best learning experience to every student. We partner with Yukon First Nations governments and collaborate with various education stakeholders, including school councils, families, non-governmental organizations and others to strengthen our education system.


Yukon First Nations governments are an important partner in the governance of the territory, and their traditional territories cover almost all the land in the Yukon. There are 14 Yukon First Nations and several transboundary Indigenous groups who have traditional territory in the Yukon. Yukon First Nations ways of knowing, doing and being are integral to our school communities and student learning. Yukon Education schools provide experiential learning programs with a Yukon First Nations lens. Our work is guided by implementing actions that embrace diversity, equity and inclusion.


About the Role

As Superintendent of Education, you will play a pivotal role in steering educational leadership and strategic direction across Yukon's school system, including focusing on the unique challenges and opportunities presented by rural programming. Reporting to the Assistant Deputy Minister, Schools Division in the Department of Education, this role is instrumental in the collective governance of schools within the territory. Responsibilities encompass a wide range of activities from the planning and development of educational strategies, policies, and budgets to leading the effective implementation of initiatives within the schools.


Organizational responsibilities for the Superintendent include oversight of staffing in schools, and ensuring the schools' goals and objectives are communicated effectively to education councils, First Nations, principals, and community stakeholders. By fostering a collaborative team environment, the Superintendent ensures the efficient and effective delivery of educational programs and services, thereby enhancing the educational experience for students and communities throughout the Yukon.


The Superintendent collaborates with Yukon Education staff on system-wide learning initiatives, curriculum implementation and assessment programs, including participating in evaluations to assess their effectiveness and identify areas for improvement. Through these efforts, the Superintendent of Education ensures that the Yukon's public school system remains responsive to the needs of its communities and that learning communities are created where every student can learn in a good way.


About the Candidate

The successful candidate for the Superintendent of Education position will be a visionary leader who is committed to promoting academic excellence, equity, and inclusivity within Yukon Education. The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of a Master's degree in Education or a closely related field. Applicants must demonstrate significant experience in educational leadership roles, with a preference for experience in diverse educational settings. Strong leadership skills, political acumen, excellent communication skills, and an understanding of curriculum development and managing school budgets are essential. The candidate should be adept at strategic planning, staff development, advancing inclusive learning practices, and fostering partnerships.


To apply for this key role in territorial administration, submit your application to Phelps by clicking: https://bit.ly/3x2oVvX


Application deadline: April 20th, 2024


This is a Sensitive Position and a satisfactory Criminal Record Check, along with a clear Vulnerable Sector Check are required.


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Director of Education and Secretary-Treasurer to the Board | DCDSB | Apply By: May 10, 2024

DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION AND SECRETARY-TREASURER TO THE BOARD


The Durham Catholic District School Board (DCDSB) is seeking a dynamic, visionary, and experienced Catholic leader who has demonstrated exceptional commitment to the important mission and ministry of Catholic education as its new Director of Education and Secretary-Treasurer to the Board. The effective date of the appointment will be on or before September 2, 2024 – to be mutually negotiated in concert with the Board.


Reporting to the board of eight (8) elected trustees, the Director will work with a dedicated senior administrative team and staff across the system to advance the Board’s Mission: “to be an inclusive Catholic learning community that inspires every student to achieve their full potential through faith and education”, and its compelling Vision and Values through the successful execution of the Board’s 2023-2026 Strategic Plan – Inspire 2026, and responsible implementation of the board’s budget. For further information about DCDSB, visit: www.dcdsb.ca.


The successful candidate will be an inspiring Catholic leader who demonstrates a strong commitment to Gospel values, the teachings of Christ and the Catholic Church. They will bring an outstanding record of achievement, including depth and breadth of experience, vision, and credentials, with the ability to lead a large, complex Catholic school board in Ontario. They will have the ability to effectively communicate at all levels to continue to build upon strong internal and external relationships and partnerships. They will champion the Board’s strategic priorities of supporting faith and well-being, advancing human rights and equity, and improving student learning while utilizing an open, engaging and highly collaborative style of leadership.


A detailed candidate profile for the role is currently under development. In the interim, requests for further information on the Board and/or position can be obtained by contacting Jordene Lyttle at Jordene.lyttle@promeus.ca or (416) 409-4185 or Michael Nasello at michaelnasello7@gmail.com or (705) 772-3022 directly.


Candidates are ultimately asked to submit (in a single PDF if possible): a detailed cover letter and résumé; a one-page statement of personal philosophy of Catholic Education; a list of four references (who will not be contacted without prior consent); and a current, written pastoral reference letter to resumes@promeus.ca, quoting project #DCDSB2024 before 12:00 p.m. on May 10, 2024. All applications and inquiries will be treated as confidential.


Promeus Inc. and DCDSB are committed to employment equity, diversity and inclusion. We actively encourage applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, without exception. An inclusive, barrier-free selection process is ensured, and accommodation measures are availa


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