The Thames Valley District School Board (TVDSB) is the fourth largest school board in Ontario and a major employer in one of Canada’s fastest growing regions. Our inclusive and diverse board serves 84,000 students and employs nearly 14,000 staff across the City of London, Elgin, Middlesex and Oxford Counties, Chippewas of the Thames First Nation, Munsee-Delaware Nation and Oneida Nation of the Thames. We offer competitive benefits including a pension program and comprehensive mental health and well-being support. Best of all, every role at TVDSB directly supports the success of children and families in YOUR community. Join TVDSB to build each student's tomorrow, every day!
LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITY
1.0 Learning Support Services invites applications from qualified Principals and Vice-Principals for the following position:
SYSTEM PRINCIPAL – SAFE SCHOOLS AND WELL-BEING
System Principal positions are typically for a four (4) year period, subject to funding. The successful candidate may be responsible for the following specific areas, or other areas as assigned, supporting Safe Schools and Well-Being:
A position summary outlining the responsibilities and qualifications for the System Principal role is attached.
2.0 Duties in this position are expected to commence 2025 January 01.
3.0 Interested Principals and Vice-Principals are invited to forward an application, (letter of interest, detailed resume and three (3) references) outlining their specific background, qualifications, experiences, and strengths pertaining to the position.
Completed applications must be scanned as a single pdf file and emailed to:
C/o Laurie Szymanski (l.szymanski@tvdsb.ca)
Dennis Wright, Superintendent of Student Achievement
Learning Support Services
Education Centre
No later than 4:00 p.m. on 2024 October 01.
Please note that it is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that the application is received by Learning Support Services on or before the deadline date.
4.0 The Thames Valley District School Board is committed to equity in employment. Our objective is to hire qualified staff who reflect the full diversity of our communities.
If you have a disability that requires accommodation to assist you with any aspect of the hiring process, please contact the Superintendent listed below.
5.0 Questions regarding the specific nature of the position should be directed to Dennis Wright, Superintendent of Student Achievement, Learning Support Services at dennis.wright@tvdsb.ca.
LEARNING SUPPORT SERVICES ROLE: SYSTEM PRINCIPAL
- POSITION SUMMARY
- A System Principal shall be responsible to the Superintendent(s) of Student Achievement, Learning Support Services/Organizational Support Services. As a member of the department team, the System Principal shall assist in the establishment of departmental policies and be accountable for development, implementation and review, supervision of staff and budgetary development and expenditures, as well as duties specific to the assignment.
2. AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
- 2.1 Resource for Schools (as appropriate)Provide leadership on system and Ministry directions to administrators and teachers.
- Promote and encourage teacher professional development that will assist schools in the implementation of effective School Improvement Plans.
- Provide Learning Coordinators and Teachers on Special Assignment with the support necessary to facilitate effective teacher professional development.
- 2.2 Resource for The System (as appropriate)Provide leadership and support in the development, implementation and review of department goals and initiatives.
- Plan for the implementation of Ministry mandated programs and objectives.
- Communicate system philosophy and goals.
- Liaise with associations, groups and provincial organizations as assigned.
- Identify needs and recommend appropriate action.
- Provide consultation, advice and assistance to the Supervisory Officers.
- Supervise department staff.
- Assist in the preparation, review and presentation of budget submissions.
- Oversee the distribution of necessary materials to schools.
- Perform and report other duties as assigned by Superintendent(s).
- REPORTS TO:
- Superintendent of Student Achievement – Safe Schools and Well-Being
- 4. QUALIFICATIONS/RELATED EXPERIENCEOntario Teacher’s Certification
- Specialist certification in a subject, or background service and experience directly related to Safe Schools and Well-Being
- Principal’s Qualification Program (PQP) 2
- Currently a Principal or Vice-Principal in a school board in Ontario
- Highly satisfactory teaching and administrative record required.
- High level of interpersonal, organizational and facilitation skills
- Advanced level of leadership in curriculum design, development, implementation, and review
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- TERM
- Four (4) year term, subject to funding
- LOCATION
- COMPENSATION / WORK YEAR
As per position of a School Administrator. Lieu time or additional compensation may be granted for extraordinary time/days worked