Superintendent of Education: K-12

YORK CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD

**Superintendent of Education**: K-12

**Position Summary**:
Under the general direction of the Director of Education, the Superintendent of Education: K-12 provides leadership in the strategic planning, development, implementation, evaluation and continuous improvement to produce the most enabling learning environment for students at York Catholic District School Board.

**Major Responsibilities**:
?Ensure that Catholic education is being promoted and celebrated throughout the Board.

?Through collaboration with the Senior Strategic Leadership Team, implement Ministry of Education policies, guidelines, standards, initiatives and mandates as they pertain to Assessment and Curriculum.

?Exercise leadership in the development, implementation, review and refinement of equitable accountable programs and services that support the Board’s Multi-Year Strategic Plan.

?Provide significant input into the Board’s Equity and accountability plan, by defining equity priorities and outcome measures.

?Manage, motivate and lead a team of educational professionals to provide an inclusive learning environment for all students.

?Participate in the development of the Board's policies, programs and strategic plans through various Councils and committee meetings to review educational goals and objectives.

?Establish and maintain constructive communication and effective working relationships with various internal and external stakeholders, as well as establish partnerships with community agencies.

?Support the development and deployment of anti-racism and anti-oppression programs within the York Catholic District School Board, at the CEC and within schools.

**Qualifications and Experience**:
?Part III of the Religious Education Course (equivalency or commitment to completion of same or another approved program (ex. The Catholic Leadership Program offered at St. Michael’s University of Toronto).

?A participating member of a Catholic worshiping community as attested by a parish priest.

?Positive recommendations from the appropriate Supervisory Officer.

?A Master’s degree that is an acceptable university degree (M.Ed. or M.A.).

?A minimum of twelve years of successful experience in education, with seven years in a permanent teaching position and five years in the position of Principal.

?A minimum of eight years of successful experience in education - seven years as a permanent teacher and a minimum of one year in the role of Vice Principal.

?Minimum of seven years of successful teaching experience in a permanent position.

?Part I of the Special Education Course or the Special Education for Administrators AQ Course.

**Skills and Competencies**:
?Outstanding leadership skills, demonstrated in a variety of positions of responsibility.

?A clear understanding of the Board’s Strategic Plan, Mission/Vision Statements, and Values.

?Ability to lead a diverse, inclusive, and high performing team, displays courageous leadership and ability to drive accountability.

?A high degree of integrity and demonstrated experience communicating complex and sensitive information to various stakeholders.

?Demonstrated ability to improve student achievement, equity and well-being.

?Qualifications/training in anti-racism /oppression/ CRRP/human rights and equity

?Superior interpersonal, communications and political acumen skills.

?Has a demonstrated track record of successful program delivery.

?Demonstrates a sense of urgency in delivery of services to students and parent communities.

**Attributes**:
?Dedication to Catholic education with a continuing desire and effort to develop and foster in staff and students a Christian community based on the Catholic faith.

?Participating member of a Catholic worshiping community as attested by the pastor.

?Demonstrate a commitment to the preservation and strengthening of publicly funded Catholic education.

?A demonstrated commitment to equity and well-being for students and staff.

Commitment to Equity

YCDSB is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an environment of diversity and employment equity and is dedicated to creating a workplace culture of inclusiveness that reflects the diverse communities that we serve.

We are proud to have built a culture that thrives on idea-sharing and collaboration, always finding ways to continue to create a warm, welcoming and inclusive work environment. We are committed to being an equitable employer, providing an inclusive environment for a diverse workforce, including but not limited to, women, persons with visible and invisible disabilities, Indigenous persons, and ethnic visible minorities.

Accessibility

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Mission Statement

Guided by Gospel Values and Catholic Virtues, in partnership with home and Church, we educate and inspire all students to reach their full potential in a safe and caring environment.

Vision Statement

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