Superintendent of Education

Located on the traditional lands of the Saugeen Ojibway Nation, Bluewater District School Board spans 8,673 square kilometres and is one of the largest employers in Bruce and Grey Counties, with approximately 3,700 permanent and casual staff. We are deeply committed to fostering inclusive, respectful, and equitable learning environments for over 18,800 students from diverse backgrounds.

Nestled in a region known for its close-knit rural communities and small-town charm, Bluewater offers a peaceful lifestyle with convenient access to urban centres such as Owen Sound, Kitchener-Waterloo, and London—providing an ideal balance between tranquility and connectivity.

Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the area's scenic trails, sandy beaches, winding rivers, and welcoming communities, making Bruce and Grey Counties a truly exceptional place to live, work, and grow.

We welcome passionate individuals who value diversity, collaboration, and community to join us in shaping a vibrant and inclusive future for all learners.

Superintendent of Education (Temporary)

Bluewater District School Board invites applications for the position of temporary Superintendent of Education, for the period of January 5, 2026 to June 30, 2026, with a possibility of extension. We are seeking a creative, dynamic, and committed educational leader to join our executive team.

Superintendents of Education in Bluewater District School Board demonstrate their commitment to the priorities of the board's Multi-Year Strategic Plan by ensuring and promoting the well-being of students and staff, quality education and learning experiences, and alignment of resources for student success. As exemplary instructional leaders, Superintendents of Education possess superior interpersonal, communication, collaborative decision-making and team-building skills. Applicants must demonstrate their ability to support the improvement of student achievement and well-being while working as part of multi-disciplinary teams of staff, trustees, parents, and community members. A commitment to equity and provision of leadership to administrators in creating inclusive and instructionally effective learning environments that support achievement and well-being for all students must be demonstrated.

The successful candidate should have proven skills or related experience in the following areas: instructional leadership; educational politics and policy; educational leadership and finance; social impacts and roles within school settings and larger community; organizational and change theory; and personnel management.

Please be advised that this process is open to internal and external candidates.

To apply, candidates are required to submit a letter of application (maximum of two pages) and resume (maximum of three pages). Please provide the names of three professional references with authorization to contact under the terms of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

Candidates must hold Academic Supervisory Officer Qualifications under the Education Act and its regulations; internal candidates actively working toward completion may be considered, provided they commit to attaining full qualifications by December 31, 2026.

Application Process:

Interested and qualified applications should submit a letter of application and complete resume to the attention of Director's Assistant/Corporate Services Supervisor Crystal Myles through ApplytoEducation no later than 4:00 p.m. on November 25, 2025. Interviews for this position will be held at the Bluewater District School Board Education Centre on December 9, 2025.

Apply online using Apply to Education (ATE) at (all fees for the ATE application process are covered by the Bluewater District School Board) .

Should applicants require assistance in registering for Apply to Education (ATE), they may contact the ATE Help Desk at or

Interested candidates should direct their questions to:

AJ Keene, Director of Education

Bluewater District School Board

Applicants are thanked in advance for their interest; however, only those who have been short-listed for an interview will be contacted.

Equity

Bluewater District School Board is committed to fostering a safe and supportive learning environment for all students and staff.

Accommodation

Bluewater District school board is committed to providing accommodations in the workplace and for candidates who have temporary or permanent disability, or who otherwise require accommodations based on the protected grounds highlighted in the Ontario Human Rights Code in respect to the recruitment and selection process.

Wellness

Bluewater District School Board is committed to providing a respectful and healthy work environment.