Vice-Principals - External

EXTERNAL POSTING
BLUEWATER DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD
INVITES APPLICATIONS
FOR
VICE-PRINCIPAL POSITION(S)
(BWDSB) is dedicated to creating a list of dynamic leadership candidates who are qualified for Vice-Principal positions. Applications are welcomed from innovative, collaborative, and change-focused educators and system leaders, particularly those who bring diverse perspectives and experiences. BWDSB is committed to fostering a work environment that embraces human rights, anti-racist, and anti-oppressive approaches to leadership. Successful candidates will be placed on a leadership list for a two-year period and may be contacted as opportunities become available. Qualified individuals from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply, and applicants may choose to self-identify as members of equity-deserving groups, including but not limited to Indigenous peoples, racialized communities, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals. Self-identification is voluntary and will be used to help strengthen our equity and inclusion practices.

Bluewater District School Board is committed to its outlining our commitment to safe supportive learning communities, quality education, and aligning resources for student success.

As one of the area's largest employers, BWDSB has approximately 3,700 permanent and casual employees who serve 18,800 students and families across 8,673 square kilometers within Bruce and Grey Counties on the traditional lands of the Saugeen Ojibway Nation.

Join us in creating a brighter, more inclusive future for our students and communities and discover what Bluewater District School Board has to offer Your unique perspective and commitment to equity and social justice can significantly impact the lives of our learners.

Salary
: $129,649 – $140,482, per the 2025 Provincial Vice-Principal Salary Grid

Qualifications

• Candidates must be certified to teach at the elementary and/or secondary level and be current members, in good standing, with the Ontario College of Teachers (OCT).
• Applicants must also hold both Parts I and II of the Principal's Qualification Program (PQP).

Asset
s

• Expertise in implementing achievement plans that support student learning and well-being
• Experience working as an instructional leader who fosters positive relationships within the school community
• Strong background in school operations, building relationships, and developing inclusive and equitable learning environments
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and conflict resolution skills
• Leadership experience in promoting culturally relevant and responsive pedagogy (CRRP), universal design for learning (UDL), and addressing the ongoing impact of colonization on students
• A dynamic approach, enthusiasm, and the ability to work as part of an accountable district-wide leadership team

Interviews will be held in person
on
Monday
,
February 9
, 202
6
, at the Bluewater District School Board Education Centre.

Apply online via Apply to Education (ATE):
.
Please Include

• Resume and cover letter
• Three professional references including current supervisor (with written permission to contact)
• Proof of completed post-secondary education and/or relevant certifications

Closing date for applying is
Mon
day
,
January 12
,
202
5
,
at
1
2
:
00
p
.m.
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

We thank everyone for applying, however, only applicants who will be moving forward in the selection process will be contacted.
Equity
Bluewater District School Board is committed to fostering a safe and supportive learning environment for all students
and staff
and
abides by
equitable hiring practices to engage qualified staff who reflect diversity
.
We actively seek to eliminate barriers to participation in our recruitment and selection processes
.
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.
Applicants are encouraged to self-identify and notify Human Resources Services if
accommodations are
needed during the recruitment process.
Wellness
Bluewater District School Board
prioritize
s
a respectful and healthy work environment
for all
.