Position Description

As principal, and in accordance with the policies and practices in effect at the school board and the rules and regulations of the Ministère de l’Éducation du Québec (MEQ), you will be responsible for managing the pedagogical and administrative activities of the school, managing all its programs and resources and ensuring the quality of educational services in order to promote student success.

• Create, along with the school staff, a welcoming school culture, both stimulating and safe for all.

• Evaluate the needs and define the specific objectives of the school, considering the legal provisions as well as the orientations, policies and by-laws of the school board and the governing board.

• Coordinate the development, implementation and evaluation of the school’s Educational Project and Action Plan.

• Assist the governing board in the performance of its functions and powers, participate in meetings and implement the decisions of the governing board.

• Prepare proposals after consulting the staff concerned, or request, approve or refuse proposals or, failing proposals, make decisions and inform and/or consult the governing board as per the Education Act.

• Encourage concerted action between the parents, the students, the school team and all concerned, their participation in the life of the school and their collaboration in fostering academic success.

• Supervise, support and coach the vice-principal, as required.

• Manage, supervise and evaluate staff and trainees, determine their tasks and responsibilities in accordance with the provisions of the applicable collective agreements or ministerial regulations, and carry out the following duties:

  • Participate in the recruitment and selection of personnel;

  • Manage vacant positions, supply teachers and the replacement of absent staff;

  • Apply rules and standards regarding health and safety at work.

• Develop, implement and evaluate individualized educational plans for handicapped students or students with social maladjustments or learning disabilities.

• Establish staff assignments, manage and lead school staff, supervise and conduct performance reviews;

• Define the staff’s professional development needs and organize such activities.

• Prepare and manage the school budget, communicate the school’s needs to the school board as required, process orders and purchases to meet the school’s needs, and maintain an inventory of equipment.

• Establish, implement and evaluate the plan for the integration and use of information and communication technologies.

• Participate in the development and application of policies and regulations of the school board.

• Perform any other functions as established by the Quebec Education Act and any other functions requested by the school board.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Hold a graduate degree including a minimum of 30 credits in administration related to a senior staff position in a school or be currently enrolled in a graduate program with a minimum of six (6) credits already obtained;
• Hold a permanent teaching licence issued by the Ministère de l’Education du Québec (MEQ);
• Eight (8) years of successful teaching experience;
• Mastery of the English and French languages;
• Proficient in the use of information technology;
• Highly proficient in transformational and pedagogical leadership;
• In-depth knowledge of 21^st century learning theories and practices;
• Developed sense of politics.

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