Vice-Principal Pool
Posted 18 hours ago
Employer:
Algoma District School Board
Location:
Regional
Job Type:
Full Time, Temporary
Industry:
Education
Job Description
Applications are now being accepted for the following position:
Elementary & Secondary Vice Principal Pool - Central, East and North
Preference will be given to applicants who currently hold their Principal Qualifications Program PQP parts 1 and 2. Applicants who have not yet completed their PQP Qualifications must commit to completing: Part 1 by September 2026, Part 2 by September 2027
The Algoma District School Board is seeking candidates for placement in a Vice-Principal “ready to hire” pool. Candidates in the pool will receive ongoing leadership development. Candidates will be considered for any vacancies or temporary placements during the school year. Candidates will have the opportunity to remain in the hiring pool, based on a year-end debrief.
As an effective educational leader, you will have demonstrated ability in the following five domains, as per the Ontario Leadership Framework:
Setting Directions (ie. building a shared vision, fostering the acceptance of group goals, sets and communicates high performance expectations)
Building Relationships and Developing People (ie. fostering genuine, trusting relationships with staff, students, families, communities to work in the best interests of all students)
Developing the Organization (ie. building a collaborative culture that connects the school to the wider environment)
Leading the Instructional Program (ie. setting high expectations for learning outcomes, monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of instruction)
Securing Accountability (ie. creating conditions for student success, ensuring students benefit from a high quality education, accountable to goals in the school improvement plan)
Required Skills & Role
Successful candidates will also demonstrate a strong commitment to the mission, vision and values of the Algoma District School Board and possess a sound knowledge of Ministry and Board initiatives as well as the Ontario Leadership Framework. Preference will be given to candidates who have demonstrated leadership and/or who currently hold a leadership position with a Board.
How to Apply
Candidates wishing to apply are requested to submit (written in Times New Roman, 12-point font):
A cover letter (maximum of 2 pages) outlining:The candidate’s vision of educational leadership
How their leadership experiences (i.e. at classroom/school/system level) have prepared them for the role of vice-principal
A current résumé/curriculum vitae (2–3 pages) that includes:qualifications and OCT number
education and other work experiences, volunteer workprofessional learning and training within the last 5 years.
Applications must be received by 3:00 p.m. on Friday, May 8, 2026 and are to be emailed to: Sarah Foglia foglias@adsb.on.ca with subject line: VP Pool Application
Company Information
As a teaching and learning organization, the Algoma District School Board exists to help all learners reach their fullest potential as “confident learners, caring citizens.” We are dedicated to providing a pathway for every learner in a public education system that is open, accessible and welcoming to all. Through our strategic priorities of Achievement, Well-being and Engagement, as well as character education, our students develop a sense of respect and responsibility for themselves and others while becoming caring citizens who respect diversity, contribute to society and who actively engage in making their schools and communities safe, healthy and caring places.
The geographic area served by the Algoma District School Board encompasses communities along the north shore of Lake Huron from Spanish to Sault Ste. Marie and along the east coast of Lake Superior from Sault Ste Marie to Wawa and includes Hornepayne, Chapleau and Elliot Lake.
The Algoma District offers quality of life particularly for outdoor enthusiasts. Surrounded by freshwater lakes, rivers and streams and mixed forests of coniferous and deciduous trees, this four seasons playground provides immediate access to magnificent scenery. The area is rich in history featuring sites of ancient native significance and offers both land and water access for exploration of historic voyageur routes. Creative arts and culture are important components of our communities with many active theatre groups and internationally acclaimed artists.