BACKGROUND:

We are the Anishinaabeg of Deshkan Ziibiing, also known as Chippewas of the Thames First Nation. We call ourselves Anishinabek, which means the original people. We are known as the Ojibway, a Nation of the Algonquin language family who originally migrated to the Great Lakes area from the north-eastern region of North America. Our political alliances are with the Odawa (Ottawa) and Bodaywadami (Pottawatomi), who form the Three Fires Confederacy. We have a modern air-conditioned school with a full-sized double gym, outdoor track, a full cafeteria and a new library. Class sizes are small and well stocked with current resources, a SmartBoard and ample access to current technology.

PURPOSE & SCOPE:

To provide effective educational leadership, the principal must have a good knowledge of First Nation people and their community. The incumbent requires knowledge of the educational system, learning and socialization process, attitudes, values, aspirations and expectations of First Nation people.

REPORTING PROTOCOL:

The principal reports to the Director of Lifelong Learning.

JOB DUTIES:

• Providing counselling to students resulting from social, attendance, and behavior situations.
• Providing the general organization of the school, its programs, educational staff, as well as administrative staff functions which pertain to liaison between the school and the Board.
• Acting as a liaison for agencies in the community, such as Social Services, Health Department, Youth Justice, Social Development and other agencies outside this community.
• Overseeing the co-ordination of a regular schedule of approved and co-curricular activities; ensuring that all teachers are involved in a minimum of two extra events.
• Conducting examinations and/or tests as required by the Board for the promotion of pupils or any purpose, and to report the progress of the pupil to his/her parents or guardian.
• Assisting the Board in the development of curriculum relevant to the school program.
• Organizing, in collaboration with the staff, the program of courses and instructions approved by the Board of Education, including implementing approved cultural-based curriculum.
• Administering the school program in accordance with Board guidelines.
• Working cooperatively with the Education Counsellor(s) to ensure that the best and most appropriate use of time is used to meet the needs of students as defined by the Special Education team, Education Board, school administration and parents.
• Visiting classrooms on a regular basis to supervise and observe methods of instruction and to the work and progress of students.
• In collaboration with staff, planning and evaluating with respect to objectives, curriculum, teaching, and effectiveness of the school’s instructional programs.

If you come work for us, these are some things to expect:

• Competitive salaries
• We provide comprehensive benefits through CINUP which are 100% paid for
• The ability to register with our pension plan after 6 months of employment
• In the summer, staff can complete an AQ of their choice and be reimbursed up to $685.00

Current conditions of employment based on our Nations mandates:

• A recent police check, including the vulnerable sector, will be required once a candidate is selected.

Hours of work: Monday-Friday 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM