Meezan School is a non-profit, community-based religious school located in the City of Guelph. Our school provides a comprehensive education for students from Junior Kindergarten through Grade 8.
We are looking for a qualified, enthusiastic, and dedicated full-time Principal to lead our school and oversee its day-to-day academic and administrative operations. The successful candidate will work closely with teachers, staff, students, parents, and the school community to create a positive, safe, and engaging learning environment.
If you are passionate about education, enjoy working with students and teachers, and are committed to helping our school community succeed, we would love to hear from you!
Duties
- Provide leadership and direction to the school community.
- Oversee the day-to-day academic and administrative operations of the school.
- Supervise, support, and evaluate teaching and administrative staff.
- Develop and maintain a positive, respectful, and well-managed school environment.
- Ensure that teaching and learning practices align with the Ontario Curriculum and applicable educational requirements.
- Monitor student achievement, progress, attendance, and well-being.
- Support teachers with lesson planning, assessment, classroom management, and instructional practices based on the Ontario Curriculum.
- Oversee the preparation, review, and completion of student report cards.
- Ensure report cards accurately reflect student achievement and progress in relation to Ontario Curriculum expectations and are completed on time.
- Communicate with parents and guardians regarding student progress, behaviour, and school-related matters.
- Address student, parent, and staff concerns in a fair and timely manner.
- Organize staff meetings, professional development, school events, and other activities.
- Promote collaboration and professional growth among teachers and staff.
- Maintain accurate student, staff, and school records.
- Develop and implement school policies and procedures.
- Work with the school administration and board to establish and achieve school goals.
- Promote the values and educational mission of Meezan School.
- Ensure the school provides a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment for all students.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field.
- Valid teaching certification or licence.
- Previous teaching and school leadership or administrative experience.
- Strong knowledge of the Ontario Curriculum, assessment, and effective instructional practices.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to supervise, support, and motivate staff.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Ability to effectively manage student behaviour and resolve conflicts.
- Commitment to student success and well-being.
- Experience working with diverse student populations is an asset.
- Commitment to the values and mission of Meezan School.
What We Are Looking For
The ideal candidate is a caring, organized, and dedicated educational leader who enjoys working with students, teachers, and families and is committed to creating a positive school environment where every student can learn, grow, and succeed.
Pay: $55,000.00-$65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Experience:
- teaching: 1 year (preferred)
- management or administrative: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person
