Assistant Principal – Secondary School

Geosam Capital; Montreal; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuous training

Well-being culture

Pension plan

Group insurance

Vacation and leave benefits

Job summary

Marguerite-Bourgeoys School Service Centre in Montreal, QC is seeking an Assistant Principal for secondary education. You will influence student journeys, support pedagogical leadership, and drive initiatives to improve graduation rates and well-being.

The role emphasizes collaboration with teachers, parents, and community partners, while managing resources and school climate. A strong foundation in education and leadership is required.

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of adolescent and school realities in secondary education.
• Strong pedagogical leadership and team mobilization skills.
• Ability to adapt in diverse and complex environments.
• Developed priority management and decision-making abilities.
• Collaborative approach focused on student success and well-being.
• Five years of teaching experience.
• Commitment to training leading to a graduate diploma (DESS) within five years.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development and implementation of the educational project and the success plan of the institution.
• Support and mobilize teaching staff in the continuous improvement of pedagogical practices.
• Ensure the management of resources (human, financial, and material).
• Participate in managing the school climate, behaviors, and student life.
• Collaborate closely with parents and community partners.
• Contribute to the decision-making of the governing board and ensure follow-up of orientations.

Skills

Pedagogical leadership

Team mobilization

Adaptability

Priority management

Collaborative approach

Student well-being

French language proficiency

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education

Teaching Certificate

Job description

Start Date: 2026-06-22

Responsibilities

Be part of our wonderful team, come build the future with us!

Join our team and help make a real difference in secondary education! A strategic role… where everything happens for teens!

Being an assistant principal in secondary education is not just about managing day-to-day operations: it’s about directly influencing the journey, motivation, and success of hundreds of students.

In this key role, you will be at the heart of the action to:

Increase success and graduation rates
Through targeted interventions, strong pedagogical leadership, and decisions that have a real impact.

Navigate the vibrant reality of adolescence
Motivation on a rollercoaster, behavioral challenges, engagement to stimulate… you will be a pillar for students and teams.

Create a positive, safe, and inclusive school climate
Because an environment where students feel good is an environment where they learn better.

Support and develop school teams
By guiding them in pedagogical practices adapted to a diverse and constantly evolving clientele.

Orchestrate the complexity of secondary education
Varied programs, multiple profiles, different realities: you enjoy when things are dynamic and require finesse in decision-making.

Join a committed team and contribute concretely to the success, graduation, and well-being of adolescents.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development and implementation of the educational project and the success plan of the institution;

• Support and mobilize teaching staff in the continuous improvement of pedagogical practices;

• Ensure the management of resources (human, financial, and material) in line with the CSSMB's orientations;

• Participate in managing the school climate, behaviors, and student life;

• Collaborate closely with parents and community partners;

• Contribute to the decision-making of the governing board and ensure the follow-up of orientations.

Requirements

• A deep understanding of adolescent and school realities in secondary education;

• Recognized skills in pedagogical leadership and team mobilization;

• A strong ability to adapt in diverse and complex environments;

• A developed sense of priority management and decision‑making;

• A collaborative approach focused on student success and well‑being.

• Possess five (5) years of teaching experience.

Candidates must ultimately commit to a training process leading to the attainment of a graduate diploma (DESS) with a minimum of thirty credits in management or school administration to be completed within five years following the assignment.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Education - Requirement

Qualifications

• Teaching Certificate - Requirement

Languages

• Spoken French - High - Requirement

• Written French - High - Requirement

Benefits

• Leave for family obligations and many more
• Continuous training
• The CSSMB promotes a culture focused on well‑being and balance. Disconnect to reconnect better!
• Enjoy structured support: An experienced person is present for you during the first three years of integration into the role;
• Diverse recreational programs and employee discounts
• Employee assistance program
• Reimbursement for training and development activities
• Defined benefit pension plan (RRPE) that ensures predictable and stable income during retirement
• Group insurance plan
• Six (6) weeks of vacation after one year of work and two (2) weeks of leave during the holiday season

We thank you for your interest in the Marguerite-Bourgeoys School Service Centre. Please note that all applications will be processed and we will contact those who match the desired profile.

We also subscribe to an employment equity program and therefore invite women, Indigenous peoples, members of visible minorities, ethnic minorities, and persons with disabilities to submit their applications.

All our employees are subject to the Act respecting the laicity of the State and the Education Act (LIP). This law provides, among other things, for the prohibition of wearing religious symbols for anyone in contact with students.