Principal Pool: Catholic Elementary School

London District Catholic School Board; London; On-site; CAD 132,000 - 161,000; Full time

Job summary

London District Catholic School Board in Ontario invites applications for the Principal pool: Catholic Elementary School. We are the fastest growing board in the province, educating about 28,500 students across 44 elementary schools and 9 secondary schools, with several new schools pending.

Qualifications include Ontario School Principal's Certificate – Part 1 (preferred) or in progress, Part 2, Religious Education or Equivalent, and Special Education requirements.

Qualifications

• Five years of in-person teaching experience in the elementary panel is required.
• Demonstrated leadership experience at a school or system level is required.
• Ontario School Principal's Certificate – Part 1 completed or in progress (preferred) or Part 2 completed/in progress.
• Internal candidates should have completed Leadership Series program or be enrolled in it.

Skills

In-person teaching experience

Leadership experience

Principal certification

Religious Education

Special Education

Leadership Series

Education

Ontario School Principal's Certificate – Part 1

Part 1 Religious Education or Equivalent

Part 1 Special Education or Special Education for Administrators AQ

Leadership Series participation

Job description

Invites applications for the position of

Principal Pool: Catholic Elementary School

We are seeking qualified Catholic elementary school educators to join our Principal pool. We are the fastest growing school board in the province and one of the largest employers in the region, with nearly 5,000 staff working together to educate approximately 28,500 students. We currently have 44 elementary schools and 9 secondary schools, with several new schools pending.

Qualifications

• Ontario School Principal's Certificate – Part 1 completed (preferred) or in progress as of the start date of an appointment and Part 2 completed, in progress or a commitment to take it. The Board may consider exceptional candidates who have the requisite requirements met to commence PQP part 1 upon appointment to the pool.
• Part 1 - Religious Education or Equivalent (required). Specialist (preferred).
• Part 1 - Special Education (required) or Special Education for Administrators AQ (preferred).
• Internal candidates must have completed our Leadership Series program or be currently enrolled. The LDCSB has revised the expectations for our Catholic Leadership Journey through our Leadership Series programs to ensure our leaders fully understand the level of expectation and accountability required to be a successful leader in our board.

Experience

• A minimum of five (5) years recent in-person teaching experience in the elementary panel is required.
• Demonstrated leadership experience at a school and/or system level.

Application Process - Deadline: October 2 at 4:00 pm

In accordance with Board Policy (G 2.4), Selection and Appointment of Principals and Vice Principals, applicants who meet the above qualifications are required to provide a complete application to be considered.

• Cover letter and current resume
• Completed self assessment tool ( Self-Assessment Tool )
• Commitment to Catholic Education for Aspiring Leaders form ( Commitment to Catholic Education )
• External candidates must provide a copy of their Roman Catholic Baptismal Certificate
• Applicants are to provide the names and contact information of two professional references, one being the applicant’s immediate supervisor.

Late (received after 4:00 p.m. on October 2) and/or incomplete applications will not be considered.

The Board reserves the right to interview only those deemed ready for promotion.

Salary and Terms

In accordance with the current Terms and Conditions for Principals and Vice Principals, the starting salary for principals effective September 1, 2026, is $146,505.

Accommodation

The LDCSB is committed to equity and inclusion in the recruitment of qualified staff who reflect and support the diverse perspectives, experiences and needs of our students and school communities. All hiring decisions will be fair, consistent, transparent, and made in accordance with applicable laws, including the Ontario Human Rights Code. Hiring decisions must respect the denominational rights of the school board. If you require accommodation to enable your participation in the interview and selection process, we will work with you to meet your needs. Please advise the Board when contacted for an interview that accommodations will be required.

Successful external candidates will be required to provide an original Police Record Check-Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) as a condition of employment at the time of appointment. Please note that the VSC must be dated within 6 months of the date of acceptance of employment.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.