Elementary Principal Pool

Job Description

About Us

The Halton Catholic District School Board (HCDSB), in partnership with home and Church, is an inclusive and equitable learning community dedicated to providing excellence in Catholic education by developing Christ-centred individuals enabled to transform society. A provincial leader in student achievement, Halton Catholic District School Board provides exceptional educational experiences and services to over 36,000 students of all ages across our 48 elementary schools, 10 secondary schools, and 3 continuing education facilities, serving the wider Catholic communities of Burlington, Halton Hills, Milton, and Oakville.

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COMPETITION #: PVP07-2025-26

POSTING DATE: Monday, February 2, 2026

CLOSING DATE: Friday, February 27, 2026

LOCATION: Catholic Education Centre

SALARY RANGE: $ 144,696.00 - $ 158,024.00

Basic Qualifications

• Seven (7) years successful teaching/administrative experience
• Teaching experience of two divisions and/or specialized areas within the school system
• Certificate of Qualification and Registration in good standing from the Ontario College of Teachers (OCT)
• Master of Education (preferred)
• Special Education, Part 1 (preferred)
• Addressing Anti-Black Racism to Change Pedagogy and Practice, Part 1 or equivalent (preferred)
• Completed Principal’s qualifications according to Regulation 298: Section 9 (Principal’s Certificate Part I and Part II or equivalent) prior to beginning assignment
• Completed Religious Education Specialist or equivalency (i.e., Master of Religious Education)
• Completed Modules I & II of the Board’s current or equivalent
• Committed to, or completion of, Equity and Inclusion Training Part I, with a commitment to complete Part II within the first year of appointment
• Pastoral Reference for a Leadership Position in Catholic Education (dated within the last twelve months)
• Recommendation from your current supervising Superintendent of Education

• Acting Principal, Vice-Principal, Consultant
• Strong commitment to concept of Catholic School Community
• Demonstrated experience in identifying and addressing systemic barriers to equitable educational outcomes for all students
• Demonstrated experience in creating safe, inclusive, equitable, learning environments that are free from discrimination
• Academic and professional qualifications beyond the basic requirements
• Demonstrated servant leadership management style
• Involvement in Special Education programs and curriculum development, implementation, assessment, and evaluation
• On-going participation in their own professional learning program
• Positive interpersonal relationships with staff, students, parents, and other members of the school community

• An updated résumé and cover letter
• A copy of the OCT Certificate of Qualification
• Proof of completion of Catholic Leadership Program (i.e., Program Certificate or equivalent)
• Proof of completion of Equity and Inclusion Training (i.e., Program Certificate or equivalent)
• including signatures from the current Supervisor and current supervising Superintendent.
• (dated within the last twelve months)
• Two letters of professional reference

A complete application package along with your resume and other supporting documents must be submitted through by February 27, 2026 at 4:30 PM

The Halton Catholic District School Board (HCDSB) is committed to supporting the development of a strong and equitable workforce, that will foster the success and well-being of our students, staff, and wider-Catholic school communities. We strive to uphold the values of equity and inclusion in the recruitment and hiring of qualified staff who reflect the diversity of our region. Although qualifications and experience will be determining factors in the hiring process, the HCDSB shall promote the hiring of qualified candidates from under-represented groups. To that end, we actively encourage applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equitable outcomes including, but not limited to: First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples; members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, colour, or place of origin; persons with visible and/or invisible (physical and/or mental) disabilities.

Pursuant to the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, the Halton Catholic District School Board will provide accommodations to applicants who are selected to participate in our recruitment process. Such requests, outlining the nature of any accommodation(s) required, are to be submitted to Human Resources Services by phone at 905-632-6300 or 1-800-741-8382. Information received relating to accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially.

If you require assistance with ApplyToEducation, please contact 1-877-900-5627 or email info@applytoeducation.com.

If you require additional information regarding this position, please email figueiredoa@hcdsb.org.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those candidates selected for an interview process will be contacted.