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Job Description

The Ottawa Jewish Community School is seeking a new Head of School to continue our tradition of academic excellence and broad Jewish education. OJCS (formerly Hillel Academy and Yitzhak Rabin High School) includes both a primary and secondary school, and boasts small class sizes, tri-lingual education, and a range of extra-curricular and community activities. OJCS develops academic and personal qualities in its students in an inclusive, caring environment based on Jewish religion, culture and values. Our school motto captures our values: Respect, Responsibility and Reaching for Excellence.

OJCS is an academic leader among Ottawa schools, and this position offers an excellent salary and benefits package, as well as opportunity for continuing education.

The Head of School will lead in planning and delivering the school educational curriculum and oversee school budget and finances along with the school CFO. Additionally, the Head of School is responsible for extra-curricular programming, school culture, community involvement, and a safe and positive school environment. The Head of School will oversee the continued introduction of modern and innovative educational methods to foster 21^st century skills and provide world-class education.

The new Head of School will be an exceptional leader with experience fostering faculty dedication and development. Interpersonal and communication skills, and a reputation for character, will be essential for the successful applicant. The new Head of OJCS will be an educational visionary with a track record of introducing new academic methods and raising standards.

Canada?s capital has a thriving Jewish community and this school is central to it. The new Head of School will be helping to create our future. Ottawa is a beautiful city, naturally and architecturally, next door to a national park. With excellent cultural attractions and limitless outdoor recreational activities, it is a great place to raise a family.

Qualifications sought:

• Principal?s certificate or equivalent
• Advanced degree in Education (preferably in curriculum)
• Five years experience in administration as well as five years teaching
• Experience working in Jewish institutions, with a familiarity with Jewish studies and culture
• Good standing with College of Teachers (for Ontario candidates)
• Familiarity with modern educational methods
• Work with OISE or similar research programs
• Experience with budgeting (will work with school CFO on budget and school finances)
• Experience working on educational committees
• Experience working with parent councils
• Experience working with unions
• Familiarity with special education requirements as mandated by law
• Familiarity with? Ontario Ministry Curriculum Guidelines and Regulations an asset
• Experience with government audits

The successful candidate will be chosen by Fall 2013, and will assume their position by Summer 2014.

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How to Apply

Applications can be sent to the head of our search committee, Gerald Pulvermacher, at?gerald@gpulvermacherassociates.com. Please include a cover letter, CV, and copies of academic transcripts. Shortlisted candidates will be asked for three letters of reference, along with reference contact information.

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Job Categories: Education/Teaching, Featured, Indeed, and Non-Profit. Job Types: Full-Time. Job Tags: canada, jewish, ottawa, principal, and school. Salary: 100,000 and above. Job expires in 180 days.

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