Head Of School | |
| Job ID | 16-6F-15-D7-B6-A4 |
| Company | YMCA Academy |
| Location | GTA |
| Province | Ontario |
| Date Posted | 2023-08-24 |
| Posted Until | 2023-09-23 |
| Job Type | Full-time |
| Job Category | Education |
| Description | |
| The YMCA Academy invites applications for the position of Head of School. The YMCA Academy is a co-educational school with 110 students enrolled in grades 6 to 12. A community-based school located in the downtown Toronto Central YMCA, the Academy serves students with exceptionalities and different ways of learning. The curriculum is taught in a structured and supportive environment where neurodiverse learners receive individual attention, classes are small and intimate, and the relationship between teachers and students is strong. The Head of School is accountable to the Vice-President/General Manager of the Central YMCA and has overall responsibility for the academic and administrative leadership of the School. The new Head will be a respected educational leader with the ability to provide inspiration, support, and leadership to the entire community. They will have significant administrative experience earned in a school environment and a knowledge of, and passion for, neurodiversity and the many ways in which young people learn. Above all, the new Head will be a person of character and strong values, endowed with the warmth and authenticity that allows them to connect with students and staff. Please submit a cover letter and resume to https://careers.odgersberndtson.com/en-ca/28667 by September 15, 2023. Consideration of candidates will commence immediately, with the Head to take office, ideally, in January 2024. The YMCA Academy has partnered with the leadership advisory firm Odgers Berndtson for this recruitment. If you have questions or would like more information, please write to Julia Robarts at ymcaacademy@odgersberndtson.com. Please note that the Head of School is a permanent position and includes a competitive salary, a wide range of benefits, and membership in a defined contribution pension plan. The YMCA of Greater Toronto is a charity that ignites the potential in people, helping them grow, lead, and give back to their communities. We are committed to helping our employees reach their full potential and are recognized as a great place to work. We offer meaningful jobs and the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of individuals and the health of our communities. See what you can expect from the YMCA here. Joining the Y means contributing to over 165 years of providing opportunities for people to shine through programs and services like health and fitness, licensed child care, camps, employment and immigrant services, education and training, and services for youth, families, and seniors. Learn more in our 2020-2025 strategic plan, Ignite the Light, which outlines how we are focused on boosting well-being and promoting equity across the Greater Toronto Area. The YMCA of Greater Toronto is committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. We strive to remove barriers to employment and recognize that diverse staff who reflect the communities we work in enriching the experiences of our participants and our team. As an equal opportunity employer, we invite applications from all qualified candidates, including racialized people/people of colour, Indigenous Peoples, disabled people/people with disabilities and members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If we can make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity so we can work with you to accommodate your needs. | |
| Languages | English |
| How To Apply | The YMCA Academy has partnered with the leadership advisory firm Odgers Berndtson for this recruitment. If you have questions or would like more information, please write to Julia Robarts at ymcaacademy@odgersberndtson.com. Please note that the Head of School is a permanent position and includes a competitive salary, a wide range of benefits, and membership in a defined contribution pension plan. |
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