NORTHERN NISHNAWBE EDUCATION COUNCIL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY NNEC is a nonprofit educational organization. Under the direction of the Sioux Lookout District Chiefs, NNEC delivers secondary and postsecondary education programs and services for First Nations people. NNEC operates Pelican Falls First Nations High School, Pelican Falls Centre, Dennis Franklin Cromarty High School, Wahsa Distance Education Centre and has offices in Lac Seul (head office), Sioux Lookout and Thunder Bay. DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION Sioux Lookout or Thunder Bay Under the authority and general direction of the Executive Director, the Director of Education manages the NNEC Education Program by providing educational leadership and direction to staff, ensuring the effective operation of NNEC schools. The Director of Education works with Principals and school administration at Wahsa Distance Education Centre, Pelican Falls First Nations High School, and Dennis Franklin Cromarty High School on planning, implementation and evaluation of programs and services. The Director of Education is an individual with excellent leadership, planning, coordination, and management skills, effective supervisory, assessment, organizational and communication abilities and the knowledge to manage and grow a modern First Nations education system. RESPONSIBILITIES - Work with school administration on the assessment of school and program needs. - Facilitate development of effective school guidelines, procedures, and policies to be reviewed annually. - Design, implement, and evaluate educational programs and curricula to meet academic standards and institutional objectives. - Recruit, train, and supervise teaching and administrative staff; provide professional development and performance evaluations in accordance with NNEC policies. - Ensure performance expectations, roles, and responsibilities are clear. - Monitor student progress, analyze performance data, and implement strategies to improve learning outcomes. - Ensure all programs comply with relevant NNEC, provincial, federal, and accreditation standards. - Develop and manage budgets for educational programs, allocate resources efficiently, and oversee financial accountability. - Undertake financial planning, provide oversight, budget development, monitoring, adjustment, and reporting on education programming and funding. - Serve as liaison with parents, community organizations, educational partners, and governing bodies to support educational initiatives. - Implement new teaching methodologies and educational technologies to enhance learning experiences. - Negotiate education agreements with Provincial School Boards and First Nation and Tribal Council Education Authorities. - Liaise with Indigenous Services Canada, Ministry of Education, First Nations leaders, and organizations. - Implement resolutions from the NNEC Board of Directors and Sioux Lookout Areas Chiefs as directed by senior management. - Provide clear reporting and transparency. - Ensure effective communication with staff, board members, parents, community leaders, First Nations organizations, and other stakeholders. - Ensure school programs meet student academic needs, provincial requirements, and parental expectations, while promoting First Nations languages, culture, and values. - Review student attendance, progress, and retention. - Ensure schools are safe, healthy, welcoming, attractive, and stimulating for students and staff. - Provide reports on ongoing operations and make recommendations to Senior management to enhance school programs. - Hold regular principal management team meetings to provide program updates, review operations, celebrate successes, plan new initiatives, discuss issues, and resolve concerns. - Ensure development and achievement of annual school plans. - Lead and support highperforming school administrative teams. - Foster a culture of collaboration, trust, and continuous improvement. - Provide effective oversight of human resources and organizational development. - Other duties as required. QUALIFICATIONS - A Bachelor of Education Degree. - A Masters Degree in Education and/or Principal Qualifications. - Must be a member of the Ontario College of Teachers. - 5+ years teaching experience. - 5+ years Principal or Director of Education experience. - Extensive leadership experience within a large, complex educational organization. - Demonstrated success in a senior leadership role. - Strong understanding of Ontario education legislation, policy, and governance. - Strong understanding of First Nations Education, policy, and funding. - Proven experience in strategic planning, fiscal management, and system leadership. - Deep commitment to equity, inclusion, and student wellbeing. - Exceptional communication, collaboration, and relationshipbuilding skills. - Experience leading systemwide improvement initiatives. - Success in fostering strong and effective teams. - Excellent written and oral communication skills and full computer competency, including Microsoft Word, spreadsheets, database programs, the Internet, and email. - Familiarity with customs, culture, history, and education priorities of people of the Sioux Lookout District. - Ability to speak a District First Nations language (asset). SALARY $152,880-$188,023 level commensurate with education and experience. BENEFITS All staff are compensated 13 weeks of vacation either with vacation days, monetary compensation, or a combination of both. Positions require a Criminal Record Check and/or a Vulnerable Sector Check. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION