We are seeking OPC Members who are highly qualified practising elementary and secondary principals to primarily facilitate our online and/or hybrid Special Education for Administrators Qualification Program (SEAQP) modules and other related professional learning offerings. 

Responsibilities include 

  • delivering the SEAQP content based on the schedule established and on sufficient enrolment through the Canvas Learning Management System   

  • communicating program requirements and expectations to candidates  

  • monitoring candidate participation and engagement in the program and provide candidates with meaningful and relevant feedback to enhance learning  

  • collaborating with the program lead and OPC team to plan and deliver approved course content  

  • delivering the program as requested and in accordance with the Ontario of Teachers (OCT) Guidelines  

  • completing Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) training  to support our efforts to continuously improve the delivery of our programs through an anti-oppressive lens 

  • being punctual for synchronous sessions and communicate changes directly with candidates, program lead and/or facilitator regarding any changes to scheduled sessions  

  • supporting development and review of content as requested and 

  • meet with the OPC team and other facilitators as needed.

Selection Criteria

A successful applicant will

  • be a Member of the Ontario College of Teachers (OCT) in good standing 

  • have exemplary experience as a practising principal with recent, relevant and varied school experiences 

  • have expertise in areas of school leadership and facilitation 

  • demonstrate a province-wide perspective 

  • be comfortable using a Learning Management System (LMS) to facilitate learning  

  • have a high level of comfort using a variety of digital tools to enhance learning 

  • Be proficient in using various office programs including PowerPoint, Excel, Word and G-suite 

  • have strong communication abilities in facilitating, speaking and writing 

  • Have a dynamic and resourceful approach to work based on continuous self-learning and knowledge of current trends and research in education 

  • Understand and demonstrate adult learning principles 

  • have a “lead learner” stance as an educator 

  • have in-depth knowledge of foundational principles that support equity, diversity, inclusionand anti-oppression 

  • have in-depth knowledge and involvement in specific leadership initiatives related to topic 

  • haveexpertise in areas of school leadership, mentoring/coaching and facilitation 

  • have successfully completed the SEAQP or specialized programs related to topic and

  • demonstrate collaboration skills with partners and other associations.

The following will be considered an asset

  • experience in both elementary and secondary panels and

  • direct experience related to supporting diverse learners.

Selection Process 

Our selection team will review and assess all applications based on the identified success criteria. Selected candidates will be invited to take part in an online interview via Zoom meeting (with video) and will need to be available on February 14, 2025. This process also includes contacting references and ensuring balanced regional representation.  

Applicants are asked to submit the following in one file 

  • a cover letter  

  • a resume and 

  • contact information for two references (at least one being a supervisory officer). 

The successful applicant(s) will be added to a roster of facilitators and will be called upon as needed. 

Applications will be accepted until noon on January 17, 2025.

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The Ontario Principals’ Council® (OPC) is committed to accommodating the individual needs of independent contractors, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), Integrated Accessibility Standards Regulation 191/11, within our recruitment processes and our skills assessment testing practices. Disability-related accommodations during the recruitment and selection process are available upon request. 

The OPC is an equal opportunity organization committed to diversity and inclusion and values the participation of candidates with different lived experiences. We recognize that the selection of candidates from members of equity-seeking and rights-seeking groups is an asset. Self-identification of membership in equity-seeking and rights-seeking groups is voluntary.