Deputy Head of School, Teaching and Learning

Job No: 165637
Location: Ottawa, ON

  • Exciting opportunity to join a supportive and diverse organization
  • Work with our senior leadership team who takes pride in a culture of safety for our students and staff!
  • Receive a competitive salary, with a full range of benefits

About Ashbury College

Ashbury College is a leading not-for-profit independent day and boarding school for students in Grades 4 to 12 located in Canada’s capital and the traditional, unceded territory of the Anishinàbe Algonquin Nation. We serve a diverse community of over 60 nationalities from around the National Capital Region, the diplomatic community, and international and domestic boarding students.   

Our mission is to inspire students in a dynamic learning environment as intellectually curious, compassionate, and responsible global citizens. Our strategic direction is centered on the highest standards in teaching and learning; whole student development; access and inclusion in our pluralistic community; community engagement; and resource stewardship for long term-sustainability.

Ashbury College is committed to fostering inclusivity, embracing pluralism, and condemning all forms of racism and discrimination. We aim to foster an inclusive school and working environment that builds on the strength of our diversity and motto: Probitas, Virtus, Comitas - Honesty, Courage, and Kindness.
 
Our employees are committed, driven, and motivated, because we all genuinely care about contributing to the future of society by empowering each and every student. We are passionate about this purpose, and we are looking for like-minded individuals to help us shape the leaders of tomorrow.
 
For more information, please visit our website.
 

About the Opportunity

Ashbury College has an exciting opportunity for a Deputy Head of School, Teaching & Learning to join our campus in Ottawa, ON on a full-time basis, commencing August 1, 2023, however, the successful incumbent will be expected to begin their orientation for several days during the Spring 2023 term. 

As a senior member of the school’s leadership team, you will be responsible for contributing to our continuing evolution of inclusive school culture and supporting our pluralism objectives, along with duties such as: 

  • Leading the development and delivery of innovative teaching practices and student learning
  • Supporting the College’s leadership team, working closely with school-wide academic leadership, in particular with the Heads of Junior and Senior schools
  • Instilling a passion for pedagogy amongst all faculty, promoting a collaborative creative school environment, and advancing our strategic plan
  • Being responsible for the development and enhancement of a framework for faculty growth, excellence, and evaluation that supports learning environments for students
  • Developing teaching methodologies, technologies, assessment and evaluation, and professional growth as it relates to our strategic objectives, the Ministry of Education, the International Baccalaureate (IB) program, and our university partners
  • Embracing the culture at the school, actively attending key College and community events, supporting the Board of Governors on select committees, and representing the Head of School when absent

More About You

In order to qualify for this role, you must have an advanced degree, a recognized valid teaching license, and progressive teaching, administrative and mentoring experience in international, independent, and/or public school systems. Knowledge of current and emerging teaching methodologies and technology-enabled teaching models and tools is essential. Subject matter expertise to teach one or more courses is required.

As our ideal candidate, you will need to have strong organizational and collaboration skills, as well as being highly innovative and growth-oriented. Your success will be built on instilling collaborative and creative teaching and learning processes, applying exceptional operational management and communication skills, and supporting the success of our students and staff. 

Please note that this position will require the completion of a vulnerable sector and criminal record check.

If you are interested in this position, please provide a brief introductory video that speaks to your approach to teaching and learning in your application. The video must be submitted using a private YouTube or Vimeo link and is not to exceed 90 seconds.

For the safety and well-being of our students and employees, we require proof of COVID-19 vaccination before commencing employment. Accommodations will be made for those exempt from the COVID-19 vaccination, based on grounds protected by relevant human rights law.
 

About the Benefits

In exchange for your hard work and dedication, you will be rewarded with a competitive salary, based on skills and experience, plus a full range of benefits including:

  • Extended health, dental and vision benefits 
  • Participation in the OTPP (for members of the Ontario College of Teachers) 
  • Lunches provided during the workday  
  • Life insurance and long-term disability 
  • Fitness room access 
  • Health spending account
  • Travel Insurance
  • Registered pension plan with employer match
  • Negotiable vacation
  • On-site parking provided 
  • Paid professional certifications and memberships
  • Opportunities for growth and professional development (events, conferences, etc.)
  • Regular employee appreciation events and celebrations!

If you take great pride in your work and want to contribute to a collaborative, diverse environment, then we’d like to hear from you - apply now!

Please note that this posting will close on January 9, 2023.

Apply Now

Personal Details * Required field

  1. Digits only or add + for international numbers

  1. (Please click on your profile and copy the URL from your profile page.)

Questions

Discover Ashbury College

Established in 1891, Ashbury College is a leading independent school for boys and girls in Grades 4 to 12. Located in Ottawa, Canada, Ashbury’s mission is to inspire students in a dynamic learning environment as intellectually curious, compassionate and responsible global citizens. Ashbury is an IB World School with students from over 60 countries, an average class size of 17, and a university placement rate of 100%.