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Principal & Vice-Principal Pool Recruitment

@ Avon Maitland District School Board

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Seaforth, Ontario

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Overview

Avon Maitland District School Board is building a candidate pool of Principals and Vice-Principals for elementary and secondary schools across Huron and Perth Counties. The work is school leadership, with candidates needing an Ontario School Principal's Certificate for principal roles or Principal Qualification Program Part 1 for vice-principal roles. Interviews run throughout the year, and successful candidates are placed in a pool for future vacancies.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead elementary or secondary school operations
  • Support students, staff and families
  • Provide administrative and organizational leadership
  • Foster inclusive, inspiring and innovative learning environments

Requirements summary:

  • Ontario School Principal's Certificate Parts 1 and 2 for principal
  • Principal Qualification Program Part 1 for vice-principal
  • Demonstrated educational leadership experience
  • Superior administrative and organizational skills
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Recommendation from immediate supervisor

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Employer posting date
2026-10-09
First seen by our source
2026-10-16
Source record updated
2026-11-07

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Job details

SenioritySenior
DepartmentEducation
Manages peopleYes
Scheduleday
Travelair: none · ground: minimal
Work settingSchool
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical low · computer moderate
Licences & certificationsOntario School Principal's Certificate, Principal Qualification Program Part 1
Background checkscriminal record
EducationMaster’s degree (required)

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The Avon Maitland District School Board is a full service, public, English school district in southwestern Ontario, bordering Lake Huron and covering some of the most productive agricultural land in Canada. The Avon Maitland District covers the counties of Huron and Perth and over 160,000 people call the Avon Maitland District their home. Specialized programs and extracurricular opportunities in technology, music, theatre, trades, sports and culinary enhance the curriculum for students, providing graduates from Huron and Perth with a leading edge. Avon Maitland provides the most widespread on-line distance education program in the country and is setting the standards for special education and student success. The Board’s EQAO results continue to be among the best in the province. Avon Maitland Schools are home to a vibrant and diversified international student program which provides a superior Ontario education opportunity and full English as a Second Language (ESL) support to all international students in all 9 of the District’s Public High Schools. Over the past three years, we have welcomed over 600 students from 20 countries including Brazil, Colombia, Mexico, Venezuela, Spain, China, South Korea, Thailand, Germany, Denmark, France, Estonia, Switzerland and many more. Nestled in the heart of Southwest Ontario, Huron and Perth Counties are a study in contrasts. Lush, rural farmland and backcountry roads intersect with historic architecture, arts, culture, and the newest culinary trends. Residents take pride in their schools, first-class recreational facilities and active volunteer and community life. The counties boast many parks and trails and family-oriented events. Across towns and villages, along the country roads and shoreline, you can experience art galleries, music festivals, farmer’s markets, brewery tours, parades, rodeos and reunions all in celebration of the incredible heritage, food and creative culture of the region.

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The Avon Maitland District School Board is a full service, public, English school district in southwestern Ontario, bordering Lake Huron and covering some of the most productive agricultural land in Canada. The Avon Maitland District covers the counties of Huron and Perth and over 160,000 people call the Avon Maitland District their home. Specialized programs and extracurricular opportunities in technology, music…

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IndustryPrimary and Secondary Education
Company size1,001-5,000 employees
HeadquartersSeaforth, Ontario
Organization typeEducational
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Job description

Principal and Vice-Principal

Recruitment and Selection

Vacancy Status: Candidate pool for future vacancies

Avon Maitland District School Board (AMDSB) provides first class education to students and families throughout Huron and Perth Counties. We aim to engage, inspire, and innovate, in all that we do! We are always learning! Our work is guided by a Strategic Plan and highlights 3 main areas of focus that enable our students and staff to say: I am prepared. I am well. I am engaged.

Our vision is to engage, inspire, innovate, because we are always learning.

The Avon Maitland District School Board is seeking qualified applicants for the positions of Principal and Vice Principal in our elementary and secondary schools.

The Board is seeking qualified and experienced educators to join the Principal and Vice Vice-Principal pool. Candidates who have demonstrated strong leadership in previous positions and who meet the qualification requirements below are invited to apply.

Interviews for elementary and secondary Principal and Vice-Principal pool positions will be held throughout the year, please follow the instructions below to apply.

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Qualifications - Principal

Candidates making an application for a position of Principal will have:

  • Ontario School Principal's Certificate Parts 1 and 2 (which requires a Master's Degree or double specialist) completed at time of application;
  • Recommendation from his/her immediate supervisor;
  • Demonstration of successful educational leadership experience;
  • Superior administrative and organizational skills; and,
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Qualifications - Vice Principal

Candidates making an application for a position of Vice-Principal will have:

  • Leadership experience at the school or board level;
  • At the time of interviews, registered for or completed Principal Qualification Program Part 1 certification;
  • Recommendation from his/her immediate supervisor;
  • Superior administrative and organizational skills; and,
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Note - A criminal background check will be part of the recruitment process.

Why Join AMDSB?

  • We believe our students are at the core of what we do; we are committed to creating inclusive, inspiring and innovative learning environments.
  • Great work culture with staff who embrace and seek meaningful careers.
  • Work with a diverse and dynamic team that fosters a culture of belonging and collaboration.
  • Competitive compensation package

Join our team! Apply today.

Interested applicants are requested to:

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Successful candidates will be placed in a pool for consideration for upcoming vacancies. Candidates who are currently in the pool need not reapply.

If you have any questions regarding the PVP Application Package or required documents, please contact

We thank all applicants for their interest in opportunities with the Avon Maitland District School Board. Contact will be made with applicants whose experience and qualifications most closely match the requirements of the position.

If you require assistance with your application, please call customer service at 1-877-900-5627.

Communication with short-listed applicants will be made through the contact information (email address and/or phone number) provided on the applicant's profile page.

The AMDSB is committed to equity in employment and equitable hiring practices that allow us to engage qualified staff who reflect diversity. We will make any reasonable accommodation, based on any of the human rights protected grounds, to support candidates to participate in the hiring process.

Dr. Graham Shantz, Chief Executive Officer

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