PCODE - Executive Director Vacancy

Position Profile

May 2026

Key Duties

1. Articulate and communicate the role and value of PCODE

    

2. Ensure strong advocacy for public education and ensures that PCODE has strong representation through labour negotiations.

    

3. Ensure PCODE is a strong advocate for OPSOA/CODE, fostering a collaborative and mutually beneficial working relationship with the ED and their board.

    

4. Lead and coordinate a high quality Learning and Mentorship program for Directors of Education (and aspiring Directors), to include topics such as artificial intelligence leadership and integration, succession planning, and onboarding of new Directors.

    

5. Explore business qualifications, courses or programs for Directors.

    

6. Facilitate networking amongst PCODE members to support and share best practices, strategic thinking and responses to Ministry and other directives.

    

7. Liaising, advocating, and relationship building with the Ministry of Education with the goal of supporting members with the implementation of legislative changes (e.g. Bill 33, Bill 101, regulations, etc.)

    

8. Advocate and engage with key stakeholder organizations, (e.g., Ministry of Education, principal, supervisory officer, and trustee associations) regarding emergent issues related to Ontario public education in general and to PCODE in particular.

    

9. Support the establishment of key priorities determined annually by the PCODE membership.

    

10. Enhance the profile of PCODE and positions established by the membership.

     

11. Engage, support and advise the all PCODE members, as well as the Chair and Executive Committee of PCODE.

     

12. Consult and communicate regularly, both formally and informally, with the Executive Directors of PCODE’s parent organizations - OPSOA and CODE.

     

13. Provide support to members in need of assistance with individual and contractual issues.

     

14. Provide leadership and organizational support for all PCODE events, including logistics, agendas, minutes, background and resultant reports, communication and action.

     

Ideal Candidate

• Recently retired Director of Education (or about to retire) who is familiar with the current challenges and realities facing Public Directors of Education in Ontario.

   

• Ability to proactively identify issues relevant to Directors of Education and listens to all voices.

   

• Demonstrated ability to engage with high-stakes personal matters, ensuring strict confidentiality and fostering trust through tactful communication.

   

• Communicates regularly and effectively with all members.

   

• Proven, highly skilled mentor.

   

• Strong attention to detail.

   

• Political acumen for working with the government and various stakeholders Strong understanding of how to navigate the political landscape.

   

   

Parameters of Position

The business of PCODE occurs through a number of scheduled meetings, conducted at a variety of Ontario venues and through teleconference and in-person opportunities. Outside of these scheduled events, much of the work of the Executive Director is conducted remotely, through various electronic means. The allocation of time within the overall allocation must be flexible, in accordance with event requirements and the changing issues facing the organization.

This is a one year contract with the possibility of extension to two years. Renewal is subject to a mutually developed annual performance review process conducted by the Executive Committee of PCODE and funding continuance. The Executive Director will hold a consulting services contract, with payment of approximately $145,000*.  

* No insured benefits are included in the contract; however, authorized expenses are reimbursed.

(*Subject to annual review by the Executive Committee of PCODE)

For more information on this opportunity please contact Curtis Ennis at ennisc@hdsb.ca or to submit your application in confidence to khanc@hdsb.ca  by Friday, June 12, 2026 at 4 pm.

Only applicants being considered for the role will receive further correspondence.

IEL Coordinator Position

Building a leadership development framework

Institute for Education Leadership (IEL)

Position Summary

The Institute for Education Leadership (IEL) is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Coordinator to support the creation of a provincial leadership development resource grounded in human rights, antioppression, and inclusive  leadership principles. Reporting to and working under the direction of the Leadership Resource Development Committee (LRDC), with accountability to the IEL Steering Committee, the Coordinator will play a central role in ensuring the effective coordination, alignment, and delivery of this significant province-wide initiative. This is a contract position suited to an individual with demonstrated expertise and experience in coordinating complex, multi-partner projects within Ontario’s education sector.

Compensation

$1,000 per day + HST (contract position)

Term

35 days within a 12-to-24-month period beginning in July 2026

Key Responsibilities

Project Coordination

• Coordinate and manage the day-to-day activities required to support the development of the Leadership Development Framework, ensuring alignment with approved timelines, milestones, and governance structures.

• Monitor progress against the critical path and bring forward risks, and mitigation strategies to the LRDC.

• Support the planning and sequencing of project phases from initiation through to approval and launch.

• Coordinate activities related to translation, sector-specific (Catholic and French language) adaptations, accessibility, quality control, copy editing, and graphic design.

• Support final review, approval, and launch preparation activities. 

Committee and Partner Support

• Serve as the primary point of coordination among the Leadership Resource Development Committee, Writing Team, Steering Committee, researchers, and sector partners.

• Plan and support meetings, including preparation of agendas, materials, logistics, minutes, and follow-up actions for virtual, hybrid, and in-person meetings.

• Assist with the recruitment, onboarding, and ongoing support of committee members and writers, including the development and use of skills and representation of matrices.

Content and Process Support

• Compile and summarize research, consulta[on feedback, and reference materials to support the Wri[ng Team.

• Support consulta[on and engagement processes to ensure the Leadership Development

• Framework is responsive to the needs of all four publicly funded educa[on sectors.

• Ensure guiding principles—human rights, an[-oppression, inclusion, mental health, and culturally responsive leadership—are embedded throughout the development process and final product.

Reporting and Governance

• Prepare progress reports and summary documentation for the LRDC and Steering Committee.

• Support decision-making processes related to the scope and direction of the Leadership Development Framework.

• Maintain accurate records and documentation to support transparency, accountability, and future implementation planning.

Qualifications and Experience

• Experience in a senior leadership role in Ontario’s publicly funded education system.

• Demonstrated experience coordinating complex, multi-partner projects, in Ontario's education context.

• Demonstrated understanding of human rights-based, and anti-oppressive frameworks and practices.

• Experience working with committees, advisory groups, and a variety of partners.

• Excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.

• Proficient and effective use of technology and common platforms for collaboration and communication.

• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently.

• Fluency in both English and French, written and oral communication is required.

Assets

• Experience at all levels of Ontario’s publicly funded education system (teacher, principal, supervisory officer and director of education).

• Familiarity with the Ontario Leadership Framework or comparable leadership development frameworks.

• Experience supporting bilingual (English/French) projects, including translation and adaptation processes.

How to apply?

If you are interested in applying for this role, please submit a cover letter and your resume to iel-ile@principals.on.ca by Sunday, May 24th, 2026.