Welcome and Process Overview Leslie Johnstone, Associate Director, North/West

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2 Vice-Principal Selection Process Information Session September 17, 2015

3 Agenda Welcome and Process Overview Leslie Johnstone, Associate Director, North/West Stages in the Selection Process: Stage 1: Paul Valle, Principal on Assignment, HRS Stage 2: Paul Valle, Principal on Assignment, HRS Stage 3: Kate Diakiw, i Principal, i Student Services, Leadership Development Opportunities Pat Zrihen, Principal, Leadership Development

4 Coordinating Committee Scott Yake Coordinating Superintendent, HRS, Plant & Planning Services Dorothy Cammaert Superintendent, HRS Kate Diakiw - Principal, Student Services Gail Long - Manager of Recruitment and Retention, HRS Kelly Redpath Principal, Education and Community Services Paul Valle Principal, Human Resource Services Michelle Fifield - Senior Recruitment Representative Karen Mathias Recruitment Representative Elaine Gaudio - Administrative Assistant to Scott Yake

5 Selection Committee Michael Cohen, SOS Central Dianne Hawkins, SOS North Leslie Johnstone, Associate Director Erik Khilji, SOS East Clayton LaTouche, SOS West Cecil Roach, Coordinating Superintendent Shawn Bredin, Principal, Newmarket HS Bill Cober, Principal, Phoebe Gilman PS Lindsey Diakiw, Principal, Silver Pines PS Shawna Gates, Principal, Vellore Woods PS Liz Davis, Principal, Fairwood PS Clay Della Rovere, Principal, Romeo Dallaire PS Brian Fisher, Principal, Pine Grove PS Lori Higgins, Principal, Buttonville PS Yana Ioffe, Principal, Beverley Acres PS Dawn Laliberte, Principal, Sutton DH Rose Li, Principal, Richmond Green SS Debbie Linkewich, Principal, P.E. Trudeau SS Paul Oabel, Principal, Wm. Armstrong PS Ann Pace, Principal, i Tommy Douglas SS Ken Pettigrew, Principal, Mount Joy PS Arlene Potashner, Principal, Kettle Lakes PS Kim Smith, Principal, Lakeside PS George Voumvakis, Principal, Bur Oak SS

6 Selection Process Overview The YRDSB is a great place to be as a leader: we are looking for dynamic leaders to become York Region s future Principals we are a progressive board that strives for continuous improvement in 3 areas of focus: Math Mental Health Modern Learning The mobilizers of our work are the three foundational practices of leadership, innovation and equity we provide ongoing support for all leaders

7 Overview continued the Vice-Principal Selection Process is not a professional development opportunity apply when ready the selection process is a summative evaluation of readiness it is an elementary and secondary process assess your readiness by using the Ontario Leadership y y g p Framework

8 Ontario Leadership Framework Our selection of Vice-Principals will be based on the following 5 key leadership domains as outlined in the Ontario Leadership Framework (OLF) Setting Directions Building Relationships and Developing People Developing the Organization to Support Desired Practices Improving the Instructional Program Securing Accountability

9 Personal Leadership Resources Cognitive Problem-solving expertise Knowledge about school and classroom conditions with direct effects on student learning Systems Thinking Social including the ability to: Perceive emotions Manage emotions Act in emotionally appropriate ways Psychological Optimism Self-efficacy Resilience Pro-activity

10 Principal Support Your administrator may assist you in preparing for the process in the following ways: Connect candidates with Superintendents and other system leaders Ensure ALP is up to date and that candidates can provide their most recent TPA at Stage 3 (interview) of the process Participate in the Stage 2 professional discussion (internal candidates) If your administrator i is a member of the selection committee there are certain restrictions to the support that can be provided: Can provide assistance to covering letter and résumé; not to written submission i Can provide a reference but will not participate in committee discussions on your readiness Can participate in the Professional discussion

11 Ongoing Communication Contacted after each stage in the process by A confirmation will be sent to your Principal on the following day (internal candidates) Selection process feedback will be provided by members of the selection team Occurs at the end of each stage of selection process for those not proceeding to the next stage

12 Vice-Principal Selection Process Overview Stage 1: On-line Application/Review Cover letter, résumé, references, written submission (Sept. 22nd Oct. 6th at 5 pm) Stage 2: Professional Discussion/Problem-Solving Discussion regarding written submission (Principal attends to support for internal candidates; for external candidates, supervisor should have reviewed your written submission and will be asked a question on the reference form), problem solving scenario which includes a written component (Nov. 24 th or Nov. 25 th ) Stage 3: Interview Candidate to bring most recent performance appraisal, if available (Dec. 15 th or 16 th ) Rf Refer to the Preparing for the Vice-Principal Selection Process booklet which h will guide you in preparing your application on the www and the bww.

13 Selection Process Stage 1

14 Stage 1: Application i Process For internal candidates, visit our Careers page at bww.yrdsb.ca For external candidates, visit it our Careers page at (linked to ATE) 3 components to the application Screening Questions Résumé and Cover Letter (cut and paste) 2 Attachment Options (MS Word) Written submission

15 Your Application Package will include: Cover letter Résumé Written submission Referees

16 Application Process View the on-line application and print a copy to assist you in your preparation Spell check all the application components (cover letter, résumé, written submission) Don t worry about the visual appeal of your on-line résumé and cover letter this is a data-driven system Keep formatting simple

17 What happens once my application is submitted? Receive an automatic acknowledgement Recruitment will prepare your application file, check OCT Public Register and current personnel file, etc. all referees with instructions and timelines for providing reference Notifications regarding Stage 2 go out November 9, 2015

18 Application Assistance Contact Recruitment Team (905) or (416) Extension 2878 Application deadline is Tuesday, October 6 th, 2015 at 5 p.m.

19 Written Submission Submission to outline your current leadership, your understanding of education and its impact on student achievement and well-being bi in a 21 st century context 750 to 1000 words Concise, essay format Limited use of quotations, no charts or graphs 12 font Follow specific instructions on the posting

20 Selecting Referees Referees will be asked to rate candidates on the domains in the OLF Must include your current Superintendent and current Principal as referees Provide one other professional referee who can speak to your leadership and readiness for the role: A Principal you have worked with in the past An administrator in another school or board you have worked with Current Vice-Principal Pre-conferencing is a necessity

21 Important Information regarding Referees provide a list of contact t numbers business, home, cell, Inform referees that we will be contacting them by immediately following receipt of your on-line application Further contact by a member of the selection committee We will not chase referees

22 Selection Process Stage 2

23 Stage 2: Professional Dialogue Part 1(For Internal Candidates) Conducted at a central location 30 minutes in length Discussion to follow up on your written submission from Stage 1 Your Principal will be present Assessment team will have a follow up discussion with your Principal after your session with them

24 Part 1(For External Candidates) Conducted at a central location 30 minutes in length Discussion i to follow up on your written submission i Your Principal will be asked to comment on specific probes related to your written submission during the reference check process; will not be present at the dialogue

25 Part 2 Problem-Solving Scenario Two parts; oral and written 45 minutes Respond orally to a typical problem encountered by a Vice-Principal Opportunity for reflection Written follow-up exercise related to the scenario

26 Selection Process Stage 3

27 Interview 40-minute interview Interview panel consists of: Superintendent Secondary Principal Elementary Principals i (2) Arrive 20 minutes prior to interview Provided d with the first interview question

28 Interview No opportunity for opening remarks A variety of types of questions Appropriate to use frameworks to respond to interview questions Not appropriate to bring external resources except for your notes to the first question An opportunity at end of interview to make An opportunity at end of interview to make concluding remarks if you wish

29 Ongoing Feedback Contacted after each stage in the process by Feedback will be provided d by members of the selection team Occurs at the end of each stage of the selection process for those candidates not proceeding Feedback for successful candidates will be offered at the end of the process

30 Leadership Development Providing supports for internal and external candidates Delivering three workshops prior to each of the stages of the selection process Assisting candidates in exploring and reflecting on the resources that are available to support them during the process Assisting candidates in exploring and reflecting on their development as school and system leaders External candidates welcome to attend

31 Documents as Tools: -Ontario Leadership Framework (OLF) --Self Assessment Tool for Aspiring Leaders -Preparing for the VP Selection Process booklet (www/bww) -Achieving Excellence (MET)

32 Leadership Development Opportunities Stage 1 Workshop 1 Supports for Stage 1 September 24 th 4:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m., C.L.L. Stage 2 Workshop 2 - Professional Discussion November 11 th, 4:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m., C.L.L. Stage 3 Workshop 3 - Preparing for the Interview December 9 th, 4:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m., C.L.L.

33 Vice-Principal Salary Grids Effective September 1, 2013 Elem. Sec. Step 0 $99,718 $103,747 Step 1 $101,713 $105,822 Step 2 $103,747 $107,938 Step 3 $105,822 $110,099 Step 4 $107,938 $112,301 (plus additional allowance if applicable)

34 Thank you for your interest in a formal leadership position with the York Region District School Board. We look forward to receiving your application!

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