2024/2025​

​The purpose of this document is to ensure an annual rev​iew of the specific leadership profile required by Fossil Hill Public School. 

Successful education requires collaborative partnership among the school, the home and the community, and that effective relationships between the education system and the communities are prompted through consultation, collaboration and strong communication programs. Our Principal would be a leader, an educator, a learner, a listener, a strong communicator, a person with compassion, empathy and leads with a strong equity lens. 

Fossil Hill Public School is located in a developed community within the Vaughan area. The Public School is a diverse community, in Woodbridge, west of Weston Road, south of Major Mackenzie. Our walking community is also holding students for the new Kleinberg School. Our young families rely on our school support systems to play an integral part in their child's education. The Principal’s focus is the development of collaborative relationships in an inclusive learning and working environment; embracing the guidance and care in our practice with a focus on student achievement and well-being, which sets the direction of our work.

As an Administrator of Fossil Hill Public School and an educational school leader, leadership qualities are pivotal to the development of exemplary teaching and learning, all in the best interest of fostering WellBeing and Mental Health, Championing Equity and Inclusivity, building Collaborative Relationships, and Empowering Ethical Leadership in our community; in support of the enhancement of student achievement and well-being. The role of the Principal at Fossil Hill Public School is to foster a welcoming, caring community united to inspire greatness in each other and make a positive difference in the world. 

​The following are skills and characteristics that are recommended for the Fossil Hill Public School Principal Profile:

Leadership Skills 

• knows the learners, families and community and is culturally responsive to all of their needs 

• promotes a school culture where students are represented, included and celebrated (student voice) 

• promotes shared, ethical leadership that intentionally shifts practice by empowering 

• students, parents, families, staff and community partners 

• fosters a safe environment of learning that includes problem solving, risk taking and 

• critical thinking 

• The ability to develop focus teams in support of our SIP 

• Maintains positive morale and influences it in a positive direction 

• To implement policies within the school community and put into practice fairly 

• Visible to students, staff and school community offering a welcoming environment 

• Demonstrate fair treatment to staff and students 

• Embodies school spirit and possess the energy and ability to inspire others within the school and Community 

• To be a good judge of character, understand students and to have sound judgment upon making decisions for the well-being of students and staff 

• Proven ability to implement new school programs and foster continued growth 

• Experience navigating board requirements, policy, pilot projects and resources 

• A visionary, capable of identifying and creating unique academic opportunities for students

Fiscal Management 

• understand the budget and staffing process 

• organize and administer the school budget process, in consultation with the school council 

• understand the staffing process (e.g., collective agreements, technical aspects, legal requirements) 

• ensure that school buildings meet all the requirements set out in health and safety legislation

Communication Skills 

• listens and communicates effectively with all members of the school community (students, parents, families, staff and community members) • Effective communication skills to the school community at large • Create an open line of communication for students, parents, teachers and community partners • Direct interaction and communication with students, parents, staff, community partners on important issues.

Interpersonal Skills 

• has a multifaceted and restorative approach to conflict resolution 

• is approachable, motivating, respectful, open-minded, caring and optimistic 

• Passionate about working with children and to acknowledge that each student brings different qualities and characteristics 

• Listens and responds to students, staff and parent needs and concerns 

• Builds upon the "Fossil Hill P.S." school culture based on our school motto, “Fossil Hill, a caring community united to inspire greatness in each other and to make a difference in the world. 

• manage conflict effectively 

• provide recognition and celebrate success 

• To be approachable, demonstrate honesty and trust 

• The ability to interpret school policy and guidelines in a pedagogically meaningful way

Other Important Qualities 

• To engage in collaborative and proactive problem solving 

• Knowledge and experience of Board and Ministry policies and mandates 

• Knowledge of the culture and diversity of our school community 

• Encourage professional development of teachers 

• To encourage parent involvement and engagement, in all aspects of their Child's education· 

• Champion and foster an environment of equity, inclusivity, safety and health.

Knowledge Of the Change Process 

• identify a need for change 

• conduct a gap analysis – Where are we? Where do we want to go? How will we get there? How will we know when we have arrived? 

• develop a plan of action to empower others 

• deal with conflicts/obstacles 

• provide guidance, resources, and encouragement 

• recognize that people are at different stages in the change process 

• recognize that time is an important factor 

Revised Sept 2023