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About the Role

The Principal serves as the educational and spiritual leader of the Islamic school, guiding academic, moral, and spiritual development in alignment with the school’s mission and Islamic values. This role oversees staff, curriculum, operations, and community relations to foster a nurturing, safe, and engaging learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide strong Islamic and educational leadership rooted in Qur’an, Sunnah, and professional best practices.
• Develop and implement a shared vision for the school, ensuring alignment with Islamic values and the Ontario curriculum.
• Inspire staff and students to achieve excellence academically, socially, and spiritually.
• Oversee curriculum development to integrate both secular and Islamic studies.
• Ensure high standards of teaching, assessment, and learning outcomes.
• Promote innovative instructional strategies and Islamic pedagogy.
• Recruit, mentor, and evaluate teachers and staff.
• Provide ongoing professional development with emphasis on Islamic character, pedagogy, and collaboration.
• Create a positive, respectful, and cooperative work environment.
• Ensure holistic student growth: academic achievement, Islamic character (akhlaq), leadership, and community service.
• Promote discipline policies rooted in Islamic principles of fairness, compassion, and accountability.
• Support extracurricular programs (Qur’an competitions, sports, clubs, Islamic events).
• Build strong relationships with parents, guardians, and the wider Muslim community.
• Communicate regularly with families about student progress, school initiatives, and community engagement opportunities.
• Foster partnerships with Islamic organizations, mosques, and educational institutions.
• Oversee daily school operations, budgeting, scheduling, and compliance with educational regulations.
• Ensure a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment for all students.
• Collaborate with the school board or governing body to set goals, policies, and priorities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Education, Educational Leadership, or related field.
• Valid teaching and/or administrative certification (as per provincial/state requirements).
• Knowledge of the Ontario curriculum (or applicable local curriculum).
• Strong Islamic knowledge and commitment to practicing and promoting Islamic values.
• Experience in school leadership, administration, or teaching (minimum 5 years preferred).
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to balance academic excellence with Islamic tarbiyah (character development).
• A role model of Islamic manners and professionalism.
• Visionary leader with a collaborative approach.
• Culturally sensitive and community-oriented.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

Skills

• Educational leadership
• Curriculum development
• Staff management
• Student development
• Community relations
• School operations
• Communication
• Organization
• Interpersonal skills
• Problem-solving
• Decision-making

Work Type

• Part Time

Experience Level

• Minimum 5 years preferred

Education Level

• Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree