Education Director

Summary :

• Provide vision and direction for the Education Department, including early childhood, elementary, secondary, post-secondary, and adult education programs.
• Supervise, mentor, and support education staff, ensuring a professional, collaborative, and student-centered team environment.
• Develop and implement departmental work plans, policies, and performance measures.
• Ensure effective delivery of all education programs and services, including special education supports, tutoring, cultural programming, and student assistance.
• Lead the development of new initiatives to address community needs, including adult learning, skills training, and cultural revitalization.
• Oversee and monitor student success, retention, and graduation outcomes.
• Manage departmental budgets, funding agreements, and reporting requirements with accuracy and accountability.
• Ensure compliance with TFN’s Financial Administration Law and ISC reporting requirements.
• Pursue new funding opportunities to strengthen and expand education services.
• Serve as TFN’s primary liaison with District School Board Ontario North East (DSB1), post-secondary institutions, and other education partners.
• Advocate for TFN’s interests in regional and national education networks.
• Collaborate with families, staff, and community stakeholders to ensure educational programs reflect TFN’s priorities and values.
• Support ongoing departmental reviews and realignment processes to enhance accountability and effectiveness.
• Align education programs with TFN’s strategic goals, including pay equity, student supports, and cultural and language revitalization.
• Report regularly to the General Director and Chief & Council on departmental progress and challenges.