Job Description

Introduction

:

Safa & Marwa is a private not-for-profit Islamic School in its

28th

year of operation, located in central Mississauga. Safa & Marwa School is registered by the Ontario Ministry of Education and offers a fully accredited program from

Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12.

At Safa and Marwa, we are motivated to inspire Islamic values in our students and emphasize academic excellence, while empowering them, through character development, to contribute positively to the Canadian and global community. Our staff is qualified, dedicated, and hardworking.

Job Summary:

Safa & Marwa Islamic School is seeking a dedicated and visionary Vice Principal for the Middle and High School divisions. The VP will support the Principal in leading the academic and operational success of the school, with a strong focus on student achievement, staff development, and maintaining a faith-based, inclusive, and engaging school culture.

The ideal candidate will be a confident leader, an effective communicator, and someone who aligns deeply with the values and mission of the school.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Administration:

Assist the Principal in day-to-day school operations and strategic planning Provide instructional leadership and support the implementation of the Ontario Curriculum Lead teacher supervision, evaluation, and professional growth plans Support student discipline using a fair, consistent, and Islamic values-based approach Foster a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and high expectations

Student Achievement & Wellbeing:

Monitor student performance data and implement academic interventions as needed Promote student engagement, leadership, and well-being initiatives Oversee academic planning including course selections, credits, and graduation pathways

Staff & Parent Collaboration:

Build strong relationships with staff, students, and families Lead staff meetings, PD sessions, and teacher onboarding Communicate effectively with parents regarding student achievement, behavior, and school initiatives

Operations & School Culture:

Support school-wide events, assemblies, and extracurricular programming Promote Islamic values throughout the school culture and curriculum Ensure compliance with health and safety standards, ministry guidelines, and school policies

Qualifications:

Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) or a related field Leadership qualifications (e.g., PQP 1 and/or 2) are a strong asset Minimum 3-5 years in a leadership or administrative role Demonstrated leadership skills with a track record of improving outcomes Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities Understanding6 of and commitment to Islamic values and character development Experience working in faith-based or private school settings is an asset Valid Vulnerable Sector Screening First Aid & CPR certification is an asset

What We Offer:

A welcoming, faith-centered school community. A supportive and collaborative working environment. Ongoing professional development opportunities. Staff tuition discount for children enrolled at the school.
Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

Dental care Extended health care On-site parking Vision care
Schedule:

8 hour shift Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person