Director of Education and Secretary to the Board, CDSB of Eastern Ontario

The Catholic District School Board of Eastern Ontario is seeking a dynamic, visionary and collaborative leader who has demonstrated their exemplary commitment and dedication to mission and ministry of Catholic Education. The effective date of appointment will be July 1, 2025.

The Catholic District School Board of Eastern Ontario (CDSBEO) serves eight (8) counties in the region including Lanark, Leeds, Grenville, Dundas, Stormont, Glengarry, Prescott and Russell Counties. The Board’s jurisdiction covers a large area of over 12,000 square kilometers, and includes 39 elementary and 10 secondary schools, in addition to adult and alternative education programs. The Board provides Catholic education to more than 13,000 students and employs approximately 1,500 teachers and support staff.

Reporting to the elected board seven (7) Trustees, the Director will play a crucial role in advancing CDSBEO’s vision, mission, new 2025-2030 multi-year strategic plan, and the ministry of Catholic Education while promoting equity, student achievement and well-being. As per the Education Act, the Director also serves as the Secretary to the Board.

The successful candidate will be an inspiring Catholic leader who demonstrates a strong commitment to Gospel values, the teachings of Christ and the Catholic Church. They will bring an outstanding record of achievement, including depth and breadth of experience and credentials, with the ability to lead a complex Catholic school board in Ontario. They will have the ability to effectively communicate at all levels to continue to build upon strong internal and external relationships and partnerships, while utilizing an open, engaging and highly collaborative style of leadership.

A detailed Candidate Profile is currently under development. Interested candidates are invited to request further information and/or a copy of the Candidate Profile for the role by contacting Jordene Lyttle at Jordene.lyttle@promeus.ca or (416) 409-4185 or Michael Nasello at michaelnasello7@gmail.com or (705) 772-3022 directly. To apply, please submit in PDF format: a detailed cover letter and curriculum vitae; a separate list of three (3) professional references (who will not be contacted without prior consent); and a current, written pastoral reference to resumes@promeus.ca quoting project CDSBEO2025 on or before 12:00 noon on Friday, May 2, 2025.  All applications and inquiries will be treated as confidential.

Promeus Inc. and CDSBEO are committed to employment equity, diversity and inclusion. We actively encourage applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, without exception. An inclusive, barrier-free selection process is ensured, and accommodation measures are available upon request. Information received relating to accommodation needs will be addressed confidentially.