After 16 years of
outstanding leadership, St. Clement’s School’s well-respected and much-loved
Principal is retiring in the summer of 2027, prompting the school to seek its
next leader.
Celebrating 125 years of
educational excellence, St. Clement’s School (SCS)
is a leading independent girls’ school in Toronto, known for its
academic rigour and small, nurturing environment. SCS is a close‑knit community
that treasures creativity, diversity, and innovation, where students from
Grades 1 to 12 live, learn, and grow together under one roof. At SCS, every
student is personally known and supported. Guided by its mission to develop
outstanding women who are intellectually curious, courageous, and
compassionate, the school’s approach emphasizes community, wellbeing, and
empowerment. The goal is for each of the 480 students to embrace the journey of
learning, not just the destination.
The Principal is accountable to the
Board of Governors and will have overall responsibility for the leadership of
the school, both academic and administrative. Building on a strong foundation
and working in close partnership with the Board, the Principal will advance the
academic program through the implementation of updated pedagogy, sharpen the
articulation of SCS’s unique brand, refine the school’s approach to
advancement, continue to deepen relationships with all constituents, and lead
the renewal of the school’s strategic plan. The Principal fosters a warm,
dynamic, and healthy school community while serving as a visible, trusted, and
relational presence in the daily life of the school.
The ideal candidate will
bring significant leadership and administrative experience, ideally gained in
an independent school, with strong business and financial acumen, and the
ability and willingness to lead the school’s philanthropic efforts. With a
passion for girls’ education, they will be a curious, reflective, and strategic
leader who understands how to evolve and advance pedagogy, including the
thoughtful integration of emerging technologies. The Principal will be an
exceptional relationship builder and communicator and will demonstrate how they
have actively engaged members of their school community.
St. Clement’s School is
committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. SCS values each community
member’s identity and wellbeing. The SCS community learns and grows by
embracing multiple perspectives, experiences, and cultures. St. Clement’s is an
equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified
candidates. Accommodations will be provided upon request to support applicants
with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.
Applications are
encouraged immediately and should be submitted online at https://careers.odgers.com/en-ca/31162.
The search committee’s consideration of candidates will commence in late June
and continue over the summer. The successful candidate is expected to be
announced in the fall of 2026, and the new Principal will assume the position
in the summer of 2027. Inquiries and accommodation requests should be directed
to Julia Robarts and Cora Hui of Odgers at scsprincipal@odgers.com