Manager, Learning Experiences – Forum for Change

Support Position

Closing Date: May 09, 2025

Job Term: Full Time

We are seeking an individual who is inspired by our mission and whose beliefs align with our core values of integrity, compassion, inquiry and courage, and reflects our core competencies to join Havergal College as Manager, Learning Experiences – Forum for Change. This is a full-time, 10 month contract position.

Why Havergal is the Place to Be

Founded in 1894 and located on a beautiful 22-acre campus in midtown Toronto, Canada, Havergal College is one of Canada’s pre-eminent independent schools for girls from Junior Kindergarten through Grade 12. At Havergal College, we believe that great schools are made up of great people. With a rich history spanning over 130 years, we are committed to offering a contemporary liberal arts education, which is rooted in the Anglican tradition. Our mission is to prepare young women to make a difference. Through our outstanding academic and cocurricular programs, and a cohesive and collegial team of faculty and administration staff, we nurture a culture of capability that fosters self-confidence, leadership, critical thinking and global-mindedness within our students.

We take pride in attracting and retaining highly-qualified faculty and administration staff to ensure that our school remains at the forefront of educational excellence. Join us in this transformative journey of education, working together to empower young women to make a positive difference in our world.

We are committed to building a diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace. We believe that an inclusive environment fosters a culture of mutual respect, creativity and innovation, collaboration and accountability. To this end, we encourage applications from all qualified candidates with a diverse range of experiences and perspectives, including women, BIPOC (Black, Indigenous and People of Colour) peoples, LGBTQ2S+, and persons with disabilities to join our thriving team.  We seek candidates who are committed to nurturing a community where integrity, compassion, inquiry and courage thrive. 

The Position

The Manager, Learning Experiences of the Forum for Change reports to the Director, Forum for Change, and leads the Global Experience Program and coordinates student initiatives across the Upper School. This role supports the design and implementation of dynamic, future-ready learning experiences that foster Havergal’s Global Competencies and deepen students’ understanding of People, Perspective, Partnership, and Place. Working closely with Forum for Change colleagues, faculty, and students, the Manager builds capacity across the community to live the school’s values: integrity, inquiry, courage, and compassion.

Specific Accountabilities

  • Support the Director, Forum for Change in the development of Global Programming broadly:
    • Global Experience and the Global Learning Projects programming.
    • Round Square programming. 
    • Faculty and Risk mitigation support PD for our trip leaders.
    • Student training for participating in Global Programming.
  • Mentoring the Forum for Change Council and Prefect.
  • Develop and implement programming for Havergal’s Global Competencies:
    • Global competency curriculum education across the school community.
    • Integration with other frameworks from Equity, Diversity, Belonging and Inclusion (EDIB), Wellbeing, Leadership and Teaching and Learning.
    • Creation of modules that bring these competencies to life for our students involved in Global Learning Projects and Round Square programming.
    • Support of faculty professional development (PD) with these global competencies.
  • Preparation of annual reporting.
  • Manage UNESCO programming and membership by:
    • Supporting the programing of the Sustainability Council and Prefect
    • Attending monthly UNESCO meetings
  • Coordinate Students’ Act Now programming by:
    • Serving as the First point of contact for assessing and supporting student initiatives intake.
    • Coordinating with Upper School Student committee on student involvement and initiatives
  • Lead the development and management of flagship/magnet specialty experiential programs under development.
  • Communicate programming to the broader community.
  • Support, as appropriate, the other programs of the Forum for Change.
  • This role works closely with students and faculty in the development, implementation and evaluation of programming. They are also working with third-party partners and parents on external program offerings.

Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience

  • A practice of and within intercultural competencies and global partnerships.
  • A proven practice of global education, including risk management and development of intentional, high quality global experiences, including travel and supervision.
  • Relevant university qualifications at the Bachelor level.
  • A minimum of 3 years exemplary and/or related teaching experience.
  • Experience in project management is an asset.
  • Experience in an independent school is an asset.
  • Enthusiasm to work from the disposition of People, Partnership, Perspective and Place.
  • A commitment toward continued professional development and growth.
  • Strong interpersonal, organizational, time-management and communication skills.
  • Able to work in a self-directed manner appropriate to changing needs.
  • A proven commitment to working successfully in collaborative environments, both face to face and virtually with students and colleagues.
  • Energy, commitment and a readiness to participate in the co-curricular program the diverse life of the school community.
Demonstrated ability and commitment to the Core Competencies of:
  • Inclusive Excellence
  • Collaboration & Teamwork
  • Integrity & Trust
  • Learning Agility
  • Communication
  • Growth Mindset

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply and express their interest to HC Careers no later than May 9, 2025. This job posting is for an existing vacancy.

Havergal College thanks all applicants in advance. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Havergal College is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process, and work environment in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). We will be happy to work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. If you require accommodations, please contact Cathy LeBlanc at 416-483-3519 ext. 6526 or by email at [email protected].