Joseph O'Connor Email & Phone Number

Joseph's educational philosophy is to foster transformative and sustainable change while focusing on improved achievement for all. He believes it is quintessential to prepare educators for the 21st century by providing safe and equitable educational environments that are inclusive and engaging. In his different leadership roles, Joseph has learned when to utilize his strengths and when to call upon the strengths of others. He is transparent and operates in an open manner. As a leader Joseph articulates the school’s and board’s vision which provides teachers, administrators and parents with clear expectations and identified priorities that are critical for student success. Joseph assists in nurturing positive interpersonal relationships and recognizes the importance of open and ongoing dialogue with schools throughout the system. Joseph has a firm grasp on what success looks like and can think long-term. A key characteristic he holds is to inspire and build relationships that foster purposeful interaction while instilling others with the confidence to express their ideas and opinions, engage in dialogue, support others, while also being willing to compromise.Improving school achievement as well as mental health form the basis of the work Joseph carries out as an educational leader. Joseph helps schools commit to the concept of student and staff learning by providing technical expertise and instruction of current and emerging technologies. He ensures that each and every staff member, regardless of gender, race or ability is provided with assistance by developing appropriate training resources. Joseph guides schools and educators to be results-orientated and help evaluate effectiveness on measurable results. A key feature of Joseph's educational philosophy is promoting a growth mindset while harnessing the collective knowledge and skills of educators throughout the board and province which provides a powerful mechanism for improving student learning.

Listed skills include Public Speaking, Teaching, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, and 35 others.