Mark O'Connor
Windsor,ON
Summary
Dynamic educational consultant with extensive experience at OCSB, specializing in student pathway planning and academic coaching. Proven track record in curriculum design and exceptional learner support, empowering students to achieve their goals. Adept at mentoring teams and fostering collaboration, ensuring successful transitions for high school students across Ontario.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Educational Consultant
EmpowerEd
01.2024 - Current
- Provide individualized learning planning support, academic pathway advising, transition guidance, course selection strategy, university preparation counselling, and school navigation consulting for high school students and families across Ontario.
Vice-Principal, St. Nicholas Adult High School
OCSB
07.2022 - 06.2025
- Administered virtual learning environment portfolio.
- Mentored teaching teams and collaborated with Administration.
- Supported curriculum development in Brightspace.
- Monitored student access and engagement.
- Advised teachers on exceptional learners.
Lead Principal, OCSB Summer School
OCSB
06.2023 - 08.2024
- Planned and coordinated multiple sites.
- Interviewed and hired staff.
- Oversaw e-learning and in-person course delivery.
- Supervised staffing for Student Success and Credit Recovery.
Site Principal, OCSB Summer School
OCSB
06.2021 - 08.2022
- Led staff deployment, evaluation, and mentorship.
- Coordinated synchronous instruction issues.
- Approved field trips and budgets.
Vice-Principal, All Saints High School
OCSB
07.2017 - 06.2022
- Supervised staff and supported student success planning.
- Managed school discipline and policy implementation.
Vice-Principal, OCSB Summer School, Holy Trinity HS location
OCSB
06.2018 - 08.2020
- Supervised English and Math departments.
- Managed IEPs, exams, and course outlines.
Vice-Principal, St. Peter High School
OCSB
07.2015 - 06.2017
- Leadership responsibilities consistent with All Saints HS role.
Department Head of Physical Education & Athletic Director
Notre Dame High School
07.2013 - 06.2015
- Led physical education initiatives and athletic programming.
- Managed budgets and coordinated athletic facilities.
Curriculum Consultant, Secondary Health & Physical Education
OCSB & Notre Dame HS
07.2012 - 06.2013
- Planned system-wide SIPSA/BIPSA implementation.
- Led instructional practice and mentorship for HPE teachers.
Department Head of Physical Education & Athletic Director
St. Francis Xavier Catholic HS
07.2011 - 06.2012
- Managed curriculum, athletics, budgeting, and facilities.
Secondary Teacher
Holy Trinity Catholic High School
01.1995 - 12.2011
- Taught Physical Education, Business Studies, Contemporary Studies, Social Sciences, and more.
Education
Bachelor of Education -
University of Windsor
01.1994
Management Studies Diploma (Business) -
Wilfrid Laurier University
01.1993
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) - Psychology with Physical Education Coaching Option
Wilfrid Laurier University
01.1992
Skills
- Core competencies
- Student pathway planning
- Educational consulting and advocacy
- Student assessment and learning plans
- High Performance Athlete university preparation
- Special education navigation and IEP support
- Academic coaching and mentorship
- Curriculum design and instruction
- Academic advising
School Leadership
- Chair, Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committee (multiple schools)
- Urban Education Cohort Liaison
- Leadership Team roles, event leadership, awards committee leadership
Sports Recreation Leadership
- Development 1 Coaching Certification
- Extensive 30+ year coaching experience in high school and community organizations
- High Performance athlete coaching in track and field and hockey
- Founder and coach for Elite spring hockey program
- Tournament Director roles
- OFSAA Track and Field leadership roles
References
Available upon request
System Leadership
- Committee Member, CPCO Constitution and Bylaws Committee, 2020-2021
- NTIP Committee, OPHEA Safety Guidelines Panel, Assessment & Evaluation Inquiry
- Presenter and Lead Writer roles across Board initiatives and provincial curriculum projects
Leadership Training
- Journey Into Leadership Program (OCSB), Curriculum Leaders & Department Heads, 2009-2010
- Journey Into Leadership I & II (OCSB), 2008-2010
- Multiple provincial conferences, coaching conferences, and symposiums
Timeline
Educational Consultant
EmpowerEd
01.2024 - Current
Lead Principal, OCSB Summer School
OCSB
06.2023 - 08.2024
Vice-Principal, St. Nicholas Adult High School
OCSB
07.2022 - 06.2025
Site Principal, OCSB Summer School
OCSB
06.2021 - 08.2022
Vice-Principal, OCSB Summer School, Holy Trinity HS location
OCSB
06.2018 - 08.2020
Vice-Principal, All Saints High School
OCSB
07.2017 - 06.2022
Vice-Principal, St. Peter High School
OCSB
07.2015 - 06.2017
Department Head of Physical Education & Athletic Director
Notre Dame High School
07.2013 - 06.2015
Curriculum Consultant, Secondary Health & Physical Education
OCSB & Notre Dame HS
07.2012 - 06.2013
Department Head of Physical Education & Athletic Director
St. Francis Xavier Catholic HS
07.2011 - 06.2012
Secondary Teacher
Holy Trinity Catholic High School
01.1995 - 12.2011
Bachelor of Education -
University of Windsor
Management Studies Diploma (Business) -
Wilfrid Laurier University
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) - Psychology with Physical Education Coaching Option
Wilfrid Laurier University