School Principal

Lax Kw'alaams Wap Suwilaawksa School Principal
Date Classified: July 9, 2024
Business Unit: Lax Kw'alaams Wap Suwilaawksa
Location: Lax Kw’alaams, BC
Reporting to: Chief Administrative Officer

Lax Kw'alaams Wap Suwilaawksa is currently seeking a full-time permanent School Principal. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing administrative and leadership support for K-12 Education, which encompasses the development, updating, planning, and execution of educational programs.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Foster a sense of community within the school environment, actively engaging students, staff, parents, community members, Mayor and Council, and external organizations in the school’s programs.
- Conduct an annual review of the Strategic Plan for Education and make necessary revisions.
- Create and implement annual work plans along with associated budgets for the school and its various initiatives.
- Organize and lead educational meetings with diverse stakeholders, such as the community, staff, First Nations Schools Association, First Nation Education Steering Committee, and other governmental bodies.
- Participate in the development and ongoing assessment of comprehensive curricula across all education and training levels.
- Ensure the establishment of a safe and nurturing atmosphere that promotes well-being while upholding respectful and responsible conduct throughout the school.
- Promote a collaborative team approach, valuing each team member’s contributions, encouraging full participation, and recognizing staff efforts.
- Solicit and provide constructive feedback to the team; focus on building capacity.
- Oversee and manage the daily operational activities of the school and staff in line with the Collective Agreement.
- Allocate staff as necessary to ensure timely completion of special projects.
- Monitor school programs and initiatives, taking corrective measures when required to guarantee the efficient use of financial, human resources, and capital assets.
- Collaborate with internal departments to fulfill reporting deadlines and compliance requirements.
- Prepare reports for funding agencies related to financial support for programs and activities.
- Undertake other relevant tasks as assigned within the scope of the role.

Education, Experience, Qualifications:
- A Master’s degree in education or a related field, paired with a minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience, which includes 3 years of classroom teaching in adult basic skills and 2 years of supervisory experience; or a suitable combination of experience and training that demonstrates the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities for the role.
- Principal certification and/or a commitment to obtaining Principal’s certification.
- A current BC Teacher's Certificate in good standing and at least five (5) years of experience in a related area.
- A solid understanding of First Nations adult and post-secondary education, as well as First Nations issues in BC.
- Familiarity with Ministry Curriculum and Assessment Documents.
- Experience within a First Nation educational context with Indigenous Services Canada (ISC).
- Knowledgeable about government policies, programs, and curricula.
- Strong organizational capabilities and the ability to juggle multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines.
- A valid BC driver’s license with a clean driving record.
- A current Criminal Record Check, including a Vulnerable Sector Screening, is required as a condition of employment.

Submission Deadline: Open until filled.
In accordance with Section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code, preference may be given to applicants of Indigenous Ancestry.

We encourage all interested candidates to apply confidentially to the HR Department at hr_mgr@laxband.com.