Principal Pool - Elementary

at  School District 62 Sooke

Adjacent to Victoria on southern Vancouver Island, Sooke School District is the fastest growing school district on Vancouver Island and one of the fastest growing districts in British Columbia. With a commitment to transformational growth and operational excellence, our vibrant workplace culture reflects the dynamic communities where we live, work, and play. SD62 serves five municipalities: Langford, Colwood, Metchosin, Sooke and the Highlands and is on the traditional territories of the Coast Salish: T’Sou-ke Nation and Scia’new Nation and Nuu-chah-nulth: Pacheedaht Nation. Some of our schools are located on the traditional territory of Esquimalt Nation and Songhees Nation. The district is a major employer in our region, with over 2,300 educators and support staff serving more than 14,000 students. The Board of Education has developed a future-oriented Strategic Plan that focuses on three priority areas: Learning, Engagement, and Growth.
Principal Pool - Elementary
The Principal role is a key leadership position which is responsible for the operation of our schools in a manner that promotes optimum student learning and fosters an inclusive and welcoming environment. As an ideal candidate, you:
Strive for Personal Excellence
Think Critically and Creatively
Build Relationships
Practice a Growth Mindset
Effectively Communicate and Collaborate
Model Leadership Excellence
Use a Systems Thinking Approach
Cultivate Community
Encourage Employee Growth
Provide a Strategic Focus

AND HAVE THE REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE NOTED BELOW:

Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership or related area
Bachelor’s Degree in Education
Valid BC teaching certificate or eligibility for certification
Minimum of three (3) years of recent and exemplary service as a principal/vice principal, preferably in grades K-5 demonstrating knowledge and understanding of the unique needs and characteristics of students at the elementary school level
Experience leading programs and initiatives at the school and/or district level
Experience in fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion
Experience incorporating Indigenous education into learning activities for all students
Experience leading in a unionized public-school setting using the BC curriculum preferred
The salary range for this full-time position is $149,228 to $157,676 per annum. Initial placement within the range is based on related education and experience. Sooke School District offers a competitive benefits package and pension plan.
Please submit a cover letter and a resume including references, on the Make a Future website.
If you require assistance, please see How to Apply for detailed instructions.
The deadline for submissions is 12:00 pm on February 5, 2025.
We thank all those that apply; however, only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.
School District No. 62 (Sooke) is an equal opportunity employer.
We are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion in a workplace that is free of discrimination and harassment.
Our educational environments are welcoming and safe. Our staff and students value and appreciate our differences

Please refer the Job description for details