Principalship

ADMINISTRATIVE VACANCY PRINCIPALSHIP –LAKES DISTRICT SECONDARY SCHOOL

Start Date: August 1, 2026

Position: 1.0 FTE Continuing

Application Deadline: Friday, April 10, 2026 – 4:00 pm Location: Burns Lake, BC

Nechako Lakes School District gratefully acknowledges that we live, work, and play on the unceded, ancestral territories of fourteen First Nations representing the Dakelh, Nedut'en and Wet'suwet'en peoples. We are working diligently towards creating equity for our learners through conscious acts of Reconciliation.

The School District:

We serve 2,825 students in our standard schools and an additional 900 FTEs at EBUS Academy, one of the largest online schools in British Columbia. Our region has affordable housing, welcoming communities, and a lower cost of living than many other regions. Come and enjoy over 200 lakes, rivers and streams and an abundance of outdoor recreation at your doorstep.

The Community :

The village of Burns Lake and the surrounding area stand out for their rich First Nations culture and exceptional mountain biking and hiking trail networks. In winter, the area transforms into a haven for cross-country skiing, fat-tire biking, snowshoeing, and snowmobiling enthusiasts. Nestled in the heart

of the Lakes District, Burns Lake is surrounded by many lakes, offering year-round fishing, hunting, and

a variety of water sports during the summer months.

The local First Nations, including Wetʼsuwetʼen First Nation, Lake Babine Nation, Cheslatta Carrier Nation, Ts'il Kaz Koh First Nation, Skin Tyee First Nation, and Nee-Tahi-Buhn Band, contribute to the historical, cultural and economic diversity of the region.

Functioning as a central hub, the town supports local industries such as logging, saw-milling, mining, and tourism. It serves as the primary commercial center for the surrounding areas, including François Lake, Colleymount, Grassy Plains, Topley, and Granisle. Burns Lake offers cafes, pubs, restaurants, retail stores and essential services, including a new modern hospital.

The Ideal Candidate:

The ideal candidate is an outstanding leader with a visionary, innovative approach, placing students at the center. They are compassionate listeners with a proven track record in public school leadership, especially in serving school communities with diverse learner needs. Proficient in current learning theories, they advocate for lifelong learning and maintain strong interpersonal and communication skills. Their consultative leadership style is characterized by effective decision-making and collaboration with stakeholders and Rightsholders. Committed to excellence, diversity, Truth and Reconciliation, they actively contribute to the school and community. As a valued administrative

team member, they demonstrate dedication, compassion, technological proficiency, and a deep understanding of education, emphasizing a safe and caring school environment through positive relationships.

Qualifications and Abilities:

• A recognized Master's degree in educational leadership or related field
• Valid BC Teacher Certification
• Demonstrated ability as an effective instructional leader with successful administrative experience
• Experience and demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with staff, parents, First Nations and the broader community to enhance student achievement
• Awareness and sensitivity to current educational issues, reflective professional practice and the changing nature of instruction
• Experience using qualitative and quantitative data to inform school planning, instruction and learning
• Demonstrated knowledge of current research in instructional practices related to effective literacy and numeracy instruction
• Proven knowledge of effective intervention support systems and practices
• Demonstrated knowledge of inclusive education and current teaching strategies and programs to support learning assistance and students with diverse needs
• Demonstrated ability as a team-builder to support and strengthen teaching and learning practices that focus on student success
• Knowledge of current assessment and reporting strategies and practices in BC
• Demonstrated ability in developing and implementing strategic school planning that aligns with the strategic goals of the organization
• Commitment to school/community involvement
• Knowledge and appreciation of local Indigenous culture and learning, as well as a successful history of building positive and meaningful relationships that focus on student success
• Knowledge of school contractual and budgetary matters
• Working knowledge of Office 365, MyEdBC and various technological platforms

• Demonstrated commitment to the BC Human Rights Code and experience in creating inclusive, safe, and equitable environments that uphold the rights and dignity of all members of the school community
• Demonstrated commitment to the elimination of gaps in student achievement outcomes for all learners and the elimination of all forms of racism and discrimination

• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development, learning, and awareness of cultural humility for local Indigenous histories, traditions, and ways of being
• Possess the requisite skills to align professional practices and initiatives consistent with the calls to action under the Truth and Reconciliation Commission and Board's Strategic Plan

• Approximately 310 FTE students (grades 8-12); 35% Indigenous students; 40 teaching and non-teaching staff members
• An active, involved Indigenous Education Committee and Parent Advisory Council to support student learning and wellbeing

The salary range for this position is determined by the BC Public Service Employer Association (BCPSEA). Placement on the salary range is dependent on qualifications and experience.

• Current salary range: $154,402 - $162,675*
• Moving reimbursement allowance
• Recruitment & monthly retention allowance
• Excellent benefits based on the provincial exempt package

Qualified candidates should forward their application, including resumé, cover letter, and three current professional, supervisory references to:

Heather Silver, Executive Assistant to the Superintendent

School District 91 (Nechako Lakes) - P.O. Box 129, Vanderhoof, BC, V0J 3A0

Phone : (250) 567-2284 Fax: (250) 567-4639

E-Mail: hsilver@sd91.bc.ca

The successful candidate will be required to complete a Criminal Record Search pursuant to BC's Criminal Records Review Act, which will be subject to review by the Nechako Lakes School District.