District Vice Principal - Siwal Si'wes Indigenous Education

School District #75 (Mission); Mission; On-site; CAD 142,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended medical, vision and dental

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Employee Family Assistance Program

Paid holidays, sick and vacation time

Job summary

District Vice-Principal - Siwal Si’wes Indigenous Education is a leadership role within Mission Public Schools focused on embedding Indigenous curriculum, knowledge and history into school culture. Reporting to the District Principal, the incumbent leads Indigenous education initiatives and supports staff and communities.

Responsibilities include supervising the Siwal Si’wes department, planning Indigenous-based learning opportunities, budgeting for Indigenous Education, and championing equity

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of Indigenous curriculum and culture within schools.
• Ability to work in a team with SD75 staff and unions.
• Strong relationship-building with Indigenous families and communities.
• Ability to incorporate trauma-informed practices into education strategies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the Siwal Si’wes Department and staff.
• Plan Indigenous-based learning opportunities for Siwal Si’wes and SD75 staff.
• Collaborate with principals to support Indigenous learners’ success.
• Monitor program quality and administer the budget for Indigenous Education.
• Lead equity initiatives and engage with Indigenous communities.

Skills

Stakeholder relations

Trauma-informed practices

Indigenous curriculum knowledge

Equity advocacy

Education

Masters in Educational Administration

Indigenous studies coursework

Educational leadership in unionized environment

Job description

District Vice-Principal - Siwal Si’wes Indigenous Education

School District 75 'Mission Public Schools' is a medium-sized school district in the Fraser Valley, servicing the urban centre of Mission, as well as several smaller communities running east towards the Harrison Mills/Kent area. Mission Public School District is located on the Traditional, Ancestral, Unsurrendered, and Shared territories of the Stó:lō people, ofLeq'á:mel, Semá:th, Máthxwi, Sq'éwlets , andQwó:ltl'el First Nations, stewards of this land since time immemorial.

We appreciate and embrace the vital role of all Indigenous peoples, groups, organizations, and associations residing on and within these lands. We also acknowledge and share traditional teachings of Indigenous Elders and Knowledge Keepers and the sharing of Indigenous Knowledge and Worldviews in the curriculum and throughout our workspaces.

Mission Public School District (MPSD) serves approximately 6500 students, and the geographic area has over 40,000 residents and is growing. The western portions of the district serve as an exurb to Metro Vancouver, while the eastern portion is highly rural. MPSD has 13 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, a large senior secondary, an alternate school, and a vocational college.

SUMMARY:

Reporting to the District Principal of Siwal Si’wes Indigenous Education, the District Vice-Principal performs a variety of duties related to the implementation and recommendations outlined in the TRC, UNDRIP and BC Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act. The position exercises independence of action and judgment within the limits of approved policy and procedures.

The District Vice-Principal of Indigenous Education is responsible for assisting the District Principal with the District’s Indigenous Education program with support and direction from the Ministry of Education, Indigenous Communities, and the Superintendent of Schools. The position is responsible for supporting the District Principal in leading various Indigenous initiatives and projects and specifically in the embedding of Indigenous curriculum, knowledge, and history into the school culture. The position is responsible for creating awareness, facilitating learning, and leading positive change for Equity for Indigenous learners in SD75.

RESPONSIBILITES:

• Support the District Principal with leading, supervising and managing the Siwal Si’wes Department and Staff
• Plan, and/or professional Indigenous-based learning opportunities for Siwal Si’wes and SD75 staff
• Collaborate with principals and vice-principals to develop knowledge and supports leading to success for Indigenous learners
• Implement assessments to monitor the quality of programs and services provided to Indigenous learners
• Provide inspirational leadership in Indigenous education and championing Indigenous student success
• Support the District Principal in establishing and administering the annual budget for Indigenous Education’s targeted funding
• Support the District Principal in delivering programs and managing funding in accordance with funding agreements
• Plan Indigenous-based learning opportunities for Indigenous students
• Plan, lead and/or contribute to the planning of District Indigenous Ceremonies and Events
• Lead and/or cofacilitate initiatives, such as the Equity Scan and participate in the development of action plans to address disparities
• Support in collecting, managing, collating, writing reports and sharing local and Ministry Indigenous student data
• Liaise and engage with the Siwal Si’wes Indigenous Education Advisory Council
• Engage with Indigenous communities, families and rightsholders to develop, implement, and evaluate the district’s equity initiatives.
• Support the District Principal in overseeing the Department of Indigenous Services Canada (DISC) Nominal Roll
• Support the Local Education Agreements (LEAs)
• Plan and attend regular meetings with the Education Coordinator of each Nation, including members of the school team to discuss progress and well-being of Nominal Roll Indigenous students
• Assist in the work toward creating an anti-racist culture within SD75
• Collaborate with staff, students and community members to plan and initiate engagement focused on individual experiences with inclusion, racism and discrimination within the District
• Work directly with the Senior Leadership Team, including instruction and assessment, and with the Human Resources Department on staff employment
• Respond to concerns that are identified by Indigenous students, staff, and parents
• Attend meetings (include Indigenous Student Success Meetings) to advocate for Indigenous learners
• Provide guidance on cultural protocols

QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrate knowledge and expertise in navigating relationships and interactions between and among school staff, colleagues, administrators and unions
• Extensive knowledge, understanding and sensitivity of the effects and impacts of historical educational experiences of Indigenous peoples, including transgenerational trauma
• A commitment to Indigenous student success and a fundamental belief that all learners can achieve at a high level
• Ability to incorporate trauma-sensitive practices into work practices
• Ability to cultivate and nurture positive relationships with learners and families of Indigenous ancestry
• Strong knowledge of Indigenous curriculum, culture, challenges, and opportunities within the school system
• Relationship-based ability to facilitate the development of strategies that will enhance the personal, social/emotional, cultural and educational development of Indigenous learners
• Ability to work in a team approach with SD75 staff
• Ability to engage with Indigenous community members, including parents/caregivers, and SD75 staff to support advocacy of Indigenous learners

Education and Experience:

• A Masters degree in Educational Administration and Leadership, or in progress
• Completion of Indigenous Studies, Special Education, Counseling, or related course work is preferred
• Educational Leadership experience in a unionized environment is preferred

Other:

• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Current and Valid BC Drivers License and safe driving record
• Experience in the public K – 12 education sector is preferred
• A clear Criminal Record is required for this position, with a review to be updated every five (5) years.

OUR OFFER

This position includes a comprehensive employee benefits package:

• Extended medical, vision and dental
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability
• Employee Family Assistance Program
• Paid holidays, plus sick and vacation time
• Pay range as per the BCSPEA Regional Salary for District Vice Principals – Minimum $142,315 /Maximum $149,938.
• Placement in the salary range is determined by an assessment of qualifications and ability to meet the key requirements of the job, and consideration of internal equity comparisons.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: 4:00PM, November 5, 2026

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Accommodations/adjustments are available for interviews and in the workplace. If selected for an interview Human Resources will provide information on how to request accommodation/adjustments.