Principal and Vice Principal Eligibility Pools

Sd68; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 134,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Nanaimo Ladysmith Public Schools invites applications from dynamic, student-centered educators for placement in our Principal and Vice Principal Eligibility Pools. We seek innovative leaders who embody truth and reconciliation, equity, diversity, and inclusion, and who will advance the District’s Strategic Plan and support the Board Goals of Student Success, Wellness, and Truth and Reconciliation.

Successful candidates will demonstrate evidence-informed decision making, the ability to engage and

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership or related field.
• BC TRB certification or eligibility.
• Successful teaching and school-based leadership experience.
• Commitment to truth and reconciliation and inclusive practices.
• Knowledge of MTSS, Self-Regulated Learning, and Inquiry-Based Learning.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Energy, integrity, and collaborative leadership.

Responsibilities

• Foster strong learning environments and cultures of belonging.
• Lead evidence-informed decision making and instructional improvement.
• Engage and support staff, aligning with district priorities.
• Collaborate to advance the district's strategic plan and board goals.

Skills

Leadership

Staff engagement

Communication

Conflict resolution

Equity & inclusion

Strategic planning

Education

Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership, Curriculum, Administration, or related field

BC TRB certification or eligibility

Job description

Nanaimo Ladysmith Public Schools (NLPS) is currently inviting applications from dynamic, student-centered educators, for placement in our Principal and Vice Principal Eligibility Pools!

We are seeking innovative leaders who embody the values of truth and reconciliation, equity, diversity, and inclusion, and who are committed to advancing the District’s Strategic Plan as well as supporting the Board Goals of Student Success, Student and Employee Wellness, and Truth and Reconciliation.

Join Our Team

NLPS resides within the traditional territories of the Snuneymuxw, Snaw-naw-as and Stz'uminus First Nations and is a proud community partner with the Tillicum Lelum Aboriginal Friendship Centre and the Mid Island Metis Nation.

Employing more than 2,200 professionals all committed to the education of more than 15,000 students, all NLPS staff are integral to the excellent education system and the positive workplaces within and throughout the district.

Learn more about who we are and what we offer on our website at www.sd68.bc.ca.

About the Role

School leaders play a critical role in fostering strong learning environments, guiding transformative change, and building cultures of belonging.

As such, successful candidates to these Pools must demonstrate evidence-informed decision making, the ability to engage and support staff, as well as a strong commitment to student-centered practice, aligned with district priorities.

Required Qualifications and Education

• Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership, Curriculum, Administration, or related field (or active graduate student toward completion) required.
• A valid BC TRB certification or eligibility.
• Successful teaching and school-based leadership experience.
• Demonstrated commitment to truth and reconciliation as well as inclusive practices.
• Knowledge of instructional improvement frameworks such as MTSS, Self-Regulated Learning, and Inquiry-Based Learning.
• Proven ability to engage, support, and manage staff.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Supported by energy, integrity, and collaborative leadership aligned with district and board priorities.

Assignment: As noted, this is a Pool position; appointment to a Principal or Vice Principal Pool does not guarantee placement as a Principal or Vice Principal within the District.

Compensation: If/when assigned to a Principal or Vice Principal position, out of the Pool, the following annual ranges apply:

• Elementary Principal - $152,959 - $161,618
• Elementary Vice Principal - $134,174 - $141,771
• Secondary Principal - $161,618 - $170,277
• Secondary Vice Principal - $141,771 - $149,364

With your application, please further provide a minimum two professional references from supervisors or managers in a workplace or volunteer setting.

To all applicants: thank you for your interest, please be advised that only those applicants being considered for shortlisting and/or shortlisted will be contacted.

Nanaimo Ladysmith Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer, committed to merit-based hiring and equitable employment practices.