Principal Pool - Elementary

Sd62; Victoria; On-site; CAD 153,000 - 162,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Pension plan

Job summary

Sooke School District No. 62 (SD62) in British Columbia is seeking exceptional educational leaders to join our Elementary Principal Pool.

Principals provide instructional and organizational leadership that fosters safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environments where students and staff thrive. Ideal candidates will demonstrate a commitment to equity and inclusion, strong relationship-building skills, and the ability to lead collaborative, high-performing school communities aligned with the

Qualifications

• Master's degree in educational leadership or related area as a requirement.
• BC teaching certificate valid for a principal role in BC.
• Minimum three years of recent and exemplary experience as a principal or vice principal.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional and organizational leadership to create safe, inclusive learning environments.
• Lead school-based and district initiatives and collaborate with staff to support growth.
• Model equity, inclusion, and community engagement in daily practice.

Skills

Personal Excellence

Leadership Excellence

Critical Thinking

Creativity

Systems Thinking

Relationship Building

Community Engagement

Growth Mindset

Communication & Collaboration

Education

Master's Degree in Educational Leadership

Bachelor's Degree in Education

Valid BC Teaching Certificate

Job description

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 thetraditional territories of the T'Sou-ke Nation, SINEW (Beecher Bay) Nation, and the Nuu-chah-nulth: Paaiidat (Pacheedaht) Nation. Some of our schools are located on the traditional territory of the MÁLEXE (Malahat) Nation, and the Lkn peoples of Songhees and Esquimalt Nations. 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.

The Sooke School District is seeking exceptional educational leaders to join our Elementary Principal Pool. Principals provide instructional and organizational leadership that fosters safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environments where students and staff thrive. Ideal candidates will demonstrate a commitment to equity and inclusion, strong relationship-building skills, and the ability to lead collaborative, high-performing school communities aligned with the District's priorities of Learning, Engagement, and Growth. Candidates selected for the pool will be considered for future elementary principal opportunities as they arise within the district. As an ideal candidate, you:

• Strive for Personal Excellence
• Think Critically and Creatively
• Use a Systems Thinking Approach
• Build Relationships
• Cultivate Community
• Practice a Growth Mindset
• Encourage Employee Growth
• Effectively Communicate and Collaborate
• Provide a Strategic Focus

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 thetraditional territories of the T'Sou-ke Nation, SINEW (Beecher Bay) Nation, and the Nuu-chah-nulth: Paaiidat (Pacheedaht) Nation. Some of our schools are located on the traditional territory of the MÁLEXE (Malahat) Nation, and the Lkn peoples of Songhees and Esquimalt Nations. 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 Sooke School District is seeking exceptional educational leaders to join our Elementary Principal Pool. Principals provide instructional and organizational leadership that fosters safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environments where students and staff thrive. Ideal candidates will demonstrate a commitment to equity and inclusion, strong relationship-building skills, and the ability to lead collaborative, high-performing school communities aligned with the District's priorities of Learning, Engagement, and Growth. Candidates selected for the pool will be considered for future elementary principal opportunities as they arise within the district. As an ideal candidate, you:

• Strive for Personal Excellence
• Model Leadership Excellence
• Think Critically and Creatively
• Use a Systems Thinking Approach
• Build Relationships
• Cultivate Community
• Practice a Growth Mindset
• Encourage Employee Growth
• Effectively Communicate and Collaborate
• Provide a Strategic Focus

• Master's Degree in Educational Leadership or related area
• Bachelor's Degree in Education
• Valid BC Teaching Certificate
• Minimum of three (3) years of recent and exemplary experience as a Principal or Vice Principal, preferably in an elementary (K-5) setting, demonstrating a strong understanding of the unique development and educational needs of elementary students
• Experience leading school-based and/or district initiatives and programs
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Experience incorporating Indigenous perspectives and ways of knowing into learning for all students
• Experience leading in a unionized public-school setting, preferably using the BC curriculum

The salary range for this full-time position is $152,959 to $161,618 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. If you require assistance,

please see r detailed instructions. The deadline for submissions is 12:00 pmon October 5, 2026.

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.