Vice Principal École Élémentaire Bastion Elementary School

K̓wsaltktnéws ne Secwepemcúl’ecw School District No. 83; Salmon Arm; On-site; CAD 130,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

K̓wsaltktnéws ne Secwepemcúl’ecw School District No. 83 seeks a Vice Principal for École Élémentaire Bastion. The ideal candidate will be bilingual in English and French, with a strong commitment to educational leadership and community engagement. This role offers a competitive salary and is set to start on August 1, 2025. Applicants should have a BC Teacher Certification and experience enhancing outcomes for Indigenous learners.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of successful teaching experience.
• Bilingual in French and English.
• Experience supporting Indigenous learners.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in educational and operational activities.
• Engage parents and the community in learning.
• Reinforce high expectations for student behaviour.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Conflict resolution

Leadership

Team-building

Emotional intelligence

Education

British Columbia Teacher Regulation Branch certification

Completion of a post-graduate program

Job description

S.D. 83 - AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

POSITION VACANCY: VICE PRINCIPAL

École Élémentaire Bastion Elementary School

School District No. 83 K̓wsaltktnéws ne Secwepemcúl’ecw is inviting applications for an upcoming vice principal position at École Élémentaire Bastion Elementary, a dual track English and French Immersion Kindergarten to Grade Five school located in Salmon Arm, B.C. The successful candidate will be bilingual in French and English and will be assigned to École Élémentaire Bastion Elementary starting August 1, 2025.

Our District

In School District No. 83, we serve just over 6,700 students in 24 schools across a variety of sites around Shuswap Lake and the North Okanagan. We are known for strong academic achievement, a thriving trades and careers program, and a rich culture of school athletics. The district enjoys comprehensive Local Education Agreements with four First Nations bands. One elementary, one middle, and two secondary schools offer French Immersion.

Our Communities

With year-round recreational activities in a spectacular natural setting, we offer a small-town atmosphere with big city services. You’ll find musical and theatre performances, garden markets, wineries, and opportunities for boating, biking, hiking, skiing, and golf nearby. The North Okanagan-Shuswap area provides quick access to larger centers and affordable housing, making it a desirable place to live.

The Position

Qualifications

The vice principal provides leadership and support for educational and operational activities in the school environment. The successful candidate should possess the following qualifications, experiences, and attributes:

• British Columbia Teacher Regulation Branch certification or eligibility
• Completion of a post-graduate program or current enrollment in one
• At least five years of successful teaching experience
• Bilingual in French and English (speaking and writing)
• Experience with improving outcomes for Indigenous learners and a commitment to Truth and Reconciliation
• Leadership in assessment and reporting
• Ability to reinforce high expectations for student behaviour through a restitution model
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and conflict resolution skills
• Experience working with collective agreements in a unionized environment
• Strong leadership, team-building, and managerial skills
• Innovative practices to engage all learners
• Competence in using technology for teaching, learning, and productivity
• Interest and skill in engaging parents and the community in learning and school life
• Strong emotional intelligence

The Process

Please submit your application package via Make a Future by noon on Monday, June 16, 2025. Your application should include a brief cover letter, a resume summarizing related experiences, a statement of educational philosophy, and up to five confidential references. Reference letters are optional but may be considered.

The annual salary range for this position is $130,540.00 to $145,318.00.

Questions regarding the position and application process may be directed to Michelle Guillou, Assistant Superintendent of Schools, at [phone], or Donna Kriger, Superintendent of Schools, at [phone].

We appreciate all interest in this position. Only those selected for further interviews will be contacted by the District.

SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 83 – AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER