Elementary School Principal

P RINCIPAL

S k 'aad g aa Naay Elementary School

Location: Skidegate Reserve Land,BC

Grades: Kindergarten to Grade 7

Student Population: Approximately 135 students

SalaryRange: $159,802- $168,849 per year

A N E XCEPTIONAL L EADERSHIP O PPORTUNITY

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced educational leader to join a school community that is deeply connected to Haida culture and student success. We are seeking a Principal who has the understanding and commitment to the Calls to Action of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, including the eradication of existing and persistent equity gaps for specific groups of children. The successful applicant will value collaboration, demonstrate strong instructional leadership, and be committed to fostering meaningful connections among students, staff, families, and community.

W HY H AIDA G WAII ?

Haida Gwaii, located off the northern coast of British Columbia, is an archipelago of more than 150 islands known for its extraordinary natural beauty and rich Haida culture. The islands offer a unique lifestyle and a remarkable setting for educational leadership, with opportunities to enjoy history, archaeology and many other outdoor recreational activities.

W E ARE SEEKING THE FOLLOWING LEADERSHIP SKILLS , KNOWLEDGE AND QUALITIES :

Leadership and Relationship Building

• Stronginterpersonaland conflictresolutionskills
• Collaborative and relationship-centered leadership
• Ability to build trust across the school community

Instructional Leadership

• Knowledge of instructional supervision
• Stronginstructionalleadership
• Ability to support and motivate staff and students
• Effective intervention and decision-making skills

Indigenous Education and Community Connection

• Commitmentto successforindigenouslearners
• Experience with Indigenous communities and Truth and Reconciliation
• Ability to build authentic school-community connections
• Knowledge of Indigenous education and partnerships

Inclusive and Strategic Practice

• Ability to advance district priorities
• Experience supporting diverse learning needs
• Knowledge of safe and inclusive school practices

Your application should include the following:

• Cover letter
• Resume (including professional development activities and professional leadership accomplishments withing the past three years)
• Leadership Statement – Identify one specific example of outstanding leadership and describe how that action impacted student learning
• Copy of Master's Degree(or proof of enrollment)
• Copy of BC Ministry of Education Teacher Certificate
• List of three professional references
• Include current immediate supervisor
• Please note: By submitting an application, applicants agree to confidential reference checks. Reference checks will be contacted as part of the initial screening process.

O UR C OMMITMENT

School District No. 50 (Haida Gwaii) hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

Preference will be given to qualified new hires with Haida and/or other Indigenous ancestry who have demonstrated knowledge of and experience with Haida culture. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Closing date for submitting applications is 4:00pm on May 6,2026