Elementary School Principal

PRINCIPAL

Sk’aadgaa Naay Elementary School

Location: Skidegate Reserve Land, BC

Grades: Kindergarten to Grade 7

Student Population: Approximately 135 students

Salary Range: $159,802 - $168,849 per year

AN EXCEPTIONAL LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITY

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.

WHY HAIDA GWAII?

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.

WE ARE SEEKING THE FOLLOWING LEADERSHIP SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND

QUALITIES:

Leadership and Relationship Building

• Strong interpersonal and conflict resolution skills

• Collaborative and relationship-centered leadership

• Ability to build trust across the school community

Instructional Leadership

• Knowledge of instructional supervision

• Strong instructional leadership

• Ability to support and motivate staff and students

• Effective intervention and decision-making skills

Indigenous Education and Community Connection

• Commitment to success for indigenous learners

• 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.

OUR COMMITMENT

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