Principal

Principal - Laurie Middle School

School District No. 5 (Southeast Kootenay)

Location: Cranbrook

Status: Continuing

School District No. 5 (Southeast Kootenay) has a continuing Principalship opportunity at Laurie Middle School in Cranbrook, BC.

Located in the heart of the Kootenays, our District serves five vibrant communities: Elkford, Sparwood, Fernie, Jaffray, and Cranbrook. Our schools operate within the territory of the Ktunaxa Nation, including the communities of ?aq'am and Yaq̓it ʔa·knuqⱡiʾit. The region offers stunning natural beauty, a welcoming sense of community, and endless opportunities for outdoor adventure, including world-class skiing at Kimberley Alpine Resort and Fernie Alpine Resort.

Laurie Middle School is a vibrant Grade 7-9 learning community with approximately 400 students and a strong commitment to student success and well-being.

We are seeking a high-performing, forward-thinking professional with demonstrated success in educational leadership. The ideal candidate brings a passion for learning, a collaborative spirit, and a commitment to fostering safe, caring, and inclusive school communities.

As Principal, you will:

• Champion the District’s Educational Plan and lead with integrity and innovation.
• Inspire excellence in teaching and learning through research-based best practices.
• Support student development in all areas-academic, social, and emotional.
• Promote a culturally responsive approach to learning, honouring Indigenous perspectives and community partnerships.
• Communicate openly and transparently while building positive relationships with students, staff, parents, and the broader community.
• Demonstrate strong organizational, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution skills.

School District No. 5 offers a supportive leadership team, engaged communities, and a stable student population with projected growth. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced administrator ready to make a meaningful impact in a progressive and inclusive district.

Qualifications:

• Eligibility for teacher certification with the Teacher Regulation Branch.
• Must have a Master in leadership, curriculum, or another relevant field.
• Teaching/degree/training at the middle/secondary school level.
• Background in trauma-informed schools.
• Social-emotional learning will be considered an asset.
• Proven success working with at-risk students.
• 5+ years of administrative experience.

Must have the ability to:

• Initiate and organize effective school programs, activities, and services.
• Be an effective instructional leader with knowledge of current research in instructional practices.
• Knowledge of special education and current teaching strategies for students needing extra support.
• Strong understanding of the renewed BC curriculum and competencies.
• Be an experienced educator with a strong commitment to public education.
• Implement strong, current pedagogical practices with inquiry and project-based or place-conscious learning.
• Lead with excellent interpersonal, organizational, and collaborative problem-solving skills.
• Promote and build educational and professional leadership with students, parents, staff and community.
• Be a team builder and player, strengthening and maintaining a professional learning community.
• Be committed to the school and community involvement.
• Be knowledgeable of school contractual and budgetary matters.
• Be committed to moving Truth and Reconciliation forward personally and in the school community.
• Work effectively with district management.
  
  Salary Range: $153,339 - $161,780

For further information about this exciting career opportunity, please contact Viveka Johnson, Superintendent of Schools, at viveka.johnson@sd5.bc.ca or (250) 417-2079.

All applications must be submitted through Make Future to be considered for the position. Applications should include a cover letter, resume, certificates and at least three (3) professional references, preferably from current supervisors. When applying for positions, it is the responsibility of the applicant to provide details of their qualifications. Please include copies of all relevant certificates or diplomas. Please apply for this job only as the employer specifies; otherwise, your application will not be considered.

The successful applicant will be subject to the terms of the Criminal Records Review Act. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. To all others, thank you for your interest.