JOB DESCRIPTION

We are looking for a passionate and visionary leader that will join and lead our team of hard working and caring individuals that are united in our commitment to make the world a better place. St. John's Academy Vancouver is situated on Boundary and Hastings in East Vancouver, near the affluent and charming Burnaby Heights neighbourhood.

Our school offers Grades 10-12 and is expected to have around 60-100 students in the upcoming year. We have a dedicated faculty who are eager to help grow the school. Flexibility and a willingness to embrace change, a strong desire to collaborate, and a commitment to personal and professional growth are key dispositions of leaders who thrive at our school.

POSITION DESCRIPTION Title: Principal****

Reports to: Board of Directors

Remuneration: Base salary of $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 annual salary + Up to $20,000 in additional performance bonuses, RRSP contributions, Extended Medical & Dental package.

Summary: The ideal candidate will match many of the requirements below. Specifically, they will be a highly motivated leader who is prepared to go above and beyond in serving our fantastic students. The Head of School will play an instrumental role in shaping our growing school's future.

The Principal will perform all acts necessary to properly and efficiently manage the operations of the school, including but not limited to:

• Embody, manifest and advocate the vision and mission of the school;
• Ensuring a healthy school climate and culture amongst motivated colleagues;
• Ensuring a safe and caring school culture for students;
• Leading learning through instructional leadership, research, modelling, pedagogical vision, and community engagement;
• Improving academic achievement by ensuring appropriate interventions for students, monitoring progress, and developing action plans and strategies for school improvement;
• Working with the Board of Directors to carry out established school policies; to review those policies and make recommendations for changes; to attend meetings, prepare reports, maintain board records, and keep the Board of Directors informed on all aspects of the school's operation.
• Supervising and/or assisting with all other aspects of the school's operation, including (but not limited to) facilities maintenance and operation, winter and summer programs, development and fundraising, and alumni affairs.
• Supervising all programs of the school (academic, athletic, ethical, and other extracurricular programs); to monitor curriculum, grading, testing, and reporting to parents; to prepare for and conduct periodic program evaluations; to submit reports to external agencies as required; to execute upon disciplinary policies and standards of conduct.
• Supervising the preparation of preliminary and final budgets; to monitor income, expenditures, collections, and cash flow; to maintain appropriate financial records; to oversee the employee benefit program.
• Supervising the admissions director in determining programs for the recruitment of students, including marketing and outreach, information dissemination, applicant testing and interviews and acceptance and decisions.
• Representing the school to all of its constituents including neighbourhood, parents, students, alumni, business community, faculty, and staff.
• Handling all matters regarding employment, retention and dismissal, of personnel; salaries and contracts; job assignments and performance evaluation; and orientation and training. To assist in the preparation of employee handbooks and maintain appropriate personnel records.
• Representing the school in its relations with provincial and federal agencies and with local, provincial, regional and national educational organizations and accrediting agencies.
• Supervising and/or assist with all other aspects of the school's operation, including (but not limited to) facilities maintenance and operation, food service, transportation, summer and winter camps, development and fundraising, and alumni affairs.
• Initiate, co-develop, and monitor short and long-term strategic goals related to the different domains of school operations (academics, dorms, operations, etc.)
• Develop, in collaboration with HR, clear job descriptions, accountabilities, and evaluation tools for all staff.
• Ensuring that the school meets all requirements for registration and continued good standing with the Ministry of Education.
• Establishing and maintaining a standard of scholastic and extra-curricular achievement for the school's students which is acceptable to the School's Board of Directors.
• Fulfilling all other responsibilities and functions the school may reasonably require of a Head of School to develop and continuously improve the school's operations as an institution of learning.
• This position is subject to ongoing evaluation against key performance indicators (KPIs) established by the Board.

**Education, Experience & Skills: **

• B.Ed. required, Master's degree is preferred
• Possess a BC teachers' license and be in good standing or be able to obtain a BC teachers' license (professional or subject-restricted)
• Legal ability to work in Canada without sponsorship
• Ability to demonstrate our five core values: caring, resilience, courage, respect, integrity
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, and colleagues
• Commitment to ongoing professional learning
• Commitment to providing experiential learning opportunities

Applicants will need to provide:

• CV / resume
• Three (3) references
• Submit application package online or to principal@sjavan.ca , or drop off in person, attention to Bradley Myrholm.
• Optional: One page cover letter.

Application deadline: April 30, 2026. *We reserve the right to close early if we find the right candidate.

Expected start date: To be negotiated, but ideally July 1 or before.

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

At St. John's Academy Vancouver, we're passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. Creating an environment where everyone, from any background, can do their best work is something we take pride in.