Fort Nelson School District 81

Leadership Opportunity

District Vice Principal of Indigenous Education

Reporting to the Superintendent, the District Vice-Principal of Indigenous Education is the District’s Indigenous Education lead, supporting the success of all Indigenous learners. Responsibilities will include:

• Leading, creating, and implementing programming to meet the requirements of the Indigenous Education Targeted Funding Policy and Form 1701 Instruction, including: working with local First Nations and other Indigenous communities to develop and implement language and culture programs in schools; academic and social-emotional supports; creating opportunities for Indigenous students to have voice, agency, and leadership; and, providing leadership, direction, and support to the District's Indigenous Education staff.

• Work closely with local First Nations on any matter relating to the distinct languages, cultures, customs, protocols, traditions, practices, or history of the local First Nations, and how they should be integrated into learning environments or staff training.

• Supporting the success of all Indigenous learners.

• Acting as the primary point of contact for Indigenous rights-holders and stakeholders within the district, work closely with the IEC, First Nations, local Metis communities, and other Indigenous stakeholders.

• Act as Secretariat to the Indigenous Education Council.

• Work closely with the new Community Liaison to build and strengthen connections with students, families, and local communities.

• Provide leadership and support to all staff in fulfilling their obligations to Indigenous learners.

• Liaising with and reporting to the Ministry of Education and Child Care.

Contact the Superintendent for a full, detailed job description.

Qualificat****ions

• Valid BC teaching certificate.
• Master of Education degree, or a commitment to obtaining a Master of Education (or relevant equivalent as approved by the Superintendent).
• Successful classroom teaching experience.
• Deep knowledge and understanding of local First Nations and Indigenous communities, including protocols, histories, cultures, and contemporary realities.
• Strong connections with local (or, for applicants outside of Fort Nelson, in your own community) First Nations and Indigenous communities, partners, and stakeholders.
• A demonstrated commitment to ongoing learning, especially in regard to Indigenous peoples and education.
• A demonstrated commitment to Standard 9 of the Professional Standards for BC Educators and the success of Indigenous learners in their own teaching practice.
• Clear criminal record check.

Preference will be given to qualified applicants of Indigenous ancestry, particularly those of local Indigenous ancestry.

Applications should include a resume/CV; three professional references, including your most recent supervisor; unofficial transcripts; and a cover letter that outlines in detail how you meet the requirements of the position. Applications will be accepted until a successful candidate is found.

This posting is now for a full-time, 1.0 FTE position. The annual salary range is $139 506 to $146 9778, with initial placement determined by experience and qualification, or 5% below the starting range if the successful candidate does not yet possess a Master’s degree

Any questions should be addressed to Mark Theobald, Superintendent, at mtheobald@sd81.bc.ca.

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Posted On

April 14, 2026

Closing Date & Time

Ongoing

Openings

1

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Job Type

Full Time

Job Category

Teachers, Principals & Superintendents

City

Fort Nelson

School/Location

School District 81 School Board Office

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Salary

$139 506 to $146 9778

Employment Start Date

Start Immediately

End Date

06/30/2026

Mandatory Document

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Transcripts

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