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Adjacent to Victoria on southern Vancouver Island, Sooke School District is the fastest growing school district on Vancouver Island and one of the fastest growing districts in British Columbia. With a commitment to transformational growth and operational excellence, our vibrant workplace culture reflects the dynamic communities where we live, work, and play. SD62 serves five municipalities: Langford, Colwood, Metchosin, Sooke and the Highlands and is on the traditional territories of the Coast Salish: T''Sou-ke Nation and Scia''new Nation and Nuu-chah-nulth: Pacheedaht Nation. Some of our schools are located on the traditional territory of Esquimalt Nation and Songhees Nation. The district is a major employer in our region, with over 2,300 educators and support staff serving more than 14,000 students. The Board of Education has developed a future-oriented Strategic Plan that focuses on three priority areas: Learning, Engagement, and Growth. Principal - Royal Bay Secondary School Royal Bay Secondary School is one of the district''s five secondary schools and is situated in the City of Colwood. Royal Bay Secondary School is one of the SD62''s French Immersion schools and has over 1,500 students and approximately 100 staff members. As a school leader, the principal is responsible for ensuring instruction is active, purposeful, and reflective of student voice and fosters a school community that is inclusive, safe, and welcoming. The principal will: Strive for Personal Excellence Think Critically and Creatively Build Relationships Practice a Growth Mindset Effectively Communicate and Collaborate Model Leadership Excellence Use a Systems Thinking Approach Cultivate Community Encourage Employee Growth Provide a Strategic Focus And have the required education and experience noted below: Master''s Degree in Educational Leadership or related area Bachelor''s Degree in Education Valid BC teaching certificate or eligibility for certification Minimum of three (3) years of recent and exemplary service as a principal/vice principal, preferably in grades 9-12 demonstrating knowledge and understanding of the unique needs and characteristics of students at the secondary school level Experience leading programs and initiatives at the school and/or district level Experience in fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion Experience incorporating Indigenous education into learning activities for all students Experience leading in a unionized public-school setting using the BC The salary range for this full-time position is $157,676 to $166,124 per annum. Initial placement within the range is based on related education and experience. Sooke School District offers a competitive benefits package and pension plan. Please submit a cover letter and a resume including references, on the Make a Future website. If you require assistance, please see How to Apply for detailed instructions. The deadline for submissions is 12:00 pm on February 12, 2025. We thank all those that apply; however, only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted. School District No. 62 (Sooke) is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in a workplace that is free of discrimination and harassment. Our educational environments are welcoming and safe. Our staff and students value and appreciate our differences. #J-18808-Ljbffr