Vice Principal

Elementary School Vice Principal

Haahuupayak School

Haahuupayak School is a First Nations independent school located on Tseshaht First Nation Reserve in the beautiful Alberni Valley. We invite applications from individuals with strong effective leadership skills to support a positive and healthy learning environment for our school.

Founded in 1976 the school operates under the direction of Haahuupayak Societys Board of Directors. Tseshaht First Nation is one of 14 tribes in the Nuuchahnulth Territories. The school community is nestled adjacent to the city of Port Alberni which has a population of approximately 18000.

The school has an average student enrolment of 155 and delivers the current BC Curriculum to its Kindergarten to Grade 7 students. At Haahuupayak school inclusive education and a vibrant culture and language program are the foundational pillars that guide our practice.

At Haahuupayak it is our goal to provide an education that meets educational needs of today in a manner consistent with Nuuchahnulth cultural teachings haahuupa meaning continuous teaching with care.

At Haahuupayak children are guided to meet their potential while gaining knowledge and appreciation of their culture.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE: Vice Principal of Haahuupayak School

REPORTING TO: Principal

POSTION CLOSE DATE: Dec 15 2025

POSITION SUMMARY

The Vice Principal is responsible for the supporting the development and management of school administrative and education policies curriculum development and delivery supervision evaluation and development of school employees and the management of the school building and facilities.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

Performs all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the Haahuupayak Personnel and Haahuupayak Operational School policies standards governing regulations and procedures

Collaborates with parents staff and the community to enhance student achievement and competence;

Applies awareness and sensitivity to current educational practices and the changing nature of instruction;

Encourages development of knowledge and application of current education research regarding the teaching and learning of literacy and numeracy;

Fosters a team environment as a team-builder and team-player;

Demonstrated knowledge and implementation of best practices supporting student engagement learning curriculum and assessment strategies and practices;

Commits to school/community involvement;

Excellent organizational and communication skills;

Knowledge of First Nations culture and willingness to work with all communities;

Fulfills school contractual and budgetary matters in accordance with guiding policy and procedure

Provide leadership support for the planning development and implementation of the schools curriculum and language and culture program

Supports the development long- and short-range plans goals and objectives through the implementation of Haahuupayuk strategic plan goals and directions

Performs other school administrative and teaching responsibilities as assigned by the Principal.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION/TRAINING/CERTIFICATION

A Masters degree in education or a related area or Bachelors degree and 5 years recent related experience

Valid Certification or eligible for certification with the BC Teacher Regulation Branch

Preference may be given to candidates with direct experience working in Nuu-chah-nulth or other First Nations schools

Preference may be given to applicants who identify as Nuu-chah-nulth or other First Nations ancestry

EXPERIENCE

Record of exemplary administration as a school Vice Principal

Record of exemplary teaching at a variety of grade levels preferable K-7

Demonstrated cultural competence with First Nations education teaching and/or leadership

Demonstrated ability as an effective instructional leader with successful school leadership experience;

Experience working in an Independent First Nations Schools an asset

Elementary school experience preferred

Cooperative team building an asset

COMPETENCIES

Demonstrates a high degree of both personal and professional integrity: is honest open transparent trustworthy and ethical

Positive role model leads by example

Respectful compassionate and caring

Strong work ethic with commitment to continuous improvement

Creative and proactive problem-solving mindset

Demonstrates cultural competence in professional practice

Please email a resume and cover letter by December 15 2025 clearly outlining how you meet the qualifications of the position to Nancy Logan haahuupayak school Principal at

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.