• Lead our faculty and make incredible impact to our students and community
• Receive a competitive annual salary of $80,221 to $109,160 (dependent on the role) plus full benefits & free accommodations
• Don't miss this chance to mentor the future leaders of Sandy Lake
  

About Sandy Lake First Nation

Neh gaaw saga'igan is the local translation of Sandy Lake, where the people traditionally and continues to live off the abundance of land as hunters and gatherers. Though wild game is still a staple in the diets of many, today the people of Sandy Lake enjoy games and sports such as hockey, volleyball, softball, taekwondo, golf, and other modern sports. 

Located 450 km northeast of Winnipeg and 600 km northwest of Thunder Bay, we are a remote, fly-in First Nation community located in the boreal forested area of Northwestern Ontario along the Severn River. Beautiful landscapes surround our community, giving our people the opportunity for outdoor and social activities all-year-round. In the summer, we go hunting, hiking, kayaking, and fishing. In the winter, we go ice fishing, play ice hockey, and marvel at the beautiful northern lights above our open skies. Getting in and out of Sandy Lake is very convenient, with daily flights chartered by Wasaya Airways and Perimeter Aviations, from multiple cities and towns in Winnipeg and Ontario.

For more information about our vibrant community please visit our website by clicking here. 

About the Opportunities

Currently, the Sandy Lake Board of Education has an exciting opportunity for a Elementary School Principal and Vice Principal to join our school in Sandy Lake, Ontario for the 2024/2025 school year. 

The successful candidates must relocate to Sandy Lake for the duration of the term, fully immersing in the community to better serve and understand our students' needs.

With the support of the Director of Education, the faculty, and support staff, both positions will provide leadership and direction within the school, with the purpose of meeting the needs of individual students.

Working collaboratively, the scope of responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Overseeing planning in areas such as student codes of conduct, budget, personnel, policies, administration procedures, and safety
• Ensuring the programs taught are relevant to students in terms of culture, ability, and interests
• Ensuring the needs and development of all students are met through regular assessment of their attendance and classroom performance
• Coaching the faculty in creating long term goals and student development programs
• Providing innovative approach to the faculty's repertoire of instructional strategies through professional growth activities
• Overseeing faculty and staff resourcing through recruitment, training, onboarding, and managing schedules
• Developing and implementing the school's policy and procedural efficiencies, with input from the faculty and community members
• Developing and implementing of school improvement, student literacy, and curriculum plans
• Developing and implementing programs for all students with special needs

About You

To qualify, we require experience as a School Principal or Vice Principal in a private or publicly-funded school, preferably in Ontario.

Candidates with no School Principal / Vice Principal experience but has extensive years of teaching experience, may also be considered.

As our ideal candidate, you will have outstanding leadership experience and background in culturally responsive teaching practices. You will also join us with exceptional communication skills, and collaborative problem-solving competence. 

Knowledge of First Nations culture and experience with First Nations students is an asset. 

Please note that membership and license with the Ontario College of Teachers and updated Criminal Record and Child Abuse Registry Check will be required for all shortlisted candidates.

For the safety of our remote community, mandatory COVID-19 screening and/or quarantine will be strictly enforced for all successful hires entering Sandy Lake.

About the Benefits

Compensation based on skills and experience, plus a host of excellent benefits include:

• Principal: $80,221.24 to $112,852.19
• Vice Principal: $77,587.51 to $109,160.77
• Extended health, vision, and dental coverage
• Reimbursement for fly-in/fly-out travel expenses of $1500 for individuals and $2000 for families (flights are covered for September and June)
• Vacation over the summer break, as well as 2 weeks vacation at Christmas and 1 week spring break vacation
• Provided individual or shared housing, depending on availability
• The opportunity to work within a friendly and inclusive community
• Work and live in a stunning natural landscape with wildlife, northern lights, and abundant natural wonders
• A vast array of community activities to get involved with including boating, canoeing, and our running club
• Social activities throughout the year that get the community socially connected with one another

For an extensive list of benefits, please click here.

If you share our values and have the skills necessary to bring success to the role, then we invite you to apply today!