Principal, West Kelowna

Overview The Catholic Independent Schools of the Diocese of Nelson (CISND) host six elementary schools and one high school. The diocese is located in the beautiful Okanagan and Kootenay regions of British Columbia. We are committed to hiring qualified employees who are dedicated to education in the Roman Catholic tradition.

Position Principal– 2026‑27 school year at Our Lady of Lourdes Elementary School (West Kelowna, BC).

Mission While fostering a relationship with Jesus Christ, our mission is to educate the whole child, in partnership with others, to ensure our students become global citizens.

Vision Our Lady of Lourdes School is an integral part of the community, nurturing Catholic values through faith‑based education, ensuring successful learning for all.

Core Values At Our Lady of Lourdes we are passionate about encouraging empathetic and responsible relationships with each other within a respectful environment.

Ideal Candidate Should Demonstrate

A witness and role model of the Catholic faith

Identification with and participation in the life of a Catholic parish

Successful teaching and administrative experience in a Catholic school

Outstanding leadership qualities with an ability to develop and articulate a Catholic educational vision

An ability to collaborate and work effectively with staff, parents, students and other key stakeholders such as clergy, Local School Council, and the Parent Support Group

A thorough knowledge and understanding of the BC Education Plan, 21st Century Learning, best educational practices, and student growth and development (including an ability to support staff in curriculum transformation)

Instructional leadership skills necessary to promote increased student achievement through a commitment to continuous improvement, educational innovation, and student‑centered learning environments

A commitment to fostering and encouraging the integration of the Catholic Worldview throughout the curriculum

Thorough knowledge of the daily operations required of a BC independent school

Excellent interpersonal, communication, and public relations skills

An innate ability to anticipate emerging problems, identify unique aspects of the problem, and/or demonstrate how the problem is an opportunity for growth and learning

A commitment to professional development with a desire and ability to mentor and empower others to reach their full potential

Required Evidence

A Master's degree in school administration or applicable area of study

Valid BC teaching certificate or be eligible for BC certification through the Teacher Regulation Branch of the Ministry of Education

Application Materials

Cover letter

Resume

Name and contact information for your parish pastor

CISND

Photocopy of university transcripts

Photocopy of most recent evaluation

Contact information (email and phone number) for two professional references

Photocopy of BC teacher certificate

Employment Conditions

Certified statement(s) of previous teaching experience

Photocopy of Canadian Birth Certificate or Canadian Passport (documentation to indicate you are legally entitled to work in Canada)

Social Insurance Number

Photocopy of Driver's License

TQS

Only Short‑listed applicants will be contacted.

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