Boarding House Director Student Welfare
6 days ago
Chemainus BC, Cowichan Valley Regional District, BC; British Columbia, Canada
Shawnigan Lake School
Full-time
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Lead student welfare at Shawnigan Lake School as a House Director on Vancouver Island, supporting safety, pastoral care, and personal growth.
The House Director serves as the primary adult for up to 50–60 boarding students. This leadership role requires boarding experience, emotional intelligence, and strong pastoral instincts. You will create a safe, inclusive, structured environment while guiding students through daily school life.
Key Responsibilities
Prioritize student safety, emotional health, and overall well-being Provide daily pastoral care and holistic student support Cultivate belonging, resilience, character, and self-advocacy Lead and mentor boarding staff within the House Communicate proactively with parents about student growth
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in education, psychology, counseling, or related field Current emergency first aid certificate Proven leadership experience within a boarding environment Understanding of adolescent development, mental health, and safeguarding Strong communication, empathy, warmth, and resilience Bring boarding leadership, emotional intelligence, and safeguarding expertise to support students at Shawnigan Lake School. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Key Responsibilities
Prioritize student safety, emotional health, and overall well-being Provide daily pastoral care and holistic student support Cultivate belonging, resilience, character, and self-advocacy Lead and mentor boarding staff within the House Communicate proactively with parents about student growth
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in education, psychology, counseling, or related field Current emergency first aid certificate Proven leadership experience within a boarding environment Understanding of adolescent development, mental health, and safeguarding Strong communication, empathy, warmth, and resilience Bring boarding leadership, emotional intelligence, and safeguarding expertise to support students at Shawnigan Lake School. #J-18808-Ljbffr