Principal

The Catholic Independent Schools of the Nelson Diocese (CISND), hosts 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.

Applications are invited at this time for:

Principal– St. Joseph School (Nelson,BC)

Effective: August 1, 2026

CISNDisseekingapassionateandexperiencedindividualtolead St. Joseph School.

St. Joseph School is an independent school with grades K-9 within the city of Nelson, British Columbia. We foster a strong foundation of faith and academics and ensure high standards of education and discipline to naturally develop intellectually global citizens. Our faith-centered, family environment challenges and nurtures the learner.

Mission: Our Mission is We Grow in Christ

Vision: St. Joseph school will be the school of choice for families seeking quality Catholic education with a full kindergarten to grade 9 curriculum always striving for excellence.

CoreValues: We strive to bring out the best in each other, to take responsibility for what we do, to serve and support others, to be hopeful, to become the people God has called us to be.

Theidealcandidateshoulddemonstrate:

• 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 aspect 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

In addition, candidates for the position are required to provide evidence that they have:

• 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

Please provide:

• 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

As a condition of employment, successful candidates will be required to submit the following:

• 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.