ANSPAYA** X **W ACADEMY

JOBOPPORTUNITY

PRINCIPAL****

Anspaya x w Academy is seeking a compassionate, enthusiastic Principal**** to lead our School Team. Your primary role will be to provide guidance and support to students, teachers, and education staff; you will report to the Anspaya x w Education Society Board.****

Theideal****candidate**will**have:****

• Bachelor of Education or other Bachelor degree (Masters preferred);
• BC Teacher Certification, or certification in progress, or ability to obtain an LoP;
• 3+ years working in classroom-based, online, and distance learning environments;
• 3+ years working with Indigenous adults in education and training environments;
• Knowledge of Gitxsan language and cultural traditions;
• Experience writing funding proposals and reporting to funding organizations;
• Experience tracking and reporting expenditures;
• Experience collaborating with, supporting, and motivating a small team;
• Ability to navigate the challenges of facilitating community-based education programs;
• Ability to supervise and teach a variety of courses at all levels, Grade 8-12;
• Understanding of B.C. Adult Graduation Diploma (Adult Dogwood) requirements;
• Understanding of Individual Learning Plans and SMART goal setting;
• Excellent oral, written, and digital skills – Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint (or similar);
• Experience of Microsoft TEAMS as a collaborative tool and learning platform;
• Ability to make sound decisions in difficult situations and to work under time constraints;
• Reliable personal transportation. Class 5 driver's license; Class 4 preferred. Combination of education and work experience considered.

Preference given to qualified Indigenous applicants.

Terms:****

Position requires a formal criminal record check; results may preclude an offer of employment. Startdate: 6-July, 2026 End****date: 30-June, 2027

RegularSchedule:********* 8:30am – 4:30pm,**** Monday – Friday (35 hours/week) Wage****Range:******** $34 - $36/hour based on qualifications and experience NOTE: Schedule adjusted to meet program needs; some evening / weekend hours required. Application*Details:**

Please submit resume, 3 references, and cover letter outlining interest and qualifications.

Mark your application “Principal” and e-mail to: rfritzsche@kispioxschool.ca

or mail to: Robert Fritzsche, Anspaya x w Education Society, 1439 Mary Blackwater Rd, Kispiox, V0J 1Y4. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted. Openuntil****filled.

Anspaya x w Academy offers blended (community-based/online) adult education that combines academic excellence with the best practices of Indigenous Principles of Learning. We are guided by FNHA / BC Health advice in promoting physically, socially, emotionally, and culturally safe learning spaces for participants and staff.

Posted On

May 28, 2026 02:17 PM EST/EDT

Closing Date & Time

Ongoing

Openings

1

Job Type

Full Time

Job Category

Teachers, Principals & Superintendents

Job Open To

Support Staff, Management & Professionals

City

Kispiox

School/Location

Anspayaxw Academy

Salary

34-36/hr

Employment Start Date

Start Immediately

Mandatory Document

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Reference Letter(s)