Standing Buffalo School is located in the Qu’Appelle Valley, approximately 102 km east of Regina, and provides K–9 programs and services for approximately 120 students. The Principal is responsible for the day-to-day administration and management of the school and provides leadership in academic development, strategic planning, operational and capital budgeting, human resources, staff development, community and government relations, and accreditation planning and execution.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee day-to-day administration and management of the school.
- Provide strong academic leadership to support high-quality learning experiences.
- Lead strategic planning, operational planning, and capital budgeting.
- Manage human resources and support staff development.
- Prepare annual budgets and provide regular financial reports as required.
- Evaluate, monitor, and administer Standing Buffalo staff in accordance with policy and procedures.
- Support community and government relations.
- Lead accreditation planning and execution.
- Work collaboratively with Chief and Council, community, families, and school staff.
- Master of Education preferred, or a combination of five years of related work experience and Bachelor of Education may be considered.
- Valid Saskatchewan Teaching Certificate.
- Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Strong initiative, judgement, and ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Teamwork, cooperation, planning, and monitoring skills.
- Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and work with minimum supervision.
- Commitment to learning and conflict resolution skills.
- Ability to inspire and motivate others with a commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.
- Good understanding of First Nation cultures and traditions.
- Ability to work well with Chief and Council, community, and families.
- Updated Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check.
- Willingness to undergo a drug test.
How to Apply
Please submit a resume, cover letter, list of three professional references, and a criminal record check. Applications without proper documentation will not be accepted.
Applications can be sent to Standing Buffalo HR — Leanne Goodfeather at standingbuffalohr@gmail.com, faxed to 306-332-5953, or mailed to Box 128, Fort Qu’Appelle, SK S0G 1S0.