Rocky Mountain School District No. 6 is searching for a continuing, full-time (1.0 FTE) Principal at David Thompson Secondary School . This educational leadership role is effective August 1, 2025.

David Thompson Secondary School (DTSS), located on the traditional unceded territory of the Ktunaxa and Secwépemc First Nations in Invermere, British Columbia, is a school of nearly 50 staff serving approximately 500 students in grades 8-12. Students come from feeder schools located in the communities of the beautiful Columbia Valley including Edgewater, Canal Flats, and Windermere. Living and working in the area offers exceptional recreation and leisure opportunities for all seasons coupled with other amenities supported by tourism to the valley.

In addition to core academic programming, DTSS offers a variety of exciting opportunities for students ranging from trade and technical courses to seasonal outdoor education, athletic, and arts programs. DTSS takes the well-being of students seriously endeavouring to support youth socially, emotionally, and culturally.

The District invites applications from candidates with effective teaching and leadership experience in a secondary school, a service oriented and student-centered philosophy, and a strong commitment to professional growth. A master’s degree in administration, leadership, curriculum or other related area is expected to be completed or in progress. The successful candidate must hold or be eligible for a BC Teacher’s Certificate issued by the Teacher Regulation Branch.

For further information, please contact Steve Wyer, Assistant Superintendent at 250.342.9243.

Rocky Mountain School District No. 6 celebrates equality and diversity in the workplace. The district’s commitment is to ensure equity in employment. The district affirms and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds of race, colour, ancestry, place of origin, religion, marital status, family status, physical or mental disability, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, and age, except as prescribed by law.

Electronic applications for this leadership position at David Thompson Secondary School in Invermere, BC must be received by Friday, December 13, 2024 at 4 : 00 p.m . (MST), via Make a Future http : / / sd6-makeafuture.simplication.com (#3910681).

Thank you for your interest in Rocky Mountain. Please note, only candidates moving forward in this process will be contacted for an interview.

School District No. 6 (Rocky Mountain) is located on the traditional unceded territories of the Ktunaxa and Secwépemc Nations. We honour the cultures, languages and First Nations people of these territories.