Description
Principal - Cando Community School
Permanent Full-Time
Start Date: July 1, 2026
Application Deadline: March 2, 2026 at 12:00 noon
Living Sky School Division is seeking a dynamic and relational school leader for the position of Principal at Cando Community School in Cando, Saskatchewan.
We believe school-based administrators play a critical role in student success and community strength. We are looking for a leader who is committed to building strong relationships, leading learning, and fostering a caring and respectful school culture grounded in high expectations and meaningful connections.
About the Role
The successful candidate will demonstrate strength and commitment in the following leadership areas:
- Leader of Learning (Instructional Leadership)
- Setter of Vision and Direction
- Keeper of a Caring and Respectful School Culture
- Developer of People and Builder of Relationships
- Strengthener of the Educational Community (through partnerships with families, First Nations communities, and external agencies)
- Champion of Continuous Improvement and Innovation
Candidates will be skilled in trauma-informed practices and committed to honouring Indigenous teachings, diversity, and inclusive education. Experience supporting differentiated instruction and targeted interventions to meet the needs of every learner will be considered an asset.
Applicants must:
- Possess a Master’s Degree in Education or demonstrate commitment to completing post-graduate studies in a relevant field
- Hold or be eligible for a valid Saskatchewan Professional A Teaching Certificate
About Cando Community School
Cando Community School is a Kindergarten to Grade 12 school located in the Hamlet of Cando. Our students attend from Red Pheasant Cree First Nation, Mosquito First Nation, and surrounding communities.
We are proud to operate on an alternate school calendar, which includes 14 additional Fridays designated as non-workdays, creating several four-day instructional weeks throughout the school year. This calendar supports both student engagement and staff wellness while maintaining strong instructional outcomes.
Cando Community School values:
- Strong relationships and student voice
- Anti-racist and anti-oppressive approaches to learning
- Integrating First Nations history and perspectives across curriculum
- Innovation in alternative learning environments
- Advocacy and creative solutions to meet student needs
Organization, flexibility, and a collaborative leadership approach are highly valued in this role.
Living Sky School Division
Living Sky School Division is committed to providing high-quality educational opportunities that inspire students to reach their full potential. We are committed to fostering inclusive, respectful, and equitable learning and working environments.
The successful candidate will demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, initiative, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a positive team culture.
Our Division is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourages qualified applicants of Indigenous ancestry to apply.
We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
For further information, please contact:
Ruth Weber, Superintendent of Learning
Phone: (306) 937-7702
Email:
Applications must be submitted online by 12:00 noon on March 2, 2026.
