Principal & Educational Leader in Northern Schools

Government of Northwest Territories; Fort Providence; On-site; CAD 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Government of Northwest Territories seeks a Principal for Deh Gah School in Fort Providence. The role leads staff, collaborates with the District Education Authority, and manages administrative duties with the Department of Education Culture and Employment.

The term length is set by the District Education Authority (1–5 years). Required NT teaching and principal certifications, with a minimum of five years teaching at various levels, and proven educational leadership.

Qualifications

• N.W.T. Professional Teaching Certificate (or eligible)
• N.W.T. Principal Certification (or willing to complete Education Leadership Program)
• Minimum of five years teaching experience at various levels
• Demonstrated educational leadership experience
• Ability to use technology and school-based attendance/demographics systems
• Experience in cross-cultural and multi-grade classrooms
• Experience in Inclusive Schooling leadership
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Superior administrative and organizational skills
• Master's degree in education or leadership qualifications from other provinces/territories are assets

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to staff and work with the District Education Authority
• Oversee administrative duties and reporting required by the Council and Department
• Lead within a term determined by the District Education Authority (1–5 years)
• Support technology use for attendance and student demographics
• Foster cross-cultural engagement and inclusive schooling

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Administrative skills

Cross-cultural experience

Multi-grade classrooms

Inclusive schooling leadership

Technology literacy

Education

N.W.T. Professional Teaching Certificate

N.W.T. Principal Certification

Master's degree in education or leadership qualifications

Job description

Government of Northwest Territories seeks a Principal for Deh Gah School in Fort Providence. The role leads staff, collaborates with the District Education Authority, and manages administrative duties with the Department of Education Culture and Employment.

The term length is set by the District Education Authority (1–5 years). Required NT teaching and principal certifications, with a minimum of five years teaching at various levels, and proven educational leadership.