Principal - Term

gov; Villiage of Fort Simpson; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Dehcho Divisional Education Council in Fort Simpson, Northwest Territories invites applications for a term Principal position through June 2027. You will provide leadership to staff and collaborate with the District Education Authority to advance school programs while honoring Indigenous traditions.

Requirements include NWT Teaching Certificate (or eligibility) and Principal Certification (or willingness to complete the Leadership Program); minimum five years teaching, strong leadership, and

Qualifications

• NWT Teaching Certificate or eligible.
• NWT Principal Certification or willing to complete Education Leadership Program.
• Minimum five years teaching experience at various levels.
• Demonstrated successful educational leadership.
• Ability to use technology including attendance and student demographics.
• Experience in cross-cultural and multi-grade classrooms.
• Experience in Inclusive Schooling leadership.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Superior administrative and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional and administrative leadership for Liidlii Kue Elementary School.
• Collaborate with the District Education Authority (DEA).
• Oversee attendance and student demographics using school-based applications.
• Foster inclusive schooling and cross-cultural educational practices.
• Lead program development aligned with GNWT policies and curricula.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Administrative skills

Organizational skills

Educational technology

Cross-cultural experience

Multi-grade classrooms

Inclusive schooling leadership

Educational leadership

Five years teaching

Education

N.W.T. Professional Teaching Certificate

N.W.T. Principal Certification

Education Leadership Program

Master's degree in education

Job description

Dehcho means \"big river\" - the Dene name for the Mackenzie River. In the Dehcho region, where the Northwest Territories borders British Columbia and the Yukon, you'll find some of the grandest displays of the North's natural beauty.

Here,mountains rise to unclimbable heights, waterfalls roar between colossal canyons, and the big river runs past communities where traditional living remains vibrant and thriving. Big River.Big Mountains.Big Hearts.

Job Information

Liidlii Kue (Fort Simpson) is located on the traditional lands of the Dene and Metis People of this region at the confluence of the Liard and Mackenzie Rivers. Access to the village is by ferry, and ice road during winter months.

Liidlii Kue Elementary School is a JK-6 school with approximately 75 students. Our academic and cultural programs are complemented by a variety of athletic and after school programs including soccer and traditional games.

The principal is required to provide leadership to staff and work with the District Education Authority (DEA). Like all Principal positions in the DDEC, this is a term position. The length of the term is determined by the District Education Authority (1 to 5 years) beginning, in this case as soon as possible to and extending to June 2027.

Candidates making an application for this Principal position will have:

• N.W.T. Professional Teaching Certificate (or be eligible for);
• N.W.T. Principal Certification (or must have completed or be willing to complete the Education Leadership Program);
• A minimum of five years experience teaching at various levels;
• Demonstrated successful educational leadership experience;
• Ability to successfully use technology including school-based applications for attendance and student demographics;
• Experience in cross-cultural and multi-grade classrooms;
• Experience in Inclusive Schooling leadership;
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
• Superior administrative and organizational skills.

Additional education, including a master's degree in education, principal and other additional leadership qualifications from other provinces and territories, and experience teaching and leading with BC Curriculum are considered assets.

Candidates making an application for this Principal position will have:

• N.W.T. Professional Teaching Certificate (or be eligible for);
• N.W.T. Principal Certification (or must have completed or be willing to complete the Education Leadership Program);
• A minimum of five years experience teaching at various levels;
• Demonstrated successful educational leadership experience;
• Ability to successfully use technology including school-based applications for attendance and student demographics;
• Experience in cross-cultural and multi-grade classrooms;
• Experience in Inclusive Schooling leadership;
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
• Superior administrative and organizational skills.

Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility to be given priority consideration under the GNWT's affirmative Action Policy.

A criminal record and vulnerable sector check is a prerequisite to employment.

The Dehcho Divisional Education Council provides a smoke-free work environment and supports Affid