YCS Principal

Yellowknife Catholic SchoolsInvites qualified applications for a:1.0 PrincipalÉcole St. Joseph SchoolBeginning:  2026/2027 school yearThe district is seeking a dynamic and skilled school Principal who will create and build upon the strong partnerships of our district and school community. The PositionAs a Principal, a critical member of the school administration team, you will report directly to the Superintendent. You will provide comprehensive leadership, management, and ensure the safety of our school, nurturing a positive learning environment for students and staff that reflects our Catholic faith and aligns with district priorities of Inspiring Thinking, Cultivating Well-Being, and Building Relationships.Our DistrictYellowknife Catholic Schools has been providing quality publicly funded education to northern students for over sixty-five years. We are the only faith-based district in the Northwest Territories. Although we are a Catholic school district, we welcome families of all faiths. As a Catholic Education system, we encourage our students to be socially responsible. We want them to think critically about faith and to make decisions based on their spirituality and the knowledge that faith promotes being a good person. We use our faith-filled classrooms to explore how to live as people - letting our light shine in the world.Yellowknife Catholic Schools’ vision of learning empowers students and staff to engage, explore, grow, and thrive in a multitude of ways.  Our mission is to support student learning and well-being from JK - grade 12 so that all students can develop the skills and characteristics they need to be capable people in the world. Education, Culture, and Employment defines a capable person as: “...one who has integrity in relationships that honour the self, others, the land, and the spiritual world. Through these relationships, a capable person grows and develops a more expansive understanding of the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual - the four parts of human development.”Our district has three schools and one technical center with approximately 230 staff members and 1500 students. We offer programming in English and French from JK - 12, as well as Core Willideh Yati and Core French. We have a strong Indigenous Language and Culture Education program that combines the Dene Kede curriculum and on-the-land experiences with traditional ways of knowing and doing. As a district, we are committed to deepening our work in recognizing the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action.Our CommunityYellowknife offers many opportunities during all seasons from enjoying the midnight sun while fishing on the lake, golfing on our unique course, aurora hunting and ice fishing in the winter, or swimming, hiking, skiing, canoeing, and kayaking around our great region; the Chief Drygeese Territory in the Akaitcho region, the traditional lands of the Yellowknives Dene First Nation.  Yellowknife also offers many city recreational sports such as hockey, curling, soccer, frisbee, touch football, volleyball, basketball, and tennis.  We have several fitness facilities and have a very vibrant community of the arts. Yellowknife has an airport that connects to major hubs with daily flights.Education:Bachelor of Education.Masters in Educational Leadership would be an assetExperience & Skills:5 years Principal experience would be considered as an assetAbility to inspire and build Catholic Christian communityPracticing CatholicExperience with service learning and social justice developmentBilingual (French & English) would be an assetFamiliarity with the BC curriculum would be an assetAbility to promote the use of technology in the classroom and make data driven decisionsExcellent communication skills with students, staff and parentsAbility to work collaboratively with school staff, parents and community members to ensure student successExcellent organizational, interpersonal and communications skills  and strong communication and interpersonal skillsMust be flexible, energetic and a visionaryAbility to perform in a cross-cultural settingCapable of providing an inclusive learning environment and knowledge of NWT inclusionary philosophyCommitment to team leadership and collaborative educational communities Ability to problem solveKnowledge of the grade JK - 7 NWT adopted curriculumApplicants must possess the necessary credentials to obtain NWT Teaching certificationWhat do we offer:Life Insurance Disability Benefits Extended health benefits 100% paid by the employer Vision CareDental Care Health Spending AccountProfessional Development FundsEmployee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)Pension Paid time offMedical travel Relocation Assistance