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.
The Dehcho Divisional Education Council invites applications for the position of
Principal/Teacher
Louie Norwegian School, Jean Marie River
The Principal provides leadership to staff and works 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 August, 2025.
Louie Norwegian School is a small school with fewer than 10 students, within driving distance (about 100 km) to larger communities most of the year.
Candidates making an application for this Principal position will have:
a Northwest Territories Professional Teaching Certificate (or be eligible for one);
Northwest Territories Principal Certification (completed or required 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 (SIS);
Experience in cross-cultural and multi-grade classrooms;
Experience in Inclusive Schooling leadership;
Superior interpersonal and communication skills;
Superior administrative and organizational skills.
Additional education,including a master's degree in education,principal qualifications and other additional leadership qualifications, and experience teaching and leading with BC Curriculum are considered assets.
We invite applicants to submit their professional portfolio by email to
First review of applicants will take place on June 30, 2025. This position will remain open until filled.
Please include the following:
Cover letter (2 pages or less),resume (maximum 2 pages) and 3 professional references, including current supervisor
Statements of your Leadership and Learning in each of these domains:
a) Interpersonal leadership (1 page)
b) Learning leadership (1 page)
Your most recent professional performance appraisal
Indigenous Employment Policy
Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy.
A criminal record and vulnerable sector check is a prerequisite to employment.
Only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.
The Dehcho Divisional Education Council provides a smoke-free work environment.
For further information about the Principal/Teacher positions,
please contact
Donna Miller Fry, Superintendent
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