Job Description

Welcome to Dehcho!


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

Charles Yohin School, Nahanni Butte

The Principal provides leadership to staff and works with the District Education Authority (DEA). This is a 2-year term position beginning August 25, 2025.


Charles Yohin School is a small school with approximately 11 students, within driving distance (under 100 km) to the larger community of Fort Liard, NT, and under 300 km to Fort Nelson BC, for most of the year.


Access is by water taxi or winter road. Nahanni Butte is a stunningly beautiful community and it is the gateway to Nahanni National Park.







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 teacherrecruitment@ddec.ca


First review of applicants will take place on August 14, 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


teacherrecruitment@ddec.ca


Job reference 8017