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Living In Yukon, Thriving in Life
Our goal is to support all learners in developing the essential skills, knowledge and personal qualities that they need to thrive in life.
Are you passionate about shaping the future of education in the Yukon? The Department of Education is dedicated to providing high-quality education and lifelong learning opportunities for all Yukoners. We are committed to excellence, inclusivity, and innovation in every aspect of our work.
The department plays a crucial role in delivering a wide range of services and supports that span from early learning to adult education and encompass K-12 schooling. We are proud of the diverse team of professionals who collaborate to develop and implement policies, programs and initiatives that promote student success and enhance educational outcomes across the territory.
We are currently seeking a talented individual to join the Del Van Gorder School team . Del Van Gorder is a thriving K-12 rural school located in the picturesque, former mining town of Faro, Yukon. The school offers a highly academic, trades, and arts-filled program of instruction to its population of roughly 60 students. The school boasts modern facilities including, a home economics centre, wood and metal shop, and a full size gymnasium. Del Van Gorder School also compliments a music room, Community Library and is attached to the Yukon University Campus.
At DVG, students are supported by an amazing staff of 9 teachers, 3 support workers, and a host of community and parent volunteers. Faro students are friendly, caring, and helpful.
nd upstream from Selkirk First Nation Set amongst gorgeous mountains, Faro is surrounded by lakes and rivers with an abundance of trails (for hiking, snow shoeing, snowmobiling, ATVs, etc.) and big wildlife. It is a culturally diverse community of roughly 500 residents and, despite its small population, boasts an array of businesses and services unusual for a town of this size. These include an interpretive centre, a convenience grocery and hardware store, a recreation centre (with skating rink, squash court, weight room, gym, a seasonal indoor pool and community facilities), a health centre, a restaurant/bar, a Yukon University Campus, an arts society, a volunteer fire department, a liquor store, a golf course, a 24/7 cardlock fuel station, a territorial agent office, churches, etc.
School: Del Van Gorder School
Location: Faro
Position: Principal
FTE: 1.0
Start Date: Aug 21, 2025
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If you are passionate and committed to making a positive impact on education in the Yukon, we want to hear from you!
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
Please clearly demonstrate on your cover letter and resume, how you meet the following qualifications and experience:
- Possession of, or coursework towards a master’s degree in education or equivalent, in educational administration and/or elementary and/or secondary curriculum;
- Experience in administration and substantial experience teaching in a school environment with diverse curriculum needs;
- Experience or training in providing teachers with instructional leadership;
- Background in inclusive education and working with learners with diverse needs and abilities would be an asset;
- Experience working in a multi-grade classroom environment would be an asset.
NOTE: Candidates who have education, training and/or experience equivalent to the education criteria listed above will be equally considered
DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND SUITABILITY:
Candidates should have and may be assessed on their:
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- A teaching philosophy that embraces experiential and inquiry-based educational approaches;
- A strong pedagogical understanding of assessment for learning techniques and the ability to mentor teachers in their use;
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to establish and maintain harmonious relationships with students, parents, staff, the School Council, the First Nation and the community as a whole;
- Eagerness to enable effective and complimentary educational strategies and plans with the school community, First Nation and the School Council;
- Willingness to foster the school community programming;
- A discipline philosophy that embraces positive behaviour intervention approaches would be an asset;
- An understanding of Yukon First Nations cultural heritage and advocacy for the value of aboriginal perspectives in education;
- The desire and commitment to live, work and participate in the life of a small rural community.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
- Criminal Record/RCMP Check with Vulnerable Sector; to be provided before the first day of employment, dated no more than 3 months prior to your start date
- Yukon Teacher Certification; learn about the certification process
- Yukon First Nations 101, to be completed at your first opportunity.
- To be an Administrator in Yukon, you must be certified in another Canadian province/territory first;
Relocation may be available.
For more information about this position, please contact: Trevor Ratcliff, Superintendent at .
If you have questions about our recruitment process or what rewarding career opportunities are available within the Department of Education, please contact: Karnika Bains, Human Resources Consultant at,
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Please do not submit your transcripts of Criminal Record checks as part of your application. We will reach out to successful candidates to request these during the onboarding process.
