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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.

Holy Family Elementary School (HFES) provides a faith-based Roman Catholic education within the public school system of Yukon Education. Our school sits on the traditional territory of the Kwanlin Dün First Nation and the Taan Kwächän Council within the wilderness city of Whitehorse Yukon. HFES is a K-7 school of approximately 190 students serving a diverse cultural population. Our educational professionals facilitate academic excellence and model life-long learning. We do this by creating a learning environment where respect understanding security risk-taking responsibility and reaching out are important values. We believe that each child is unique and special. The values we teach are based on a Catholic philosophy of education. We promote a strong personal relationship with God and respect for the dignity and innate goodness of every person.

Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the following qualifications. Emphasize how your work experiences and related duties align with the qualifications listed below. Please note that our selection is based solely on the information you provide in your application. For more information on how to prepare and submit your resume we encourage you to review the resource page on .

School: Holy Family Elementary School

Location: Whitehorse

Position: Principal

FTE: 1.0 Permanent

Start Date: August 20 2026

For Whitehorse positions: To learn more about Whitehorse please visit Travel Yukon and the City of Whitehorse websites . If you would like to learn more about the school please visit here

To learn more about being a teacher with Yukon Education including salary terms and conditions of employment and how to apply visit our website.

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 a masters degree in education or equivalent in educational administration and/or elementary curriculum.

• Recent experience in administration and/or educational leadership in a school setting.

• Experience in learning environments such as experiential education or project based educational programming.

• Experience in incorporating cultural activities into the curriculum of the school program.

• Recent experience teaching in a Catholic school with diverse curriculum needs.

• Experience in leadership within Catholic education and collaborative work with the Catholic Church.

NOTE: Candidates who have education training and/or experience equivalent to the education criteria listed above may be equally considered

DESIRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND SUITABILITY:

Candidates should have and may be assessed on their:

• Demonstrated commitment to active involvement in the Catholic community and the ability to provide strong faith leadership to students and staff.

• Ability to plan support and assist in the preparation and celebration of Roman Catholic liturgies within the school context is required.

• Ability to integrate Catholic teachings and values throughout instructional practices and the curriculum.

• Commitment to on-going personal faith formation and supporting the faith development of staff.

• Ability to effectively lead motivate and supervise staff and students and to establish and maintain harmonious relationships with students parents staff school council Yukon First Nations & community as a whole.

• Ability to create a safe and caring environment where every student and staff member feel secure respected valued and has the chance to succeed.

• Ability to set goals organize and schedule an elementary (K-7) school.

• Ability to coach staff to teaching excellence.

• A willingness to accept shared responsibility for guiding student behaviour using a restorative approach as set out in Yukon Education policy documents (Safe and Caring Schools Policy School Council Dispute Resolution Policy)

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to maintain and build respectful and positive relationships with students staff parents school council Department of Education Catholic Episcopal Corporation Catholic Education Association Yukon (CEAY) Yukon First Nations and the community.

• Dedication to excellence in Catholic education and ability to work in collaboration with the Catholic Episcopal Corporation to develop lead and support Catholic professional development within a school context.

• Proven decision-making skills demonstrating effective listening ability to accommodate and to mediate diverse views to stand up for what is best for the school stand firm on informed decisions and follow through.

• Knowledge of Yukon elementary curriculum and teaching strategies with the ability to develop implement and monitor special education programs and IEPs for special needs students.

• Commitment to high academic standards for all students through literacy and numeracy programs which incorporate innovative learning strategies such as social/emotional learning experiential learning current evaluation and assessment practices and staff development.

• A knowledge of sensitivity to and willingness to integrate Yukon First Nations ways of knowing doing and being that supports a culturally diverse student population with the ability to incorporate and promote this diversity within the faith life of the school 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 here
• Yukon First Nations 101 to be completed at your first opportunity.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• Relocation may be available.
• Preference will be given to a practicing member of the Roman Catholic Church committed to excellence in Catholic Education. To receive preference it is required to include Current Roman Catholic Pastoral Reference current Teacher Faith Letter and current Baptismal Certificate. *Please have these documents ready before applying*

Go to our website for the documents more information about the position please contact Christine Franes at

If you have questions about our recruitment process or what rewarding career opportunities are available within the Department of Education please contact: Desiree Martsinkiw at

For more information about how a career with the Yukon government can help you grow your abilities develop your skills earn a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits while making a difference in the lives of Yukoners we encourage you to click the links below!

• Benefits and leave
• Learning and development
• Health and wellbeing
• Diversity and inclusion
• Terms of employment

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.