Manager, Grade 7-12 School Programs
Job Summary
Department Information
The Department of Education, Culture and Employment (ECE) provides the residents of the Northwest Territories with access to quality programs, services and support to assist them in making informed and productive choices for themselves and their families with regard to education, training, careers, employment and labour, child development, languages, culture and heritage.
Job Information
In this position, you will lead and manage all aspects of grade 7-12 school programs across the Northwest Territories, including curriculum development, student assessment, inclusive schooling, safe schools, and Indigenous language instruction. You will work collaboratively with educators, communities, and partners to ensure high-quality, culturally-informed education that meets the diverse needs of students.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the development, implementation, and evaluation of 7-12 curriculum and senior high school programming.
- Support inclusive schooling, student support, safe schools, and Indigenous language programs.
- Lead workshops, training, and professional development for staff and educators.
- Manage human and financial resources, including supervising staff and monitoring budgets up to $500,000.
- Collaborate with government departments, Indigenous governments, and education bodies across the NWT and other Canadian jurisdictions.
Qualifications & Experience
- Degree in Education and five (5) years relevant experience, including at least 1 year in management or supervisory roles.
- Additional requirements: Eligibility for NWT teacher certification.
- Equivalencies:
A Master's Degree in Education and 3 years of relevant experience, including a minimum of one (1) year of management and/or supervisory experience.
A Degree in Education: A Bachelor's Degree in education
Relevant experience refers to: Experience working in a JK-12 educational setting
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR
BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9
Tel (867) 767-9154 Extension 14106
Fax (867) 873-0445
jobsyk@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
More Information
Term Position
This job opening is for a 1 Year Term.
Indigenous Employment Policy
Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy.
Criminal Records Check
Candidates must provide a satisfactory criminal record check. Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.
Diversity and Inclusion
The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace. If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.
Eligibility
Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.
Equivalencies
Equivalencies may be considered based on a one-year of directly related experience equivalent to one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience. However, combinations of education and experience must often be considered on a case-by-case basis. For a full list of equivalencies that will be considered for this role, please contact human resources.
Transfer Assignments
Transfer Assignments may be considered.
Job Opening Information
Job Opening ID # 27606
Closing Date: March 19, 2026 - 23:59, Mountain Time
Salary Information
The salary range for this position is from $65.25 per hour to $77.95per hour (approximately $127,238 - $152,003.) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $3,700.
Application Assistance
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