Christine Homan

Machetanz Elementary, Pre-K-5th grade, School Principal

Wasilla, Alaska, United States

About

I'm the principal of a PreK-5th grade neighborhood school in Wasilla, Alaska, that thrives on hands-on, messy learning, allowing students to engage in the magic of discovery. We focus on STEAM and place-based education to create dynamic learning experiences. We’re looking for passionate educators ready to lean into collaboration, embrace hard conversations, and dive into messy learning. If you're dedicated to supporting students through STEAM education and want to work among a building of leaders in a dynamic environment, come be a part of the herd! Join our team as we seek teachers for our K/1, 2/3, and 4/5 looping positions for the 2026-2027 school year. Let's inspire the next generation of thinkers and creators together. Send me a message or email me at [email protected] to connect!

Experience

  • Principal at Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District
    Jul 2024 - Present · 2 yrs

  • Anchorage School District (10 yrs 11 mos)
    • Assistant Principal, Title 1 Neighborhood Programs
      Jun 2023 - May 2024 · 1 yr

    • Public Upper Elementary Montessori Teacher
      May 2021 - May 2023 · 2 yrs 1 mo

    • Elementary Principal Internship, Elementary and Secondary levels
      Nov 2022 - Jan 2023 · 3 mos

  • Site Director at Camp Fire Alaska
    Aug 2005 - Aug 2009 · 4 yrs 1 mo