Grande Yellowhead Public School Division is accepting applications for the position of

Assistant****Principal, Grande Cache Community High School

Duties will commence April 27, 2026 until June 30, 2026

Posting will remain open until April 6, 2026

Role and Responsibilities

The successful candidate is an innovative, caring, collaborative and committed instructional leader, whose role will consist ofAdministration and Instructionin areas of strengths as determined by the Principal.

The responsibilities include:

• Providing instructional leadership to promote high quality teaching and learning.

• Implementing theTeacher Growth, Supervision and Evaluation Policy.

• Providing each student with the opportunity to fulfill their potential and pursue their dreams.

• Facilitating inclusive educational practices to maximize educational opportunities for all students.

• Adhering to provincial legislation, board policy and division administrative procedures.

• Managing school operations and finances.

• Developing a shared responsibility between students , parents, schools and communities.

• Modelling commitment to professional development.

• Knowledgeable in research and practices to provide for the professional growth and evaluation of school staff conversant with data-driven decision-making strategies to develop data-based priorities in support of continuous improvement.

• A collaborative leader who can engage staff in student-focused learning.

• Proactive in theory, research and practices to ensure school discipline is maintained at a positive and caring standard.

• Familiar with philosophy and practices to establish a student-centered timetable to optimize student learning opportunities.

• Capable to promote and engage in positive and supportive relationships between the school, community and interagency partners.

• Flexible with a broad curricular background or experience and involvement in school life.

Requirements

• Possess an Alberta Teaching Certificate.
• Bachelor’s degree in Education.
• Demonstrated progress toward a Master’s degree at an accredited University is preferred, but not required.
• Prior administrative experience.
• Experience in implementing theTeaching Quality Standard(TQS) and infusing literacy across the curriculum.
• Technology skills to be able to work in the divisional context.
• Possess strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong relationship building skills to positively promote and support students.
• Proven track record of strong instructional practice and success across the curriculum.

Additional Note: assignment to include Bio 20, CALM, Psych, Options (grade 9), Mentorship and Academic Counslor.

The School

Grande Cache Community High School

Grande Cache Community High is a Grade 9-12 public school with an enrollment of approximately 200 students. Our mission is to work in partnership with the community to meet the unique learning needs of all students as they become contributing members of the community and engaged citizens

Please see our for more information about the school.

The Division

Grande Yellowhead Public School Division (GYPSD) stretches from Jasper National Park, east to Evansburg, south of Cadomin, and northwest to Grande Cache. The jurisdiction includes 17 schools, 5 Learning Connection Centres, approximately 5000 students and 600 staff. The Division is governed by seven elected Trustees.

The Board’s four priorities are:

• Student Learning
• Teaching and Leadership Excellence
• Community Engagement
• System Health and Wellness

GYPSD schools offer a broad range of JK-12 programs. Principals focus on strong instructional leadership using generative dialogue to support teacher growth and supervision.

The Division is noted for its commitment to strong literacy practices infused across the curriculum, inclusive education and for its innovative technology programs.

The Division is committed to strong professional development and each teacher and principal has the opportunity to apply for up to $2000 per year to support professional learning.

Applications

The competition will remain open until a suitable candidate has been found. Please submit a cover letter and resume along with a copy of all relevant transcripts. Resumes must highlight professional qualifications, relevant administrative training and experience, most recent professional evaluations and three current references that provide permission to contact.

In accordance with Board Policy, the successful applicant will be required to provide the following:

• Vulnerable Sector Check
• Intervention Record Check

Thank you in advance to all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for interviews

will be contacted.