Employment Opportunity
Probationary Principal For 2026-2027
Susa Creek School
Northland School Division is now inviting applications for the role of Probationary Principal at Susa Creek School for the 2026-2027 school year. The start date is August 31, 2026. The Kindergarten to Grade 8 school is located approximately 12 kilometers from Grande Cache, Alberta and 450 kilometers from Edmonton, Alberta. Susa Creek is one of four cooperatives in the Aseniwuche Winewak Nation. To learn more visit . You can learn more about what Northland has to offer by visiting .
Major Responsibilities include:
- A passion for promoting educational success for Indigenous learners, especially in their language and culture. Fluency in language and experience in the culture would be an asset.
- Will work closely with the school council and the community to build relationships in order to create a positive, inviting school environment that is integrated into the life of the community.
- Will actively seek local partnerships to create innovative program opportunities to engage and challenge students and promote a sense of pride and accomplishment.
- Is a strong instructional leader who will work with staff to ensure that students have high quality learning experiences.
- Leads by example and is active in the life of the community.
Qualifications and Requirements include:
- Must hold or qualify for Alberta teaching certification and a Leadership Quality Standard certificate.
- Must hold a Master's degree or willingness to complete a Master's degree within a mutually agreed upon timeline.
- Has a minimum of 5 successful years of teaching experience in rural and/or Indigenous communities.
If you have leadership skills that can support literacy and language improvement through an Indigenous perspective at the school level and through Division goals, Northland School Division is the place for you.
Interested applicants are asked to submit a resume including the names of three (3) employer references by June 2nd, 2026 to: Krista Veitch, Associate Superintendent, Human Resources, Northland School Division. All applications must be emailed to [email protected]. We thank all applicants for submitting applications. However, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
Additionally, please note that selected candidates will be required to provide a criminal record and a child intervention check as part of the application process.
