Principal, Elementary School

Aspen View Public Schools, with a division office located in the town of Athabasca, is a rural school division providing diverse and cutting-edge programming to students in a number of communities. The division is unique in that it is surrounded by a multitude of lakes, golf courses and trails that appeal to an active, outdoor lifestyle while still being in close proximity to larger urban centers.

Whispering Hills Primary School, located in the Town of Athabasca, offers Great Beginnings and Kindergarten to Grade 3 programming in a dual-track environment, with both English and French Immersion options. Serving approximately 300 students, WHPS provides a safe, caring, welcoming, and respectful setting where students build strong foundations in literacy, numeracy, and social‑emotional learning.

The school emphasizes self-regulation and emotional well‑being through the Zones of Regulation and its Bucket Filling philosophy, helping students develop empathy, awareness, and positive relationships. As an APPLE School, WHPS promotes healthy living through daily wellness practices and nutritious food supports, encouraging students to learn and play actively both indoors and outdoors.

WHPS values family involvement and offers many opportunities for parents and caregivers to engage in school life, contributing to a supportive learning community where young learners are encouraged to think independently, develop healthy habits, and participate fully in classroom and school activities.

Aspen View Public Schools is currently seeking a principal for Whispering Hills Primary School. As an instructional leader in our Division, you will be part of our Administrative Association, contributing to the success of the school and of the Division. This position reports directly to the Superintendent of Schools.

• Successful teaching experience
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Appropriate administrative training
• Strong understanding of the Leadership Quality Standard, including a commitment to complete the necessary training
• Excellent planning and organizational skills
• Committed to personal and staff professional development
• Experience using technology to facilitate learning
• A commitment to collaborative and data-informed decision making
• A background of involvement in community activities
• A commitment to promoting inclusive classroom practices
• Foundational knowledge and skills to support First Nations, Métis and Inuit students and families.
• Committed to assessment for learning and outcome based reporting practices

This position will commence on August 26, 2026, the start of the  School Year. Applications may be submitted by May 14, 2026. Please include an updated resume, two professional references and a copy of Alberta Teacher Certification. A current criminal record check including vulnerable sector check and child intervention check, dated within the past six (6) months, must be provided prior to an employment contract being issued.