Description
Applications are invited for the position of:
Principal of Lacombe Outreach School
Effective August 26, 2026
Lacombe Outreach School serves students in Grades 7-12, offering a combined Hybrid program for Grades 7-9 and an in-person Outreach School for Grades 10-12. Supported by a committed staff of approximately ten teachers and three support professionals, the school delivers a powerful foundational learning experience, emphasizing innovative and collaborative educational practices.
The Principal selection committee is seeking an innovative and visionary leader with an excellent background in classroom teaching and/or administrative experience in outreach settings for grades 7 - 12.
The ideal candidate will possess exemplary interpersonal skills and a commitment to building and promoting a collaborative environment. The new Principal of Lacombe Outreach School will be expected to continue building on a proud tradition where the school actively partners with its community to develop the best educational experience possible for students.
The ideal candidate will possess experience in the following areas:
- Evidence of exemplary interpersonal skills
- Evidence of a commitment towards building and promoting collaborative environments.
- Evidence of establishing structures and supports focused on concurrent academic and social/emotional interventions
- Evidence of leadership experience with diverse students.
- Evidence of experience working with First Nations, Métis & Inuit families and communities.
- Evidence of strong foundational knowledge about First Nations, Métis & Inuit for the benefit of all students.
- Evidence of enrollment in a Master’s Degree Program with a firm completion timeline of no longer than 24 months, or evidence of completion of a Master's Degree Program.
- Evidence of a thorough understanding and application of current educational research.
- Evidence of high expectations for student achievement, literacy assessment, and effective literacy programming and interventions.
- Evidence of a commitment to leading and supporting professional development and school improvement initiatives aligned with jurisdictional and provincial directions.
- Evidence of a thorough understanding of how technology can facilitate learning.
- Evidence of LQS Certification (Completion or Pathways to Certification workshop, or evidence of credentials)
- Evidence of successful experience as an assistant principal or principal.
Administrative Procedure 430 on the Wolf Creek Website provides a detailed description of the
The new principal of Lacombe Outreach School will also be expected to actively participate within the Wolf Creek Administrators’ Association and demonstrate a strong commitment toward our school district vision.
Applicants are asked to include the following in their applications:
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Contact information for a minimum of three employment-related references
- Electronic evidence of the skills listed above (eg. portfolio or other leadership artifacts)
**The competition will close at 9:00 AM on March 18, 2026.**Note: We thank all applicants for their interest, but advise that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
