Associate Principal & Learning Strategist - Job Posting

Associate Principal & Learning Strategist - Job Posting

Full-Time (1.0 FTE) 50% Associate Principal, 50% Learning Strategist About Airdrie Christian Academy

At ACA, our mission is clear: “We are called by Jesus Christ to advance God's Kingdom by educating and training His children to personally know, love and serve Him.” Our vision is to equip and disciple generations for Christ. We are committed to fostering academic excellence and spiritual growth in a Christ-centered environment.

Position Overview

This is an exciting opportunity for a Christ-centered leader with a heart for leadership and supporting diverse learners. The Associate Principal & Learning Strategist is a key educational and spiritual leader at ACA, reporting directly to the Principal and serving as a senior member of the Leadership Team. This unique dual role is split evenly between:

• Associate Principal: Supporting school leadership, staff development, and a vibrant school culture.
• Learning Strategist: Leading targeted student support, including programming for students with Individual Program Plans (IPPs) and English as an Additional Language (EAL) needs.

• Support the Principal in leading the educational program, ensuring alignment with ACA's mission and Alberta Education standards.
• Supervise and support teachers, educational assistants, and divisional administrative staff.
• Promote professional and spiritual growth for staff and students.
• Oversee curriculum review, instructional programming, and compliance with Alberta Education requirements.
• Support scheduling, staffing, budgeting, and policy development.

Learning Strategist (50%)

• Lead and oversee ACA's Learning Support team, including educational assistants.
• Ensure effective implementation, monitoring, and reporting for IPPs and EAL programs.
• Provide coaching and professional development for teachers and EAs in differentiated instruction and targeted supports.
• Coordinate with families and external agencies to ensure high-quality learning supports.
• Maintain student documentation and ensure compliance with Alberta Education guidelines.
• Provide targeted support for individual students or small groups as needed.

• Valid Alberta Teaching Certification.
• Alberta Leadership Certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Bachelor of Education (required); Master's Degree in Educational Leadership or related field (asset).
• Previous school leadership experience (Associate Principal, Learning Strategist, or similar) preferred.
• Strong knowledge of targeted student support, IPPs, EAL, and differentiated instruction.
• Strong interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills.
• Organized, innovative, and collaborative.
• Discreet and professional in handling sensitive information.
• Must align with the mission and vision of ACA

• Be part of a Christ-centered school community dedicated to academic excellence and discipleship.
• Lead and collaborate with a passionate, mission-aligned staff.
• Shape both school culture and student learning outcomes.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional and spiritual growth.

Open Until filled

Please apply on our website

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Resumes of individuals who are not granted an interview will be disposed off appropriately.

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