This case examines a rural teaching principal in a small K-12 school in a prairie province. The case examines the work intensification of Mrs. Hayes, whose school has been affected by reductions in student enrolment, staffing, and administrative time. Overwhelmed by myriad responsibilities, the principal feels inadequate as both a teacher and a leader. She is exhausted in her efforts to provide quality learning and extra-curricular opportunities for students, as her workload continues to grow. Teaching activities examine the uniqueness of the rural teaching principal role and possible solutions that may support leaders as they manage work intensification in order to accomplish the responsibilities of this dual role.