Assistant Principal

Location: Markham

Duties

The Assistant Principal may have the major responsibility for certain duties, which are ultimately the overall responsibility of the Principal . Among these may be:

* Coordination and supervision of activities

* Evaluation of programs

* Evaluation of staff performance

* Supervision of facilities

* Responsibility for the safety, conduct and general welfare of students

* Monitoring of student progress

* Responsibility for the safety, conduct and general welfare of students

* Monitoring of student progress

* Responsibility for the safe operation of the physical plant and the general welfare of students, staff, parents and patrons on or about the school site

* Selection, assignment, supervision and evaluation of certified and classified employees

* Promotes and maintains open communications, positive student attitudes, respect dignity, worth of staff students and complies with established lines of authority

Qualifications

* Ability to communicate well and to apply leadership skills within a shared decision-making model

* Ability and willingness to follow the directions given and to perform assigned duties in accordance with applicable guidelines, policies and procedures

* Leadership qualities and excellent interpersonal skills

* Sound educational philosophy and instructional competence

* Knowledge and prior application of current information, theory and research in education

* knowledge of and prior successful experience working in a diverse setting

* Risk taker willing to approach leadership through change process with demonstrated competency

* A background in appropriate level of the organization (elementary, middle and high school)

* Ability to evaluate the instructional process

* Commitment to innovation ad creativity

* Experience with a school-wide discipline program

* Experience with a diverse student program

* A background in computer technology

* Knowledge of and prior application or experience in improving academic achievement

* Ability to read and analyze, interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or governmental regulations

* Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals

* Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of administrators, staff and the general public

* Ability to define problems, collect and analyze data, establish facts and draw conclusions

* Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with abstract and concrete variables

* Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory in specific field

* Ability to perform duties in full compliance with all District requirements and Board of Education policies

Salary/Benefits

SALARY

Beginning salary at $80,000

BENEFITS

12 month contract with July vacation (July 1, 2024 - June 30, 2025)

Benefits:
Life, Medical, Dental and Vision

Additional Notes

Assist the Principal in:

* Curriculum and program development and evaluation

* Presentation of staff development and in-service for all employees

* Development and implementation of school restructuring programs, consensus, team building models, interdisciplinary teams and shared decision-making

* Development and management of sound fiscal practices

* Assists to provide direction to staff in implementing goals and objectives and interacts, interacts and directs with staff to assist in their development

* Performs others duties and responsibilities as assigned

* Hold a valid Professional Educator License, with General Administrative endorsement

* Five (5) years of teaching experience

* Two (2) years of administrative or supervisory experience is preferred (may include facilitating meetings, programs and activities)

How to Apply

Applicants must apply online at  and upload your letter of application with resumew, current college transcripts (awarded degree), certifications and endorsements and three (3) letters of recommendation. Internal applicants must complete transfer at the same site. Questions should be directed to Human Resources, Administration Center, 3015 W. 163rd Street, Markham, IL 60428 Prairie-Hills Elementary School District 144 conducts pre-employment drug tests and background checks.

Link to District/Third Party Online Application Web Page

Email Address

School District

Position Website

City Website

ILearn Link

ILearn

Report Card Link

Illinois Report Card

Job Posting Date

4/8/2025

Start Date

N/A