Principal, Education Administration

CERTIFIED ADMINISTRATION VACANCY
PRINCIPAL – CASEYVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
SCHOOL YEAR

Job Classification:
Administration
Work Year: 10 months
Salary:
Regionally competitive, based on experience ($85,000- $100,000)
Immediate Supervisor:
Superintendent of Schools
Supervises:
Certified and Non-certified staff
Start date:
July 1st, 2026

• Applicant must hold a valid Illinois administrative license in Illinois
• Demonstrated successful teaching and leadership experience, preferably at the elementary level
• Advanced skills relating to staff supervision and program administration

• Be "student centered" and work to advance the schools' and the district's mission and vision.
• Keep superintendent informed regarding all aspects of the Elementary School.
• Communicate and collaborate with staff, other district principals and central office staff.
• Be responsible for the supervision of all personnel, curriculum, programs, and activities for the Elementary School.
• Have a working knowledge of accepted educational theory and relevant educational research and contribute to the educational profession through personal professional involvement and growth.
• Attend School Board meetings.
• Interview and recommend prospective employees in collaboration with the central administrative office.
• Participate in the review of the Student Handbook and district policies, and make suggestions to add, delete and/or modify policies and procedures as needed.
• Be the instructional leader of the building and administer systematic and effective initiatives to improve student achievement and success.
• Utilize data to analyze program effectiveness and identify areas needing modification and/or improvement.
• Provide leadership in identifying and solving issues and problems facing (a) an Elementary School as a school, (b) Collinsville as a district, and (c) the educational profession.
• Effectively supervise the instructional performance of the professional staff through a frequent and ongoing observation and evaluation program in an effort to increase student achievement by improving the quality of instruction.
• Effectively supervise and evaluate the Elementary School (s) support staff.
• Act as a role model for expected staff behavior by demonstrating leadership, management and instructional skills.
• Coordinate and oversee implementation of an effective orientation program for newly assigned personnel to the Elementary School (s) as well as facilitation of the district's induction and mentoring program.
• Develop, recommend, and implement administrative procedures consistent with federal law, state school law, state board of education and local school board policy.
• Promote a positive school climate and interpersonal relationships among students, employees, parents, and community members.
• Establish high expectations for student achievement that are directly communicated to students.
• Protect instructional time for students while providing adequate staff development/ collaboration time.
• Effectively organize and manage the general operations of the Elementary School (s) and exercise fiscal accountability in the implementation and the expenditure of the school budget.
• Maintain adequate student discipline through the implementation of a fair and effective discipline code.
• Be responsible for ensuring adequate supervision and acceptable student behavior at all school sanctioned or sponsored activities. Be a role model for students.
• Encourage and allow students and student organizations to give meaningful and appropriate input to the operation of the school.
• Be the educational and instructional leader who:
  • Upholds rigorous academic standards and instructional methods that motivate and engage students and faculty.
  • Effectively collaborates with faculty, staff, students, families, and community members.
  • Is ethical and demonstrates integrity and fairness.
  • Promotes student success by understanding, responding to, and influencing larger political, social, economic, legal, and cultural context.
  • Creates a personal, caring, and safe school learning environment that helps students achieve higher standards.
  • Applies research knowledge to improve school practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned by District administration.

• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard.
• Sitting or standing for extended period of time.
• Occasional reaching, kneeling and bending.
• Hearing and speaking to exchange information.
• Seeing to read a variety of materials.
• Lifting and carrying of supplies and materials up to 15 pounds.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, noisy and distracting environment.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Driving a vehicle to conduct work.
• Ability to perform CPI restraints if necessary.

Interested candidates must complete and submit the following required information by Monday, March 9th, 2026 to be considered for this position:

• Completed online application at:
• Cover letter. Uploaded through the online application…