Jr. Assistant Principal
Listed on 2026-02-28
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Education / Teaching
Education Administration
Position Details
- Position Type:
Administration/ Jr. High Assistant Principal - Date Posted:
2/20/2026 - Location:
Old Orchard Junior High - Date Available:
July 1, 2026
The Junior High Assistant Principal supports the Principal in providing instructional and operational leadership, with a primary focus on fostering a positive school culture, promoting staff development, and advancing equity-centered social-emotional and behavioral systems. The Assistant Principal plays a critical role in coaching and supporting teachers, leading student support systems, and building strong relationships across the school community. This position ensures that school-wide expectations, climate, and learning conditions promote the academic and social-emotional growth of all students and align with the district's strategic priorities.
Qualifications- Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with Principal Endorsement required
- Successful teaching experience at the junior high or middle school level
- Demonstrated knowledge of curriculum, instruction, assessment, and professional learning
- Strong background in student support systems, behavior frameworks, and SEL practices
- Proven ability to build relationships, resolve conflict, and promote a positive school culture
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills
- Demonstrated commitment to equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive practices
- Preferred but not required;
Bilingual endorsement/approval or fluency in a second language, in addition to English
- Leave: 9 Paid Holidays / 12-20 Sick Days (depending on years of service) / 2 Personal Days
- FLSA Status: Exempt
- Retirement: TRS
- Benefits: As outlined in the District 68 administrative benefits plan, family health insurance benefit with the full premium cost for the HMO, PPO, HDHP, or PPO (paid by the Board of Education)
- Salary: Commensurate with experience ($90,000 - $140,000)
Postings current as of 2/24/2026 6:48:13 PM CST.
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