Assistant Principal

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Founded in 2001, LEARN is a network of high‑performing, tuition‑free public elementary and middle schools that serve 4,100 students in grades PK‑8 across Chicago, Waukegan, North Chicago, and Washington, D.C. Our mission is to give children a strong academic and social/emotional foundation so they can earn a college degree. We are committed to a supportive environment where staff feel respected and appreciated, and we collaborate across schools to innovate and exceed expectations.

As an Assistant Principal, you will supervise, discipline, and monitor students in partnership with the Principal. You will implement and enforce school policies, administer disciplinary procedures, manage classroom organization, support teachers, and engage families and staff.

• Assist in the development and implementation of assessments and instructional programs for students.
• Guide classroom set‑up, master scheduling, and procurement of curriculum materials.
• Develop and administer student conduct and disciplinary guidelines with the Principal.
• Oversee student arrivals, dismissals, and transitions.
• Assist in planning and supervising extracurricular activities.

• Observe, evaluate, and coach assigned teachers and staff members.
• Lead professional development sessions as required.
• Create a positive learning environment, incorporating positive reinforcement and Multi‑Tiered Support Systems.

• Recruit, hire, and orient assigned teaching and other staff.
• Proactively resolve conflicts and anticipate issues for families or students.

• 2+ years in an Assistant Principal role or 3‑5 years as a Master Teacher focusing on instruction.
• Knowledge of Illinois education laws, regulations, and policies.
• Understanding of elementary curriculum and instructional programs.
• Effective communication with teachers, parents, community members, and Board Members.
• Strong prioritization and organizational skills.
• Data analysis skills for instruction improvement.
• Alignment with LEARN’s core values.
• Persistent, intentional mindset for each child’s success.

• Bilingual.
• Interest in becoming a principal within 1‑2 years.
• Master’s degree.
• Process evaluation and improvement skills.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Wellness Benefits:
  Online Mental Health Support, free on‑site COVID testing
• Paid vacation, personal days, paid holidays, including 5 days off every 23 days in a school year
• Short and long‑term disability
• Paid life insurance
• 403B contribution and 4.5% matching when eligible
• Ongoing professional development opportunities, including weekly PDs

Majority of work is performed in a general office environment. The position requires extended and non‑traditional hours, participation in organization‑sponsored events and meetings, and operation of standard business office equipment. You must be able to stand, bend, reach, stoop, walk in classrooms, kneel, and use stairs. Applicants after 11/1/21 must provide proof of full COVID‑19 vaccination or a valid exemption.

This job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time.