Elementary School Principal (Control Code:TBD)

Position Type: Administration/Elementary Principal Date Posted: 2/4/2026 Location: Robert C. Hill Elementary School Date Available: 07/01/2026 TITLE: Elementary School Principal LOCATION: Building SUPERVISOR: Superintendent or Designee SUPERVISES: Assistant Principal(s), all school certified and classified staff, and all school educational support staff and contracted personnel JOB SUMMARY: Under general direction of the Superintendent, the Principal is responsible for the instructional and managerial leadership, administration and coordination of an elementary school. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily: Ensure the implementation of an educational environment that meets the intellectual, social, emotional, and physical needs of primary and intermediate students. Provide leadership to ensure understanding and implementation of the mission, vision, and core values contained within the District's strategic plan. Direct and collaboratively design and implement a continuous improvement process, including a school improvement plan, school improvement leadership team, teacher level team processes, utilization of a variety of data and evidence of effectiveness, and monitoring of implementation. Administer an articulated elementary curriculum program; conduct regular needs assessments and interpret results to staff and community. Keep abreast of developments and trends in elementary curriculum and instruction, and provide leadership in determining program direction and improvement to curriculum and instruction at the building level in collaboration with District administration. Collaborate with stakeholders to implement a comprehensive MTSS framework, including identification, assessment, and monitoring of students receiving intervention services and supervise regular team meetings. Lead, observe, support, and collaborate with building teams in the analysis of student data, and lead professional development that improves instructional practices. Screen, select, assign, supervise and evaluate performance of certified and educational support staff, including contracted personnel, and provide leadership for assistant principals in the same. Lead the coordination and work of specialized group of educators (nurses, psychologists, social workers, speech clinicians, etc.). Supervise all matters related to supporting substitute teachers within the building. Provide leadership in the development, supervision and management of the site operations and systems to ensure safety and efficiency; Ensure coordinated use of building facilities for internal and external stakeholders. Provide vision and leadership of efforts to build and maintain family-school partnerships and engagement. Consult with District leaders to facilitate programs and operations in the building, including cleaning, maintenance, nutritional services, co-curricular activities, and building usage. Provide leadership, supervise and manage in the supervision and management of the all site operations to assure safety and efficiency, including the supervision and documentation of investigations of disturbances and emergencies, crisis management and proactive safety measures (ie: drills) in collaboration with District leadership. Ensure appropriate record keeping, communications, and processes related to student attendance, within the building and with District level leaders. Secure and collaborate with community partners; Communicate effectively with the business and residential community and participate in civic activities. Lead planning and execution of a student activities calendar, including special events that build school climate and enhance and highlight student learning. Supervise coordination of student transportation needs of students in cooperation with District leaders. Supervise all aspects of the co-curricular program, including clubs and activities. Work closely with the Executive Director of Student Services to facilitate special education and other student services in the building. Implement a responsive learning environment through mutually respectful relationships with all stakeholders, including a positive, proactive and effective student discipline policy, rooted in restorative practices. Motivate employee performance and enhance morale. Maintain a commitment to ongoing growth in self and others, supporting and participating in District and site professional growth programs. Administer a balanced budget and operate a school using a collaborative management system. Coordinate the assignment of student teachers within the building, including orientation of the student teachers, working with supervising teachers, university supervisors and Human Resources. Organize and supervise the procurement, issuance, maintenance, collection and storage of instructional materials; supervise the collection of all student fees, fines and other obligations; and maintain accurate student records. Supervise development of master schedules and calendars, to maximize the achievement of program objectives, and direct the registration and placement process for students at the building level. Submit accurate reports to state and federal agencies as assigned. Perform other job-related duties as may be assigned by the Superintendent. OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES: An administrative leadership style based on effective human relations and a student focused continuous improvement model. Accessibility and visibility to building stakeholders. Evidence of relationship-building, communication, and organizational skills. Evidence of regular engagement in and desire to continue professional learning, implementation, and reflection in the areas of curriculum, child development, equitable practices, and instructional methods at the elementary school. Knowledgeable of District policies, Local policies, State and Federal laws relating to students. Understanding the range of services and requirements to meet the needs of a diverse student population, including special education, enrichment, and multilingual services. The vision, compassion, and enthusiasm for effective team leadership to motivate high standards and continuous improvement. Demonstrated knowledge of best practices in curriculum and instruction at the elementary level. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with interruptions. Experience with integration of instructional technology to enhance delivery and learning. Demonstrated use of strategies for ensuring equitable practices in a diverse learning environment. Effective communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills with a record of building relationships that foster collegial trust, promote teacher efficacy, aspire to high expectations and accountability, and maintain a common instructional focus. Demonstrate positive attitude toward job and flexibility as an innovative team builder. Serve as a role model for all students and create an environment that is conducive to providing students an enhanced and engaged learning opportunity. QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION AND LICENSURE Master's Degree, from an accredited college or university, with training in administration, supervision, and/or curriculum development Appropriate Illinois credentials to evaluate certified staff Valid Illinois Professional Educator License with appropriate administrative endorsement (ie: Principal, Superintendent, etc.) EXPERIENCE Five years of successful teaching experience, preferably at the elementary level. Five years or more of successful administrative or supervisory experience at the elementary level preferred. PHYSICAL ACTIVITY AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: Position may require ability to participate fully in the training, regular certification and use of established methods of de-escalation and physical management of students. May require valid certification in CPR and crisis management. Work is performed within the school/ district environment where unusual temperature, noise, and hazards are relatively nonexistent. Work requires the employee to perform the following critical physical demands of the job in the school or district office setting as applicable: Ability to regularly communicate verbally, see, and hear. Ability to pull, push, ambulate, perform tasks from standing and seated position, and use fine motor manipulation during the normal performance of tasks and responsibilities. Ability to occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, and lift or move up to twenty-five (25) pounds. Ability to travel from building to building and local community as needed. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Salary and benefits are determined by the Superintendent based on experience and credentials. FLSA Exempt. This is a twelve-month position. SALARY RANGE: $122,500-$130,000/Annually Benefits Summary: Medical/Vision and Dental coverage through BCBSIL FSA and Dependent Daycare accounts Life, AD&D, and Long Term Disability insurance TRS contribution included in base salary 403B Yearly professional development allotment Mileage reimbursement Vacation payout EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on evaluation of professional personnel. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Created: 2026-03-04