Assistant Principal

Position Type: Administration/Assistant Principal Date Posted: 2/25/2026 Location: Glenwood Middle School (7-8) Date Available: 08/10/2026 Closing Date: 07/31/2026 Assistant Principal The Ball-Chatham School District is seeking a dedicated and student-focused Assistant Principal for Glenwood Middle School for the 2026 2027 school year. The Assistant Principal serves as a key member of the building leadership team, supporting the academic, social, and emotional growth of all students. This role works collaboratively with teachers, support staff, administrators, students, and families to foster a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment. Responsibilities include providing instructional leadership, supporting staff development, assisting with student discipline and behavioral interventions, ensuring implementation of district policies, and contributing to school improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong leadership skills, effective communication, a commitment to equity, and the ability to build positive relationships within the school community. This position plays a vital role in preparing students for continued success in high school and beyond. Benefits: 2025 Benefits Enrollment Guide Salary Range: 78,000-108,000. Administrator Salary Placement Guidelines This position may be a fit for you if... You are prepared to lead an extraordinary team guiding students to achievement of their educational goals and milestones You are excited about working with elementary students at all academic levels and needs You are enthusiastic about Ball-Chatham's vision, mission, and beliefs You have excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills You are able to create positive relationships with students, parents, and other staff You are able to provide a positive, safe, and academically challenging learning environment for students It would be great if you... Hold a valid Illinois Professional Educator License, with applicable Assistant Principal endorsement(s) Please upload a copy at the Supplemental Materials - Certified step of the online application. Have previous successful experience in teaching and school administration Maintain a Master's degree or higher Understand the responsibility of improving instruction, curriculum, and staff development In order to be considered for Elementary School Assistant Principal employment, individuals MUST: Complete and submit the ONLINE application Successfully complete a criminal background check Maintain qualifications and applicable licensure outlined in the position job description Job Description: Assistant Principal Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. This job description reflects the general requirements necessary to perform the job identified. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. EEO STATEMENT Ball-Chatham provides equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of their race; color; creed; religion; national origin; sex; sexual orientation; age; ancestry; marital status; arrest record; military status; order of protection status; unfavorable military discharge; citizenship status provided the individual is authorized to work in the United States; use of lawful products while not at work; being a victim of domestic or sexual violence, or gender violence; genetic information; physical or mental handicap or disability, if otherwise able to perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; credit history, unless a satisfactory credit history is an established bona fide occupational requirement of a particular position; or other legally protected categories.

Created: 2026-03-04