Associate Principal for Instruction

Position Type: ADMINISTRATIVE - TRS position/ Licensed Date Posted: 5/7/2026 Location: John Hersey High School Date Available: 07/01/2026 John Hersey High School seeks candidates with a strong academic background and the desire to work with students within and outside of the classroom. At John Hersey we promote personal development in a cooperative, supportive and respectful environment. Viable candidates must be willing to work collaboratively in course-alike groups along with interdisciplinary planning teams. John Hersey High School seeks candidates who are interested in utilizing student-centered teaching strategies and participating in professional learning communities. Associate Principal for Instruction Specific Duties Collaborates with leadership team to ensure equity is infused in practice and remains at the forefront of efforts to disrupt inequities. Leads the school's effort to sustain and develop assessment literacy and equitable assessment practices among teaching staff. Works with the building and central office administration to achieve the district's instructional goals and operational priorities. Works collaboratively with the principal and associate principal on academic programs and course selection and offerings. Works collaboratively with the principal and other administrators to provide staff development opportunities for the entire staff. Assists principal and other administrators with the development, implementation, evaluation, and modification of curricular and instructional programs. Assists the principal and other administrators with supervision and evaluation of personnel. Makes recommendations for employment, granting of tenure, dismissing staff, sanctioning staff members, and retraining staff members as appropriate. Works with the appropriate central office administration personnel as necessary. Works with the principal and other administrators to create and implement programs for the recognition of achievement of students, staff, and school. Works with the principal, associate principal, assistant principal, and appropriate personnel to develop and monitor the school's budget. Assists the appropriate staff in facilitating the standardized testing program in the school and ensures that accommodations are met. Ensures the maintenance and retention of all student records in accordance with district/state/federal policy. Works with the principal and other appropriate administrators to provide leadership and assistance for the building safety and crisis team. Works with the principal, associate principal, and division heads in preparing the master schedule. Works with building administrators to administer the building student-screening process and ensure students are being served academically, socially and emotionally. Works with the principal and other appropriate administrators in articulation with the sender school districts. Assists with the district summer school registration process and instructional program delivery process. Assists with supervision of evening and weekend school-related events. Assists in the administration of the school day and may be delegated to assume the duties of other administrators in their absence. In the absence of the principal, assumes the duty of the principal. Performs other tasks assigned by the principal. Qualifications Presently holds State of Illinois Professional Educator License with a General Administrator Endorsement or a Principal Endorsement; Previous building-level administrative experience preferred; Knowledge of and experience in staff supervision and evaluation. EL Endorsement preferred. Length of Contract 12-month assignment Salary and Benefits Competitive Compensation Salary Range: Administrative Salary Grade Two - $156,810.00-$196,012.00 High Salary Potential with annual increases Longevity bonus of 1% for those at the top of the salary range Medical, dental, and life insurance plans tailored for you and your family Contribution to TRS (Teachers' Retirement System) for eligible employees Work-Life Balance 20 vacation days annually and 15 paid holidays for eligible employees 14 sick days and 4 personal leave days each year Remote work options: Up to 10 days annually Employee Assistance Program Professional Growth Opportunities Tuition reimbursement for approved courses Mentorship and development programs designed to prepare you for career advancement $2,000 bonus for completing a pre-approved doctoral program Incentives Option to cash out up to 3 unused vacation days annually Cell phone stipends for 24/7 on-call positions We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our district. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Township High School District 214 Community Education Foundation