2026-2027SY Assistant Principal

Openings as of 5/6/2026 2026-2027 SY Assistant Principal JobID: 5025 Position Type: Administration/ Assistant Principal Date Posted: 4/15/2026 Location: St. Mary Immaculate Catholic School, Plainfield Position Purpose The Assistant Principal is considered a ministerial employee by their role as Administrator. Administrators working in a Catholic school agree to work diligently to support and strengthen the Catholic Church and its value system. By word and example these individuals support all the official religious teachings of the Catholic Church throughout their personal and professional lives. Administrators agree to play a substantial role in conveying the Catholic Church's message and carrying out its mission. The Assistant Principal is a member of the administrative team and reports directly to the principal. In collaboration with the Principal, the Assistant Principal is expected to create a Catholic culture that not only encourages the active engagement of teachers and students, but that also instills within each child a genuine desire to learn. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Assuming responsibility in the absence of the principal Assuming responsibilities as delegated by the principal Attending meetings in place of the principal Assisting in the preparation of student, teacher, and athletic handbooks Supervising student conduct including discipline and discipline records Participating in the teacher appraisal process Assisting in the review of teacher lesson plans Assisting in the preparation of staff meetings and staff development programs Participating in special education staffing, planning and implementation Arranging for substitute teachers Scheduling parent–teacher conferences Assisting in curriculum development and implementation Performing other related tasks as assigned by the principal and/or pastor Education & Experience Preferred that the Assistant Principal be Catholic; not required Holds a master's degree from an accredited institution of higher learning Possession of current Illinois administrative licensure (Illinois Professional Educator License with either a General Administrative (Type 75) or a Principal Endorsement) or is in an accredited program At least 3–5 years successful teaching experience, preferably in a Catholic school; with knowledge that is sufficiently broad to provide an understanding of the preschool through grade eight structure Leadership experience preferred Annual Salary Range $54,490 - $103,037 (final salary determined by relevant teaching experience and education) Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Basic Life and AD & D, Long-Term Disability Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Defined Pension Plan funded by Diocese of Joliet, 403(b) retirement plan, paid personal leave days, and paid holidays Voluntary benefits of Short-Term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, and Permanent Life Insurance Physical Abilities While performing the duties of this job, the employee may frequently be required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, see, feel with hands, reach with arms, walk up or down multiple flights of stairs, and be physically able to perform duties as assigned, including the ability to lift up to 20–30 pounds if needed. Works in standard office and school building environments but also has ability to work outdoors during outdoor student activities. ¹This document is not intended to be a comprehensive list of work‑related functions. All duties and work conditions listed are subject to change at the discretion of the Diocese of Joliet Management. The Diocese of Joliet will, in compliance with the Americans with Disability Act (ADA), accommodate essential job functions whenever feasible. #J-18808-Ljbffr Diocese-of-Joliet-1