Assistant Principal - Elementary School - 26/27 SY

Assistant Principal – Elementary School – 2026-2027 School Year (Job ID: 11790) Position Type: Administration / Assistant Principal Date Posted: 5/27/2026 Date Available: 07/01/2026 Job Type Full Time Description Assist the Principal in providing leadership and supervision in administering the educational program of an Elementary School to promote the educational development and achievement of students in accordance with Board of Education policies, administrative procedures, rules and regulations, and applicable law. Provide leadership in program development and improvement, professional staff development, and serve as Principal in the absence of the Principal. Essential Functions Assist in the development and administration of school programs consistent with school district goals and objectives. Provide leadership and direction to staff with regard to the ongoing evaluation and improvement of educational programs, including curricular and extra‑curricular activities. Promote a school environment that is safe and conducive to individualized instruction, cooperative curriculum development, and student learning. Prepare class schedules, master schedules, and extracurricular activities. Assist in ensuring that Board policies and procedures are implemented and followed at the school. Continue to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research. Encourage staff to continue to grow professionally and to experiment with new approaches or strategies to teaching. Assist in coordinating the work of school staff and school district program leaders to develop and implement instructional programs and teaching practices. Conduct ongoing assessment of student learning and work with teaching staff to modify instructional methods to fit students' needs, including students with special needs. Assist in the recruitment and selection of employees, the proper maintenance of employee personnel files, the administration of collective bargaining agreements, corrective action, and other human resource issues. Involve staff in the evaluation of programs and the planning of new programs. Encourage parental involvement in students' education and ensure effective communication with students and parents. Ensure that student conduct and attendance conforms with the school's standards and school district policies. Supervise and evaluate teaching staff and other building employees in accordance with the school district's evaluation plan, and make recommendations regarding goals, areas needing improvement and continued employment. Assist in the budgetary and financial affairs of the school consistent with school district policies. Articulate, advocate, and cultivate core values that define the school's culture and stresses the imperative of child‑centered education, high expectations and student support, equity, inclusiveness, social justice, openness, caring and trust, and continuous improvement. Act with cultural competence and responsiveness in interactions, decision‑making and practice. Ensure that each student has equitable access to effective teachers, learning opportunities, academic and social support, and other resources necessary for success. Address student misconduct in a positive, fair and unbiased manner. Additional Duties Perform other related tasks as assigned by the Principal, Superintendent and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent. The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities and is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility. Qualifications Certification Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with General Administrative Endorsement Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with Teacher Evaluator (Modules 1‑5) Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy and ability to differentiate instruction based upon student learning styles. Knowledge of Elementary school curriculum and concepts. Knowledge of best practices in administration, program evaluation and staff supervision. Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans. Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education. Ability to use computer network systems and software applications as needed. Ability to develop and implement projects. Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents. Ability to organize multiple tasks and conflicting time constraints. Ability to engage in self‑evaluation with regard to leadership, performance and professional growth. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work. Demonstrated successful leadership experience. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively to a broad audience. Ability to model best practices in the use of technology in the classroom and in their administrative capacity. Ability to be highly visible in the school community. Preferred experience working with a Three‑Tiered Intervention Model. Ability to develop positive working relationships with students, staff and parents. Demonstrated success in working with Danielson Framework For Teacher Evaluation. Thorough knowledge and understanding of the elementary school concept. Demonstrated ability to work with students and families from diverse backgrounds. Experience Extensive successful teaching experience, preferably at the Elementary School level and preferably in more than one grade level. Successful experience as an administrator preferred. Salary and Benefits 261 days 12 sick days 2 personal days 25 vacation days Monthly mileage stipend of $75 Medical, dental, optical insurance – employee choice of high deductible PPO/HSA, PPO or HMO Life insurance Doctoral tuition reimbursement Administrator Salary Schedule, Annual $89,897 – $97,308 Salary and benefits as established by the Board of Education Application Procedure Apply online. Supporting Documents Resume, transcripts (copies acceptable) Three current letters of recommendation Proof of Illinois Professional Educator License with General Administrative Endorsement Selection Procedure Applicants will be reviewed by the Principal. #J-18808-Ljbffr Dundee Community Unit School District 300