Duties

• Provide instructional leadership to improve student achievement and daily administrative oversight for grades 7-12.
• Foster a positive, safe, and inclusive school climate. 
• Oversee student discipline, attendance, and behavioral supports.
• Support implementation of curriculum, assessment, and data-driven instruction.  
• Supervise and evaluate certified and non-certified staff. Ensure compliance with ISBE requirements, Board policy, and state/federal regulations.
• Collaborate with the Superintendent, K-6 Principal, Transportation Director, and Athletic Director to ensure seamless district operations.
• Support extracurricular and co-curricular programs that enhance student engagement.
• Engage with the La Moille community to maintain strong school-home relationships and to support student success.

Qualifications

• Licensure: Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with a General Administrative or Principal Endorsement. Candidates must have completed or be able to complete the mandatory teacher evaluation training prior to the start of the 26-27 school year.
• Experience: Previous administrative experience preferred, but high-potential emerging leaders are encouraged to apply.
• Collaborative Community Leader: Ability to build trust and maintain transparent, proactive communication with parents, students, and staff. Must possess the interpersonal “soft skills” necessary to lead a small, close-knit rural school community through transitions.

Salary/Benefits

• Salary Range: $75,000 - $90,000 (commensurate with experience/education).
• Retirement: District-paid TRS and THIS contributions.
• Insurance: Competitive options for Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• Life Insurance: $25,000 paid policy by district.
• Schedule: 11-month (220-day) contract.  
• Leave: 11 Sick Days and 5 Personal Days annually.
• Professional: Tuition reimbursement for advanced coursework; Paid Illinois Principals Association (IPA) membership dues; Paid attendance to IPA Conference or other relevant professional development.

Additional Notes

Note: Open until filled.

District Overview:

La Moille CUSD 303 is a proud, rural K-12 district located in the Starved Rock Region. With a total enrollment of approximately 165 students, we offer the small-school feel where every student is known by name. We are currently seeking a visionary leader for our Jr./Sr. High School (68 students) who is passionate about rural education and student-centered leadership.

The successful candidate will serve as the Principal for Grades 7-12 for the 2026-27 school year.

Strategic Transition & Future Outlook: La Moille CUSD 303 is currently engaged in a strategic planning process regarding district right-sizing. This includes the potential deactivation of the High School at the conclusion of the 2026-2027 school year. Should the district transition to a PreK-8 model for the 2027-2028 school year, there is a potential opportunity for the successful candidate to transition into a PreK-8 Building Principal role or other administrative role within the district.

Note: Any future transition or contract extension is contingent upon district needs, Board of Education approval, and the candidate’s performance and licensure.

Contact Superintendent Mr. Tom Jeppson at (815) 490-7086 with any questions. 

How to Apply

Please submit a letter of interest, resume, PEL information (ELIS page), transcripts (unofficial is acceptable), and three(3) letters of reference to:

Mr. Tom Jeppson, Superintendent 

tjeppson@lamoilleschools.org 

Email Address

tjeppson@lamoilleschools.org

School District

https://www.lamoilleschools.org

ILearn Link

ILearn

Report Card Link

District Report Card

Email for More Information

tjeppson@lamoilleschools.org