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Assistant Principal

Duties

Essential Duties:

  • Collaborate with the principal to support the implementation of instructional priorities and school improvement efforts
  • Provide coaching, modeling, and feedback to teachers to improve instructional practices and support professional growth
  • Lead and monitor the implementation of multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS) for academics, behavior, and SEL
  • Facilitate and reinforce a consistent school-wide approach to positive behavior, student engagement, and restorative practices
  • Analyze and respond to student behavior and attendance data, collaborating with staff to design appropriate supports
  • Support the planning and facilitation of professional learning for staff, especially in areas related to instructional strategies, SEL, and inclusive practices
  • Serve as a key member of the school’s student support and intervention teams
  • Establish positive relationships with students, staff, and families to build trust, respect, and collaboration
  • Assist with student supervision, crisis intervention, discipline, and safety protocols
  • Partner with families and external agencies to support student well-being and engagement
  • Support the recruitment, induction, and retention of high-quality staff

 

Other Responsibilities:

  • Assist in the development and communication of school-wide expectations and school culture initiatives
  • Actively promote equity, access, and belonging for all students and staff
  • Serve as acting principal in the absence of the principal
  • Support operational and logistical aspects of school management, including scheduling, coverage, and event planning
  • Lead or support school committees or initiatives aligned with student achievement and well-being

Additional Duties:

  • Respond to student/staff/parent concerns and work collaboratively to ensure needs are met equitably.
  • Promote inclusive and culturally responsive practices throughout the district.
  • Participate in meetings, committees, and initiatives as assigned by the supervisor and/or the Superintendent.
  • Ensure appropriate sections of the website are updated regularly—at minimum before summer, before the start of the school year, and before winter—and notify relevant staff when updates are needed.
  • Commitment to equity, belonging, and academic rigor for every student
  • Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with Principal Endorsement required
  • Successful teaching experience at the junior high or middle school level
  • Demonstrated knowledge of curriculum, instruction, assessment, and professional learning
  • Strong background in student support systems, behavior frameworks, and SEL practices
  • Proven ability to build relationships, resolve conflict, and promote a positive school culture
  • Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills
  • Demonstrated commitment to equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive practices
  • Preferred but not required – Bilingual endorsement/approval or fluency in a second language, in addition to English

Salary/Benefits

  • Work Year: 224 work days
  • Leave: 9 Paid Holidays / 12-20 Sick Days (depending on years of service) / 2 Personal Days
  • FLSA Status:  Exempt
  • Retirement: TRS
  • Benefits: ??As outlined in the District 68 administrative benefits plan - family health insurance benefit with the full premium cost for the HMO, PPO HDHP or PPO (paid by the Board of Education)
  • Salary: Commensurate with experience ($90,000 - $140,000)

Link to District/Third Party Online Application Web Page

https://www.applitrack.com/d68/onlineapp/default.aspx

Job Posting Date

2/20/2026

Application Deadline

3/22/2026

Start Date

2/20/2026