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: $25,00 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: Interviews may begin, and the vacancy may potentially be filled, prior to the application deadline date indicated in the job bank description. Interested applicants are encouraged to submit their application promptly.

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

Application Deadline

4/2/2026

Email for More Information

tjeppson@lamoilleschools.org