Principal - North Ridge Middle School

NOTICE OF VACANCY

March 30, 2026

Location

• North Ridge Middle School

Effective

• 2026-2027 School Year

General Qualifications

• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL), Administrative Endorsement
• Designation of completion of ISBE Teacher Evaluator Modules preferred
• Minimum four years successful teaching experience
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated knowledge of best practices in curriculum, instruction, assessment, and instructional leadership
• Demonstrated success in selecting, assigning, and evaluating staff preferred
• Demonstrated ability to successfully lead staff through curricular and structural change
• Appreciation for the resources of a culturally, academically, and ethnically diverse community

Performance Responsibilities

• Assume responsibility for the implementation of all Board of Education policies and administrative procedures
• Cultivate leadership in others
• Shape a vision of academic success for all students
• Provide direction in the evaluation, design, and implementation of rigorous curriculum, quality instruction, and multiple assessment practices
• Align the educational programs, plans and actions to the district’s vision and goals for student learning; communicate to staff and community.
• Use appropriate data to set priorities and establish high, concrete goals in the context of improving student achievement
• Promote new and effective research-based practices
• Articulate and promote high expectations for teaching and student learning
• Consistently maintain quality interaction with teachers, students, parents, and the larger community
• Evaluate staff and provide ongoing coaching for improvement
• Maintain order and student discipline using the Ownership in Education Manual as a basis for firm, fair, and consistent decisions
• Interview and recommend teachers and staff to support quality instruction
• Support district and school goals by managing the budget and physical resources of the school responsibly, efficiently, and effectively
• Communicate effectively with both internal and external audiences about the operations of the school
• Model multi-cultural awareness, gender sensitivity, community collaboration, and racial and ethnic appreciation
• Maintain and protect the rights and confidentiality of others
• Display values, beliefs, and attitudes that inspire others to higher levels of performance
• Advocate for the welfare of all members of the learning community
• Provide for the safety and welfare of students and staff members
• Model professional ethics and integrity in carrying out responsibilities
• Provide leadership for staffing decisions based on enrollment projections and specific student needs
• Utilize current technologies to support instruction, leadership, and management functions
• Develop, monitor, and evaluate programs to enhance positive school culture and climate
• Collaborate with staff and the community to build a shared mission and vision of high expectations that ensure all students are on the path to college and career readiness
• Perform all other duties as assigned by the Superintendent or designee

Reports to

• Superintendent of schools or Designee

Terms of Employment

• 237-day position with salary and benefits to be determined by the Board of Education

To Apply

• External Applicants: To be considered, applicants must complete an online application packet including a letter of specific interest and a resume.
• District No. 118 Employees: To be considered, applicants must complete an online application packet including a letter of specific interest and a resume.
• A minimum of three references must be included on the application – one character reference and two former supervisors or evaluators.

Professional dress is required.

Kimberly D. Pabst, Director of Human Resources

Danville Community Consolidated School District No. 118

110 East Williams Street, Danville, IL 61832

Phone: (217) 444-1050, Fax: (217) 444-1052

Email: pabstk@danville118.org

An Equal Opportunity Employer

March 30, 2026