Date Available: 08/01/2024
Closing Date:
04/02/2024
Summary
Under general supervision from the Executive Director of Elementary Education, the Principal leads the development, organization, administration, supervision and evaluation of educational programs, supports and services. The Principal takes the lead role in the hiring, evaluation, and supervision of licensed and non-licensed staff and serves as chief instructional leader of the building. The Principal improves the overall effectiveness of the building(s) served through the development of positive and collaborative working relationships with the building and district administrators as well as with students, staff, and the community. The primary responsibility of the principal is to improve instruction and spend a majority of time on curriculum and staff development.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Has experience and knowledge of best curriculum practices for respective grade levels and programs (e.g. special education, dual language, etc.) within the school.
Possesses knowledge of District policies and regulations relating to areas of responsibilities.
Demonstrates commitment and proven track record as an educator to improve student achievement and growth, support school improvement, and participate and lead professional development as a life-long learner.
Has an understanding of, and the ability to use, data from a variety of sources to improve student learning, school climate, and the school overall.
Ensures the efficient, effective operation of the school through the building’s staff development program, evaluation of employees, developing and administering the school budget, and implementing and interpreting policies, procedures, and regulations for effective day-to-day and long term operations.
Ensures effective community-staff-student relations by promoting communication and participation, by identifying needs and planning, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating the school-community relations activities in a manner which is visible to the public.
Actively participates and leads when needed with regular meetings with the district office, building leadership team, and district leadership team.
Promotes and leads parental and community engagement in school and District activities.
Provides a positive learning climate in the school by establishing, enforcing and maintaining appropriate student behavior standards and guidelines.
Provides planning leadership and direction to staff committees and is actively involved in contributing to curriculum and school improvement plans and decisions.
Ensures the systematic improvement and evaluation of instructional and management programs that respond to student, school, community, and District needs.
Lead schoolwide efforts to meet the vision, mission, and values in accordance with the District 205 Student Journey of Excellence Framework and Strategic Plan.
Completes all other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Master's degree or equivalent; Doctoral degree preferred but not required
- Illinois Professional Educator License registered in DuPage County and endorsed as a General Administrator or Principal
- Completion of Illinois Performance Evaluation Teacher and Administrator/Principal Evaluation Modules
- Experience as a school or district level administrator required.
CompensationRegionally competitive salary and benefits will be offered to the preferred candidate including a 11 month contract with Board paid TRS.
Notice of Non-Discrimination
Elmhurst Community Unit School District 205 recognizes that excellence in education requires a commitment to consistently implementing practices, policies, and procedures in all schools and programs which provide equal educational opportunities for all students and staff. Consistent with Board Policy 7:10, equal educational and extracurricular opportunities are available to all staff members and applicants without regard to race, color, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, age, religion, physical or mental disability, status as homeless, immigration status, order of protection status, or actual or potential marital or parental status, including pregnancy.
About the District
Elmhurst Community Unit School District 205 serves more than 8,400 students throughout one early childhood center, eight elementary schools, three middle schools, one high school and a transition center. Our vision is that all students graduate College, Career and Life Ready. We achieve this vision by Educating, Engaging and Empowering all students throughout their Journey of Excellence.
Elmhurst Community Unit School District 205 is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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