Assistant Principal: Instructional Leader & Ops Partner

The Illinois Association of School Administrators; Calumet City (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Illinois Association of School Administrators is seeking an Assistant Principal to support instructional leadership and daily school operations in a K–12 setting. The role emphasizes supervising certified staff, enforcing conduct policies, and guiding school improvement initiatives.

The position requires a valid Illinois PEL with a General Administrative endorsement and, ideally, at least two years of leadership experience.

Qualifications

• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with a General Administrative (K–12) endorsement
• Minimum two (2) years of successful instructional or school leadership experience preferred but not required
• Knowledge of student discipline systems, restorative practices, instructional leadership, supervision, and school operations
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills
• Ability to multitask, work independently, and use professional judgment

Responsibilities

• Assist the Principal in providing instructional leadership and daily school operations
• Support the supervision and evaluation of certified staff as assigned
• Enforce student discipline policies and the Student Code of Conduct
• Communicate expectations related to student behavior, attendance, and academics
• Investigate and resolve disciplinary matters in accordance with Board policy and due process
• Assist with curriculum planning, implementation, and school improvement initiatives
• Prepare and maintain discipline reports, suspension documentation, and parent communications
• Monitor student attendance and intervention systems
• Maintain accurate student data using district systems including Skyward and electronic gradebooks
• Support MTSS and special education collaboration
• Supervise students during arrival, dismissal, lunch, and school events
• Assist with emergency preparedness, safety planning, and crisis response
• Participate in professional development and leadership training
• Enforce all Board policies, district directives, and administrative procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent, Principal, or designee

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Education

Illinois PEL General Administrative K-12

Job description

The Illinois Association of School Administrators is seeking an Assistant Principal to support instructional leadership and daily school operations in a K–12 setting. The role emphasizes supervising certified staff, enforcing conduct policies, and guiding school improvement initiatives.

The position requires a valid Illinois PEL with a General Administrative endorsement and, ideally, at least two years of leadership experience.