Assistant Principal: Instructional Leader & Program Director

Illinois Education Job Bank; Canton (IL); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Illinois Association of School Administrators seeks an experienced educational leader with a Type 75 Principal Administrative License to oversee 5-8 instructional programs and supervise instructional and support staff. The candidate will evaluate teachers, plan curricula, and cultivate strong relationships with students, staff, the public, and the broader community.

Strong communication skills and a deep understanding of diverse learning needs are essential, as is the ability to supervise

Qualifications

• Must hold a Type 75/Principal Administrative License.
• Must be certified to evaluate teachers.
• Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate comprehensive 5-8 school instructional programs.
• Demonstrated ability to develop effective working relationships with students, staff, community, and the public.
• Knowledge of principles, practices, materials, and equipment used in current 5-8 school education and ability to apply them.
• Plan, supervise, and evaluate the work of instructional and support personnel.
• Knowledge of current curriculum and instructional best practices and trends.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Understands the needs of a diverse learning community.
• Ability to supervise sporting events, activities, and miscellaneous events.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and coordinate comprehensive 5-8 school instructional programs.
• Supervise and evaluate the work of instructional and support personnel.
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with students, staff, community, and the public.
• Apply knowledge of current curriculum, practices, and equipment to needs of the school.
• Communicate effectively in writing and speech, with diverse audiences.

Skills

Program planning

Relationship building

Curriculum knowledge

Communication skills

Diversity awareness

Staff supervision

Educator evaluation

5-8 school practices

Event supervision

Organization & coordination

Education

Type 75 Principal Administrative License

Certification to evaluate teachers

Job description

The Illinois Association of School Administrators seeks an experienced educational leader with a Type 75 Principal Administrative License to oversee 5-8 instructional programs and supervise instructional and support staff. The candidate will evaluate teachers, plan curricula, and cultivate strong relationships with students, staff, the public, and the broader community.

Strong communication skills and a deep understanding of diverse learning needs are essential, as is the ability to supervise