Assistant Principal (Reach Certified)

Chicago Public Schools

Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 127,629 - 156,815

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plan Options

Pharmacy

Vision

Behavioral Health & EAP

Employee Wellness Program

Basic Life Insurance

Pension Plans

Supplemental Retirement Plans (403(b)

Job summary

Chicago Public Schools seeks an Assistant Principal to lead school operations in the principal's absence and support educational leadership across SIPAAA initiatives.

You will oversee budget coordination, supervise staff and student programs, and collaborate with parents, guardians, and community partners to promote student achievement and a safe learning environment.

Qualifications

Master's degree from an accredited college or university is required.
Valid Type 75 Educational Administrative Certificate issued by the Illinois State Board of Education is required.
Thorough knowledge of elementary and secondary education and CPS policies; understanding of budgeting methods.

Responsibilities

Assist in developing and implementing SIPAAA and monitoring the local school budget.
Plan and supervise student activities; guidance and counseling for students and staff.
Review and supervise disciplinary actions per school codes; meet with parents/guardians about student progress.
Assist in interviewing and recommending candidates for teaching and career service positions; arrange substitutes as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Budgeting knowledge

Educational administration

Oral and written communication

Education

Master's degree

Type 75 Educational Administrative Certificate

Job description

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Posting Date

Jul 30, 2026, 8:53:35 PM

Primary Location

West Side-2908 West Washington Blvd (Willa Cather School)

Salary Range : $127,629.00 to $156,815.00

JOB DESCRIPTION ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

CLASS TITLE

Assistant Principal

CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS

Under the direction of the school principal, takes charge of the school in the absence of the school principal, and assists in the direction and coordination of educational, administrative, supervisory, and counseling activities at school, and performs related duties as required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Under the direction of the principal, performs any of the following duties: Assists in the development and implementation of the School Improvement Plan for Advancing Academic Achievement (SIPAAA); participates in the development and monitoring of the local school budget; plans and supervises student activity programs; provides individual and group guidance to students for personal problems, and educational and vocational objectives; takes or recommends disciplinary action for students or employees in violation of established discipline codes; meets with parents and guardians to review student progress or problems; supervises students at assemblies and social and athletic events; directs and coordinates teacher supervision of lunchrooms, corridors, and playgrounds; observes teachers' and career service personnel's performance and provides recommendations regarding performance to the school principal; assists principal in interviewing and recommending teacher and career service candidates for employment; assists in supervising student teachers assigned at the school; assists in making arrangements for and overseeing substitute teachers at the school; responds to inquiries and complaints from students, parents and guardians, local school council members, and the general public concerning school operating policies and procedures.

OTHER FUNCTIONS

May teach courses, may organize and conduct in-service teacher and career service training at the school, may accompany students on field trips; may sponsor clubs, activities, and athletics.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Training and Experience. Must possess a Master's degree from an accredited college or university.

Certificate Requirement. Must possess a valid Type 75 Educational Administrative Certificate issued by the Illinois State Board of Education.

Knowledge, Abilities, and Skill. Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of elementary and secondary education, thorough knowledge of the rules and regulations of the Chicago Public Schools, good knowledge of school budgeting methods and procedures.

Ability to work with and for school-aged children, ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers and career service staff, parents and guardians, volunteers, local school council members, and community organizations.

Excellent interpersonal skills, good supervisory skills, excellent oral and written communication skills.

Physical Requirements. Light work: Exerting up to twenty (20) pounds of force occasionally, or up to ten (10) pounds of force frequently, or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Physical demands include the ability to reach, handle, and finger objects; talk and hear; frequent use of near visual acuity and occasional use of far visual acuity.

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