Assistant Principal - School of St. Mary - Vic I

Archdiocese of Chicago; Lake Forest (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Archdiocese of Chicago is hiring an Assistant Principal for the School of St. Mary in Lake Forest, IL. This role supports daily operations, faculty and student needs, and upholds Catholic identity within the school community.

Key duties include collaborating with the Principal on curriculum and discipline, supervising staff, and representing the school at events. Salary ranges from $45,000 to $70,000, with a comprehensive benefits package as part of the Archdiocese’s total rewards program.

Qualifications

• Candidates for this role should have leadership experience in a K-12 setting and demonstrate commitment to Catholic school values.

Responsibilities

• Support School Leadership: work with the Principal to manage faculty, staff and students, focusing on curriculum, instruction and student discipline.
• Implement School Mission and Vision: ensure policies align with Catholic mission and vision.
• Supervise and Support Staff: oversee teachers and staff, provide professional development and growth.
• Manage Student Affairs: oversee attendance, discipline and a safe learning environment.
• Collaborate with Faculty and Community: engage parents, parish members and stakeholders to support the school’s mission.
• Curriculum and Instruction: assist in curriculum development, implementation and review.
• Maintain and Improve School Environment: monitor facilities, safety, and security.
• Advocate for Students: support student growth and advocate for their needs.
• Develop and Implement Initiatives: contribute to programs to support student development and engagement.
• Represent the School: attend events and communicate with external stakeholders.
• Other Duties as Assigned: take on additional tasks as needed by the Principal.

Skills

School leadership

Curriculum development

Staff supervision

Community collaboration

Job description

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The Archdiocese of Chicago Catholic schools serve more than 40,000 students in 154 elementary and high schools in Cook and Lake counties. It is one of the largest private school systems in the United States. Its schools have received 96 Blue Ribbon awards from the U.S. Department of Education over the past 10 years.

The Assistant Principal at the School of St. Mary plays a crucial role in supporting the principal and contributing to the school\'s mission and vision. This position involves managing day-to-day operations, supporting faculty and staff, and ensuring a positive and effective learning environment for students. The assistant principal also plays a vital role in upholding the Catholic identity and values of the school.

Key Responsibilities And Duties

• Support School Leadership: The Assistant Principal works closely with the Principal in managing the school, including faculty, staff, and students, focusing on curriculum, instruction, and student discipline.
• Implement School Mission and Vision: The Assistant Principal ensures that all policies, procedures, and practices align with our Catholic mission and vision.
• Supervise and Support Staff: This includes supervising teachers, staff, and volunteers, providing professional development opportunities, and supporting their professional growth.
• Manage Student Affairs: This may include overseeing attendance, student discipline, and ensuring a safe and positive learning environment for all students.
• Collaborate with Faculty and Community: The Assistant Principal fosters a collaborative environment within the school community and works with parents, parish members, and other stakeholders to support the school\'s mission.
• Curriculum and Instruction: The Assistant Principal may assist in curriculum development, implementation, and review, ensuring alignment with school goals and standards.
• Maintain and Improve School Environment: This includes monitoring and improving the overall school environment, including physical facilities, safety, and security.
• Advocate for Students: The Assistant Principal supports student academic and social-emotional growth and advocates for their needs.
• Develop and Implement Initiatives: The Assistant Principal may be involved in developing and implementing initiatives to support student development, leadership, and community engagement.
• Represent the School: The Assistant Principal may represent the school at various events, meetings, and in communication with external stakeholders.
• Other Duties as Assigned: The Assistant Principal may be assigned additional duties as needed by the Principal.

The Archdiocese of Chicago offers a comprehensive total rewards package to include competitive compensation and benefit programs. Information about our benefit programs is available here.

This position has a salary range of $45,000.00 - $70,000.00. An employee\'s pay within the salary range will be based on many factors including but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, geographic location, and organizational needs.