Associate Principal of Middle Schools

Oak Park Elementary District 97; Oak Park (IL); On-site; USD 101,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking an Associate Principal for Middle Schools to oversee operations and enhance student learning. This role involves supporting the principal in daily tasks, coaching teachers, and ensuring equitable access to programming. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to student success, collaborate with diverse teams, and lead initiatives that foster a positive learning environment. If you are passionate about education and ready to make a significant impact in a vibrant community, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Sick Days

Paid Personal Days

Paid Vacation Days

Retirement Contribution

Qualifications

• 5+ years of classroom teaching experience at the middle school level.
• Master’s degree in Education or related field required.

Responsibilities

• Oversees middle school operations to improve learning experiences.
• Coaches and develops teachers to enhance core instruction.
• Collaborates with staff to create a cohesive educational journey.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Instructional Coaching

Curriculum Development

Team Collaboration

Education

Master’s Degree in Education

Illinois Administrative Licensure

Tools

Illinois Performance Standards

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Benefits

Insurance - medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance are available

Retirement - TRS Board Contribution available

• Champions the vision of the school district
• Models a forward-thinking and innovative mindset
• Stewards public funds with a high sense of responsibility
• Leads with an unrelenting commitment to universal student success
• Demonstrates the ability to organize teams to achieve common goals
• Leads with an awareness of the cross-functional nature of district work
• Generates a culture of care for, learning with and service to the community
• Aspires to the highest standards of integrity, professionalism and confidentiality
• Demonstrates a passion for working with a culturally, racially linguistically diverse district team of administrators, educators and staff in all roles
• Actively seeks feedback, including critical feedback intended for professional growth
• Understands the intersection of public school leadership, student learning and equity
• Courageously addresses adult behavior that does not meet professional expectations
  
  

Revised: February, 2025

Perm/contract

2025/2026

Department

Core Instruction

Primary Reporting Location:

Brooks Middle School

Level

6-8

Compensation

$101,000 - $120,000

Date Available

SY25-26

Benefits

Insurance - medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance are available

Leaves - paid sick, personal, and vacation days provided

Retirement - TRS Board Contribution available

Portrait Of a District 97 Leader

• Champions the vision of the school district
• Models a forward-thinking and innovative mindset
• Stewards public funds with a high sense of responsibility
• Leads with an unrelenting commitment to universal student success
• Demonstrates the ability to organize teams to achieve common goals
• Leads with an awareness of the cross-functional nature of district work
• Generates a culture of care for, learning with and service to the community
• Aspires to the highest standards of integrity, professionalism and confidentiality
• Demonstrates a passion for working with a culturally, racially linguistically diverse district team of administrators, educators and staff in all roles
• Actively seeks feedback, including critical feedback intended for professional growth
• Understands the intersection of public school leadership, student learning and equity
• Courageously addresses adult behavior that does not meet professional expectations
  
  

About This Role

The MS Associate Principal oversees middle school operations, focusing on improving learning experiences and academic achievement. They support the principal in daily tasks, scheduling, and summer academic planning. Additionally, they coach and develop teachers to enhance core instruction and ensure equitable access to programming. Serving as an instructional leader, they integrate curriculum delivery and social/emotional support. They play a vital role in school transformation, engaging students, staff, and the community, with a focus on equitable curriculum delivery. They facilitate smooth transitions for 5th and 8th-grade students and families. They play a vital role in supporting student supervision and conduct.

The Middle School Associate Principal will incorporate the Illinois Performance Standards for School Leaders to effectively guide professional practice to ensure a positive learning environment for all students and staff as well as facilitating meaningful collaboration with families and community partners.

The MS Associate Principal will assist and support in attracting, developing and retaining highly effective talent that can ensure universal student success and support of the district’s equity commitments as expressed in Board Policy 7:12: Ensuring Racial and Educational Equity.

Essential Role Responsibilities

• Collaborates with Middle School Administrators and building staff to create a cohesive and seamless educational journey for all students.
• Collaborates with Middle School Administrators in the seamless integration of the arts into the daily instructional opportunities for all students.
• Collaborates with Middle School Administrators in the implementation and use of the Illinois Performance Standards for School Leaders.
• Collaborates with Middle School Administrators and building staff in the operational alignment of district safety and restorative practices personnel.
• Assists in the development of effective tools for assessing school-based team leadership capacity and providing differentiated supports that result in improved performance.
• Assists Middle School Administrators in the development of a process to strengthen family participation and engagement that ultimately will improve family access to vital information, resources and support.
• Assists Middle School Administrators and central office departments in the development of a system to effectively allocate instructional supports and content.
• Collaborates with school leadership to design and lead professional development sessions for school leaders.
• Assists in the facilitation of the creation of professional learning communities enabling best practice, sharing, and collaboration among school leaders.
• Monitors school progress through feedback from students, parents, staff, directors, superintendent, and the Board of Education.
• Assists in the development of long and short-term plans/programs and strategies to improve student achievement.
• Assists in the management and oversight of extracurricular programs.
• Serves on committees and participates in projects at the request of the Superintendent.
  
  

Content Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Required

• Knowledge of Illinois School Code with regard to Principal evaluation.
• Knowledge of PERA
• Knowledge of federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations governing administration of personnel in the public school setting.
• Knowledge of laws and legal standards pertaining to employee relations and human resource management.
• Knowledge of teacher evaluation practices.
  
  

EDUCATION, CREDENTIALS And/or EXPERIENCE

• Appropriate Illinois Administrative Licensure Professional Educator License (PEL) with a principal or general administrative endorsement.
• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master’s degree in Education or a related field. Curriculum and Instruction emphasis preferred.
• 5 + years of classroom teaching experience at the middle school level.
• Successfully completed all PERA module designations required to evaluate teachers
• Readiness and eagerness to be available to support the district beyond the regular work day as needed
  
  

Physical Requirements

This position requires the performance of light work—which requires exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently to move objects. The position includes close visual acuity, frequent talking, hearing, walking and standing, occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some stooping, kneeling, crouching and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. The job is performed in non-hazardous environments and a clean atmosphere. The position requires indoor and outdoor supervision during varying temperatures and climatic conditions.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Education Administration Programs

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