Principal

Illinois Education Job Bank; Glenview (IL); On-site; USD 190,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Illinois Education Job Bank in Glenview seeks an experienced licensed administrator to lead a high school and district, shaping mission, vision, and staffing plans to support student achievement.

The role emphasizes collaboration, safety, budget oversight, and leadership development; requires strong communication with stakeholders, data-driven decision making, and the ability to supervise executives and district programs.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in education or school administration (Ed.D. or Ph.D. degree preferred).
• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License with a General Administration or Principal endorsement.
• Progressive experience in teaching, related education specialty, supervision or administration, or equivalent education and experience.
• Minimum of five years of full-time administrative experience in a comparable high school environment.
• Experience supervising educational leaders from a variety of academic areas and/or operational areas.
• Principal and Teacher Evaluator Designation.
• Staff Development Experience.
• Experience working positively and productively with adults and high school-age students.
• Ability to present and produce documents at a high level of sophistication.
• Ability to make rational decisions, problem-solve, and effectuate change.
• Broad knowledge of the principles and practices of school administration and of current educational trends in curriculum and instruction.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the methods, materials, procedures, and practices of the specialties assigned to the office.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and stakeholders.
• Ability to manage fiscal, physical, and human resources to successfully carry out the functions and programs of the office.

Responsibilities

• Define, articulate, and promote the mission, vision, and values of the high school and district.
• Coordinate and lead the school improvement process.
• Develop and implement a process that uses student course requests to determine a staffing plan and master schedule that appropriately distributes human capital and resources to meet the needs of all students.
• Establish high expectations for student achievement that are directly communicated to stakeholders.
• Establish and clearly communicate building priorities and long-range goals.
• Manage school safety and security processes, including crisis management procedures.
• Supervise the design and implementation of all building-level community events.
• Manage and engage all stakeholder groups, including teachers, staff, parents/guardians, and students.
• Interact with parent groups to promote positive school-community relations.
• Demonstrate fair and equitable treatment of all teachers, staff, and students by developing a sense of belonging and purpose.
• Promote an environment in which conflict resolution is valued and worked through collaboratively.
• Supervise the administration of the co-curricular program according to IHSA and/or other appropriate regulations.
• Demonstrate continued personal growth through participation in professional activities and organizations.
• Act as a role model for expected staff behavior by demonstrating leadership, management, communication, and instructional skills.
• Evaluate all Associate and Assistant Principal positions and the Executive Assistant to the Principal.
• Select, onboard, mentor, develop, and supervise the leadership team to ensure the sustainability and growth of the leadership team.
• Collaborate with other District administrators in assessing and recommending District programs and policies.
• Attend or lead all Board of Education, Northfield Township, and CSL Board of Control meetings.
• Perform special projects and assignments at the direction of the Superintendent.
• Support the implementation of the District-approved curricular scope in the high school setting.
• Effectively supervise and support the performance of the professional staff through frequent and ongoing observation and evaluation.
• Assist in the selection and assignment of high school personnel based on knowledge of ability, qualifications, past performance, and high school needs.
• Administer systematic and effective methods of objectively monitoring student progress.
• Evaluate progress toward instructional and organizational goals by utilizing data to identify, analyze, and implement areas for school improvement goals.

Education

Master’s degree in education or school administration

Valid Illinois Professional Educator License with a General Administration or Principal endorsement

Progressive experience in teaching, related education specialty, supervision or administration, or equivalent education and experience

Minimum of five years of full-time administrative experience in a comparable high school environment

Experience supervising educational leaders from a variety of academic areas and/or operational areas

Principal and Teacher Evaluator Designation

Staff Development Experience

Experience working positively and productively with adults and high school-age students

Ability to present and produce documents at a high level of sophistication

Ability to make rational decisions, problem-solve, and effectuate change

Broad knowledge of the principles and practices of school administration and of current educational trends in curriculum and instruction

Comprehensive knowledge of the methods, materials, procedures, and practices of the specialties assigned to the office

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and stakeholders

Ability to manage fiscal, physical, and human resources to successfully carry out the functions and programs of the office

Job description

Shaping a Vision of Academic Success for All Students

• Define, articulate, and promote the mission, vision, and values of the high school and district.
• Coordinate and lead the school improvement process.
• Develop and implement a process that uses student course requests to determine a staffing plan and master schedule that appropriately distributes human capital and resources to meet the needs of all students.
• Establish high expectations for student achievement that are directly communicated to stakeholders.

Creating a Climate of Collaboration and Connection

• Establish and clearly communicate building priorities and long-range goals.
• Manage school safety and security processes, including crisis management procedures.
• Supervise the design and implementation of all building-level community events.
• Manage and engage all stakeholder groups, including teachers, staff, parents/guardians, and students.
• Personally interact with parent groups to promote positive school-community relations.
• Demonstrate fair and equitable treatment of all teachers, staff, and students by developing a sense of belonging and purpose.
• Promotes an environment in which conflict resolution is valued and worked through collaboratively.
• Supervise the administration of the co-curricular program according to I.H.S.A. and/or other appropriate regulations.

Cultivating Leadership in Others

• Demonstrate continued personal growth through participation in professional activities and organizations.
• Act as a role model for expected staff behavior by demonstrating leadership, management, communication, and instructional skills.
• Evaluate all Associate and Assistant Principal positions and the Executive Assistant to the Principal.
• Select, onboard, mentor, develop, and supervise the leadership team to ensure the sustainability and growth of the leadership team.
• Collaborate with other District administrators in assessing and recommending District programs and policies.
• Attend or lead all Board of Education, Northfield Township, and CSL Board of Control meetings.
• Perform special projects and assignments at the direction of the Superintendent.

Improving Instruction

• Support the implementation of the District-approved curricular scope in the high school setting.
• Effectively supervise and support the performance of the professional staff through frequent and ongoing observation and evaluation.
• Assist in the selection and assignment of high school personnel based on knowledge of ability, qualifications, past performance, and high school needs.
• Administer systematic and effective methods of objectively monitoring student progress.
• Evaluate progress toward instructional and organizational goals by utilizing data to identify, analyze, and implement areas for school improvement goals.

Managing People, Data, and Processes

• Provide oversight in the implementation of the school budget(s) and fiscal resources in accordance with system regulations, board policies, and legal requirements.
• Develop and implement administrative procedures consistent with federal law, state school law, state board of education, student/parent handbook, and local school board policy.
• Provide for the maintenance of accurate and current personnel, student, and fiscal records.
• Lead time-bound projects that are complex and multi-faceted.
• Establish and maintain the school master calendar and facility usage system.
• Maintain the quality of the educational environment and facilities to meet the needs of students and staff.

District, School, and Department Culture

• Models mutual respect; integrity; professionalism; multicultural awareness; gender, racial, and ethnic equity; and the values, beliefs, and attitudes that inspire others to perform to their highest potential.
• Engages in constructive dialogue and fosters positive relationships while respecting roles, responsibilities, and decision-making authority.
• Communicates effectively and consistently, maintaining open lines of communication with staff and stakeholders to ensure timely dissemination of information and to promote high expectations for performance.
• Builds a collaborative and supportive environment by working effectively with students, parents, colleagues, administrators, and the broader school community, while maintaining a visible and active presence within the building.
• Exhibits a strong sense of accountability for student achievement and organizational success, recognizing and celebrating staff contributions and accomplishments.
• Demonstrates a commitment to continuous professional growth through participation in relevant organizations and ongoing learning to stay current with research and best practices.
• Promotes high expectations and advocates for data-informed decision-making across various contexts.
• Performs all responsibilities in alignment with professional, ethical, and Board policy standards.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in education or school administration (Ed.D. or Ph.D. degree preferred).
• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License with a General Administration or Principal endorsement.
• Progressive experience in teaching, related education specialty, supervision or administration, or equivalent education and experience.
• Minimum of five years of full-time administrative experience in a comparable high school environment.
• Experience supervising educational leaders from a variety of academic areas and/or operational areas.
• Principal and Teacher Evaluator Designation.
• Staff Development Experience.
• Experience working positively and productively with adults and high school-age students.
• Ability to present and produce documents at a high level of sophistication.
• Ability to make rational decisions, problem-solve, and effectuate change.
• Broad knowledge of the principles and practices of school administration and of current educational trends in curriculum and instruction.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the methods, materials, procedures, and practices of the specialties assigned to the office.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and stakeholders.
• Ability to manage fiscal, physical, and human resources to successfully carry out the functions and programs of the office.

Salary/Benefits

The base salary for licensed administrators will be determined by their placement on the teacher salary schedule, with an additional position-specific factor of 1.39, resulting in a salary range of $190,000 to $250,000. The 2027–2028 salary schedule is currently unavailable pending CPI adjustments, and salaries are subject to increase.