Principal, Special Education – Lead with Impact & Growth

The Illinois Association of School Administrators; Gillespie (IL); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

The Menta Education Group in Gillespie, IL seeks a School Principal to lead instructional planning, student social-emotional supports, safety, and building operations. You will collaborate to develop plans, procedures, and an engaging learning environment for PK-21 students and staff.

The role requires PEL with Principal Certification; LBS1 preferred. Direct hire with year-to-year continuity; competitive benefits and a pay range of $75,000–$108,000 per year.

Qualifications

• PEL with Principal Certification is required.
• PEL with LBS1 Certification is strongly preferred, but not required.
• Strong knowledge of the IEP process and special education.
• Strong knowledge of the PBIS model.
• Excellent organization, time management, and follow-up skills.

Responsibilities

• Support school-wide initiatives in special education
• Drive change by working alongside staff and students to improve academic and behavioral achievement and support the overall learning environment
• Lead the school by building high performing teams and responsibly manage work and people while enlisting others in the school vision
• Promote the success of students by creating an instructional program that continually strives to improve teaching and learning
• Create and maintain a school environment that focuses on students and emphasizes high academic expectations, a personal approach, caring, discipline, and order
• Encourage professional development and effectively supervise teachers and staff in order to improve student learning and academic achievement
• Confer with students, parents, and staff to resolve issues and problems

Skills

Organization

Time management

Communication

Multitasking

Education

PEL with Principal Certification

PEL with LBS1 Certification

Job description

The Menta Education Group in Gillespie, IL seeks a School Principal to lead instructional planning, student social-emotional supports, safety, and building operations. You will collaborate to develop plans, procedures, and an engaging learning environment for PK-21 students and staff.

The role requires PEL with Principal Certification; LBS1 preferred. Direct hire with year-to-year continuity; competitive benefits and a pay range of $75,000–$108,000 per year.