School Principal

The Menta Education Group; Machesney Park (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

403(b) retirement plan with employer match

Job summary

A leading educational organization in Machesney Park seeks a Principal to lead school initiatives and support special education. The role emphasizes high academic expectations and personal approaches to learning. Successful candidates will hold a Principal Certification and possess excellent organizational and interpersonal skills. The organization offers a comprehensive benefits package and salaries ranging from $75,000 to $108,000 annually, ensuring a supportive environment for both staff and students.

Qualifications

• PEL with Principal Certification is required.
• Strongly preferred: PEL with LBS1 Certification.
• Ability to handle multiple projects concurrently.

Responsibilities

• Support school-wide initiatives in special education.
• Drive change to improve academic and behavioral achievement.
• Lead the school by building high performing teams.
• Create an instructional program that continuously improves teaching.
• Maintain a school environment focusing on students.
• Encourage professional development and supervise staff.
• Work with students and parents to resolve issues.

Skills

Strong knowledge of IEP process

Strong knowledge of PBIS model

Excellent organization skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Excellent time management

Communication skills

Education

PEL with Principal Certification

PEL with LBS1 Certification

Job description

Job Description

Job Description As a Principal at The Menta Education Group, you will collaborate on the development of school plans and procedures for instruction, student’s social/emotional needs, safety, building procedures, and other building needs.

Requirement: IL PEL with Principal Endorsement

Strongly Preferred: IL PEL with Principal and LBS1 Special Education Endorsements

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

Qualifications

• PEL with Principal Certification is required
• PEL with LBS1 Certification is strongly preferred, but not required
• A strong knowledge of the IEP process and special education
• A strong knowledge of the PBIS model
• Excellent organization, time management, and follow-up skills
• Knowledge of Common Core Standards
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with demonstrated ability to speak and write clearly and persuasively
• Ability to successfully handle multiple projects concurrently

Compensation & Benefits

• In accordance with the Pay Transparency amendment to the Illinois Equal Pay Act of 2003, information about pay ranges and employee benefits can be found at the following links:
• Compensation Information:
• Please refer to the "School Leadership" section for this position's category
• Our benefits package includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off (PTO); and a 403(b) retirement plan with an employer match. For more information visit the following:

Salary: $75,000 - $108,000 a year

Menta Academy Northwest

At Menta Academy Northwest we are dedicated to ensuring each child reaches their potential in becoming 3-C Ready: College Ready, Career Ready, and Citizenship Ready. Educational services are intended to meet both the developmental and individual learning needs of each student. At Menta Academy Northwest we work with each student and family to ensure that each student has a mindset that is ready to learn and grow. Classrooms are designed to be active learning environments where young people have the opportunity to experience educational and behavioral success on a daily basis. Social Emotional learning supports are in place to aid and teach students coping skills, self regulation and restorative practices. These strategies are aimed at helping them succeed both academically and in their social relationships.

Students Served: PK-21

Professional Associations and/or Partnerships

The Menta Education Group affiliates are members/partners with CEC, CASE, Autism Speaks, ASBA, AAPSEC, AASA, CCSSO, SEAA, ASCD, and many more associations that focus on the education of children with disabilities.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Menta Education Group (“Menta”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, gender identity and gender expression), color, national origin, religion, age, pregnancy or related conditions, veteran status, sexual orientation, disability or any other basis protected under federal, state or local law. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for any opening should contact Menta’s office.