Elementary School Principal

1 week ago

Joliet, Illinois, United States National Association for Bilingual Education Full time

About the District:
Joliet Public Schools District 86 is the Pre-Kindergarten to 8th grade public school district located in Joliet, IL.

Chartered in 1857, Joliet 86 is the 3rd largest elementary school district in Illinois with 21 buildings and approximately 9,500 students.


The Mission of District 86 is:

Joliet Public Schools District 86 provides a high-quality, inclusive, and equitable education for students to grow, lead, and thrive by empowering staff, collaborating with families, and embracing our diverse community.


Additional Information:


The community of Joliet, IL is 26.4 square miles and located approximately 35 miles southwest of Chicago, IL within an easy commute to all the recreational and cultural activities the city has to offer.

Recently, the community overwhelmingly approved a $99.5 million school referendum to improve the facilities.


Joliet Public Schools District 86 offers a generous benefits package for full time employees, including 95% district paid BCBS PPO premium with a $300 individual and $900 family deductible.

Additionally, dental insurance, vision insurance, and tuition reimbursement are available.

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  • Position:Elementary School Principal (Location TBD)

Position Guide:
Certified Administrator
12 Months
Non - Bargaining
Exempt Status

Function:


The primary function of the Principal is to assure, direct, and facilitate continuous quality improvement of instruction at the building level.

The principal shall devote a minimum of 51% of their time on curriculum review, on-going school improvement and staff development.

The principal shall be responsible for the administration and supervision of all fiscal, maintenance, safety, and co-curricular programs associated with the school.


Reports to:
Superintendent of Schools

Relates to:
Superintendent
Assistant Superintendent for Equity and Student Services
Assistant Superintendent for Business and Financial Services
Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction
Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources and Labor Relations
Chief Officer for Legal Services and Labor Relations
Chief Officer for Technology and Innovation
Chief Equity Officer
Director of Human Resources
Director of Special Education
Director of Equity and Student Services
Director of Continuous School Improvement and Professional Learning
Director of Teaching and Learning
Director of Building Support Services
Director of Nutrition Services
Director of Communication and Development
Program Coordinators
Student Services Coordinator
Other School Principals
PTO / PTA and Community Groups
Parents

Supervises Directly:
Assistant Principals
Teachers
Secretary
Clerical Aides
Paraprofessionals
Engineer and Custodial Personnel
Nutrition Services Personnel

Roles:
To provide instructional leadership that ensures school acquisition of adequate yearly progress on state assessment instrument(s).

To organize, direct and supervise the educational program within the school, within the policy structure of the District and the District Administration.

To select instructional materials, equipment and programs from the approved list provided by the District.
To recommend improvement and changes to the Superintendent in the educational program, textbooks, instructional supplies and materials.

To delegate responsibilities as may be necessary except the placement of special education students and final placement of general education students.

To prepare or to direct the preparation of all schedules of all activities within the building, within the structure of District policy.

To participate in the screening of, and the selection of, new highly qualified teacher personnel.
To conduct faculty and staff meetings as necessary or on a regularly scheduled basis.
Schedule parent conferences.
To represent the District to the local PTA / PTO and community groups.
To discipline students when necessary, within the structure of District policy.
To supervise and direct all personnel resident in the school, as well as visiting the school.
To recommend professional development opportunities to promote professional growth of the teaching staff.
To provide training, information, and strategies for staff that will ensure student learning.
To seek assistance from district administration as needed.

Responsibilities:
Create and maintain an atmosphere conducive to learning.
Guarantee that every child shall have an equal opportunity to education.
Inspire and motivate students to achieve to the maximum of their capabilities.
Promote a positive image of the school within the community.

Direct and supervise current curriculum instruction, current curriculum planning, assessment instrument data analysis, and teacher in-service training utilizing scientifically researched based programs.

Direct and supervise the implementation of the Federal and State requirements.
Make classroom teaching assignments.
Communicate to and assist the faculty and staff to implement District Administrative directives, programs, and initiatives.
Select and use all instructional materials and equipment from District approved lists.
Requisition and disbursement of all instructional materials, supplies, and equipment.

Cooperate and assist in the development of schedules for his/her school of Program Coordinators, Consultants, Related Service Personnel, and Student Services Coordinators.

Maintain current files of all course outlines, curriculum guides, and assessment information.
Supervise the evaluation of all special projects.
Supervise the keeping of records required by the District and the State of Illinois.
Prepare reports as may be required by all district personnel.

On a continuing basis, but not less than twice annually, conduct a performance evaluation of all teaching personnel utilizing District approved evaluation instruments.

Submit evaluation and recommendation to the Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources and Labor Relations for further action.
Prepare a report for the Superintendent on the progress of all educational programs with emphasis on newly introduced programs.

This report will be prepared twice in the school year on a schedule developed by the Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction, explaining all variances in the actual cost of operation from budget projections.

Provide instructional updates to the Superintendent on all matters affecting the instructional program, with emphasis on those which will be of community interest.

Direct and supervise the implementation of Federal and State requirements for all programs.

Prepare and submit verified information on the attainments achieved in the instructional program as well as implement appropriate strategies that lead to student achievement gain.

Cooperate and assist in the planning, development and use of building and equipment needs for existing and planned programs.

Submit all travel requests for self, staff, and teaching personnel for approval for both in and out of District travel.

Develop and implement specific professional development plan for staff. All expenditures must be related to this plan.
Respond to parent and community complaints in a timely fashion.

Prepare an annual operating report and an annual operating budget in all categories of cost in conformity with the District calendar and consistent with District priorities.

Attend all meetings and conferences as called by the Superintendent, Superintendent's Designees, and Central Office Staff.
Maintain an attitude and a schedule of "ready visibility and accessibility' to all students, teachers, and staff members.
Evaluate all non—certified personnel in the building at least once / year.
Other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by the Superintendent and / or his/ her designee.

Qualifications:
Master's Degree required
Professional Educator License with General Administrative or Principal K-12 Endorsement required
Completed Teacher and Principal Evaluator Modules preferred
Four years teaching experience — preferably in elementary schools
Knowledge of elementary curriculum and curriculum development
Prior experience as a building principal, assistant principal, program coordinator or equivalent preferred
Demonstrated excellence in verbal and written communication
Demonstrated excellence as an educational leader with strong organizational, problem – solving and human relations skills. Ability to communicate with parents in large or small groups
Experience with collaborative groups and processes in a student – centered environment
Knowledge of best practices and instructional strategies
Demonstrated excellence in student achievement
Bilingual (Preferred)

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