Principal (SY25/26)

Openings as of 12/6/2025force display?TrueOpenings as of 12/6/2025Principal (SY25/26) JobID: 3754 Position Type: Administrative/PrincipalDate Posted: 9/3/2025Location: Rice Children`s CenterDate Available: ASAP Closing Date: Until FilledReporting to the Office of Instructional Leadership, the Principal creates a safe learning environment and sets performance goals both for students and teachers, and puts systems in place to ensure those goals are attained. As the instructional leader of the school, the Principal is responsible for setting an ambitious school-wide vision and goals that are aligned to the District’s mission and strategic goals. Additionally, this role is responsible for directing site operations, enforcing policies and regulatory requirements, providing information and serving as a resource to others within the school and the broader community. District 65 is searching for a dynamic principal to lead Rice Education Center. If you are committed to equity, social justice, the success of all children, professional growth for all teachers, and parent engagement, please complete our online application today. Learn more about Rice here: https://rice.district65.net/ The Principal will be held accountable for the following duties and responsibilities: Sets ambitious school wide vision and goals, aligned to the District’s mission and strategic goals, that prepare students for success in high school and post-secondary. Creates sustainable systems and structures for the purpose of guiding instruction and support for students and building a positive school culture and climate for everyone in the school community Of and maintain a robust family and community engagement system and structure in the school community. Delegates responsibility for a variety of administrative functions to other personnel (e.g. the Assistant Principal or a teacher, etc.) for the purpose of managing the workload more efficiently and/or assuming responsibility for the school in the absence of the Principal. Develops budgets and financial forecasts for the purpose of maximizing resources for students and recommendations to administrative personnel, Superintendent and/or governing Board. Evaluates teachers and Assistant Principal in accordance with the District 65 teacher evaluation model for the purpose of improving instruction. Supervises school personnel for the purpose of monitoring performance, providing for professional growth and achieving overall objectives of the school's curriculum. ? Facilitates communication between personnel, students and/or parents for the purpose of supporting students and improving school programs. Monitors the fidelity of curriculum implementation to ensure high quality, rigorous instruction for all students. Maintains high standards of student conduct and enforce discipline as necessary for the purpose of providing a safe and optimal learning environment in recognition that students who do not feel safe cannot learn. Manages school administrative functions (e.g. facility maintenance, budget, staffing, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining safe and efficient school operations within district guidelines. In order to be successful and achieve the above responsibilities, the Principal must possess the following qualifications: Effectively facilitate adult and student learning in multiple settings on various topics The ability to develop trusting, relationship-centered, outcome-driven school teams Creates and maintains robust family and community structures and systems in the school. Be task-oriented, efficiently delegate, and manage time to complete assignments in a timely and efficient manner amidst frequent interruptions Collaborate with stakeholders across the departments and the broader school community to coordinate important initiatives Possess high levels of organization in order to develop structures and systems to sustain the work of the department Encourages open communication, confronts difficult situations, maintains objectivity, keeps emotions under control, and uses negotiation skills to resolve conflicts. Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences, educates others on the value of diversity, promotes a harassment-free environment, builds a diverse workforce, and demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy. Exhibits ethical and moral behavior in everyday business conduct, earns trust of others by disclosing information and admitting mistakes, recognizes and resolves ethical questions, ensures organizational ethics are widely understood, encourages open discussion of ethical issues, and creates an environment that rewards ethical behavior Position Qualifications Five (5) years of teaching experience and two (2) years of school level administrator experience, at the assigned level of school is preferred. Masters degree in Education or job-related area required. Professional Educators License (PEL) with General Administrator and/or Principal endorsement required. Illinois Performance Evaluator Qualification (Teacher & Principal required).Principal Evaluation Training for Teacher/Educators Evaluators Principal Evaluation Training for Principal Evaluators Salary and Benefits: Salary Range: $95,000-$110,000 Competitive benefits package, including district paid pension Benefits Include: TRS pension plan Medical and Dental Insurance Pet Insurance Life insurance Long term disability Flexible benefits plan Sick days Vacation days Personal days Direct deposit Employee assistance program Application Procedure: Apply online at www.district65.net Selection Procedure: Selected qualified candidates will be notified to schedule an interview. Every Child, Every Day, Whatever It Takes Attachment(s):Principal JD.pdfEmail To A FriendPrint Version Postings current as of 12/6/2025 8:23:20 PM CST.Powered by Aspex Solutions - AppliTrack, Applicant Tracking for Educators. 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