Highland Primary Assistant Principal

2 weeks ago


Highland, IL, United States Highland Community Unit School District 5 Full time
Position Type:
Administration/Assistant Principal

Date Posted:
11/26/2025

Location:
Highland Primary

Date Available:
07/01/2026

Closing Date:
12/19/2025 or til filled Description:

The Assistant Principal at Highland Primary School supports the comprehensive administration of a Pre-K through 2nd grade building. The individual in this role collaborates with the principal, staff, students, and families to promote a safe, positive, and developmentally appropriate learning environment. Responsibilities include instructional leadership, staff supervision and evaluation, student support, and the implementation of school and district initiatives.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Collaborate as a member of the building and district administrative team to ensure alignment with district goals, policies, and procedures.
  • Support the development, implementation, and monitoring of school improvement plans with an emphasis on early learning, foundational literacy, and student success.
  • Assist in the supervision and evaluation of certified and non-certified personnel, providing coaching and feedback to promote high-quality instruction and a positive school climate.
  • Assist in administering and maintaining an effective, developmentally appropriate school-wide discipline system that supports student safety, social-emotional learning, and positive behavior.
  • Support the coordination and ongoing effectiveness of the school's reading and early literacy programs, including assessments and interventions.
  • Plan, organize, and supervise student activities, events, and family engagement opportunities to enhance the overall school experience.
  • Demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills in interactions with students, families, staff, and community members.
  • Exhibit knowledge of and support best practices in curriculum, instruction, assessment, and instructional leadership within an early childhood and primary school context.
  • Serve on building and district committees as assigned.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the principal or district administration.
Qualifications:
  • Valid administrative license (Type 75 or state equivalent).
  • Successful teaching and/or administrative experience, preferably in early childhood or primary education.
  • Knowledge of early learning standards, primary-level curriculum, instructional strategies, and assessment practices.
  • Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to build positive relationships and work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.

Application Procedure:

Apply online. Please upload a letter of interest, resume, 3 letters of professional recommendation, transcripts and Illinois Teacher license information with your online application. Please direct any questions to Shellie Donoho at 618-654-2106 ext. 1002 or email: sdonoho@highlandcusd5.org

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