<p>Duties</p> <p>Key Responsibilities</p> <p>Instructional Leadership & School Improvement</p> <ul> <li>Lead curriculum development aligned with best practices and innovative middle school pedagogy </li><li>Use data to inform instructional decisions and drive continuous improvement </li><li>Facilitate professional learning communities (PLCs) and staff development </li><li>Support teacher growth through coaching, evaluation, and feedback </li><li>Champion student-centered learning aligned with 21st-century skills </li></ul> <p>Student Support & Compliance</p> <ul> <li>Establish and maintain a positive, inclusive learning climate </li><li>Support restorative practices and proactive behavioral systems </li><li>Serve as Section 504 Coordinator </li><li>Collaborate with case managers to determine LEA representation at IEP meetings </li><li>Ensure compliance with Child Find, IEP, 504, and evaluation timelines </li><li>Oversee accurate documentation, service delivery records, and mandated reporting </li><li>Partner with families to facilitate constructive problem-solving and meaningful engagement </li></ul> <p>Staff Supervision & Human Resources</p> <ul> <li>Supervise, evaluate, and support certified and non-certified staff </li><li>Participate in hiring, onboarding, and retention efforts </li><li>Provide targeted professional development and in-service opportunities </li><li>Promote a culture of collaboration, accountability, and professional growth </li></ul> <p>Operations & School Management</p> <ul> <li>Assist in development and oversight of the school budget </li><li>Ensure implementation of District policies and procedures </li><li>Oversee safety and security protocols for students and staff </li><li>Coordinate extracurricular programming, including interscholastic and intramural activities </li><li>Support facilities oversight and maintain compliance with health and safety standards </li><li>Respond to emergencies as needed </li></ul> <p>Community Engagement</p> <ul> <li>Foster strong partnerships with families and the Highland Park community </li><li>Promote transparent and timely communication </li><li>Support school events and initiatives that strengthen community connection </li><li>Respond to correspondence within 24 hours on operational days </li></ul> <p>Core Competencies</p> <p>We are seeking a leader who demonstrates:</p> <p>Strong instructional leadership and systems thinking</p> <ul> <li>Sound judgment and ethical decision-making </li><li>Commitment to equity and student achievement </li><li>Ability to build trust and positive relationships </li><li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills </li><li>Organizational excellence and attention to detail </li><li>Confidentiality and professionalism </li><li>Capacity to manage complex situations calmly and effectively </li></ul> <p>Qualifications</p> <p>Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with Principal or General Administrative endorsement </li><li>Master's Degree (minimum requirement) </li><li>Successful teaching and/or certified experience in an educational setting </li><li>Experience in middle school leadership preferred </li></ul> <p>Salary/Benefits</p> <p>Compensation & Benefits</p> <p>The Associate Principal position offers:</p> <ul> <li>Salary: $104,000 - $110,000 </li><li>Benefits Package Includes: </li><li>25 vacation days </li><li>15 sick days </li><li>3 personal days </li><li>5 bereavement days </li><li>Comprehensive health and retirement benefits </li></ul> <p>Additional Notes</p> <p>Physical & Work Requirements</p> <ul> <li>Ability to move throughout school buildings and grounds </li><li>Ability to supervise students and respond to safety concerns </li><li>Occasional lifting up to 30 pounds </li><li>Regular computer use and written communication </li><li>Ability to work extended or irregular hours, including evening meetings </li><li>Availability to respond to urgent matters as needed </li></ul> <p>Link to District/Third Party Online Application Web Page</p> <p>https://www.applitrack.com/nssd112/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Administration</p> <p>School District</p> <p>https://www.nssd112.org/</p> <p>ILearn Link</p> <p>ILearn</p> <p>Report Card Link</p> <p>District Report Card</p> <p>Job Posting Date</p> <p>2/26/2026</p> <p>Start Date</p> <p>7/1/2026</p>