Principal – Winnetka, IL

Job Description

CHARACTERISTICS: Administrator, 11-month contract 
LICENSURE: Professional Educator License (PEL) with GADM Endorsement 
CHARACTERISTICS: Administrator, 11-month contract
REPORTS TO: Superintendent
SUPERVISES: All certified and classified employees as well as any on-site volunteers and interns.
EVALUATION: Evaluated annually by the Superintendent or Respective Principal
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Starting salary: $130,000+ with years of experience; Competitive benefits package included.  Salary and fringe benefits will be reviewed annually by the School Board. 

OVERVIEW OF THE POSITION: Serves as the instructional leader of the school. He/She is responsible for the quality of educational services provided by his/her school.

The Winnetka Public Schools community empowers every student to flourish in an innovative, experiential environment.  We support and challenge all learners to actively engage in continual growth and achievement to make a meaningful difference in the world.

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Possesses knowledge of District policies and regulations relating to areas of responsibilities.
2. Has experience and knowledge of best curriculum practices for respective grade levels in the school.
3. Supports progressive education ideals and practices in conjunction with Inquiry-based learning principles.
4. Demonstrates commitment to student achievement, school improvement, and professional development.
5. Has the ability to use and has an understanding of the role of data in a progressive school setting.
6. Develops and implements activities that encourage students to be life-long learners.
7. Assures the efficient, effective operation of the school by assisting in directing the staff development and evaluation of employees; developing and administering the school budget; and implementing and interpreting policies, procedures, and regulations for effective day-to-day and long term operations.
8. Ensures effective community-staff-student relations by promoting communication and participation, by identifying needs and planning, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating the school-community relations activities in a manner which is visible to the public.  Promotes parental and community involvement in school and District activities.
9. Provides a positive learning climate in the school by establishing, enforcing and maintaining appropriate student behavior standards and guidelines.
10. Contributes to an effective, comprehensive, District-wide integrated educational and student development program by directing the development and effective implementation of applicable program elements at the primary/intermediate/middle school level and ensuring fluid experiences for students and parents throughout their varied transitions.
11. Ensures that District instructional and management programs are implemented in initiating, monitoring, and evaluating District activities.  Provides planning leadership and direction to staff committees actively involved in contributing to curriculum and school improvement plans and decisions.  Serves as a resource and assures effective development and operation of committees and the active participation of program staff.
12. Ensures the systematic improvement and evaluation of instructional and management programs that respond to student, school, community, and District needs.
13. Ensures the systematic implementation of program planning, budgeting, evaluation, record keeping, and internal controls for financial and property accounting by being informed and directing others in the system’s procedures.  Prepares the school’s budget by monitoring the expenditure of funds allocated to the school and making decisions regarding the reallocation of school funds within District guidelines.
14. Ensures a safe and secure environment for staff and students by developing, implementing, and monitoring effective safety and security programs and procedures for buildings, grounds, and transportation routes to school.
15. Ensures that grounds meet health and safety standards by monitoring staff, community and student use. Plans, budgets, monitors, and evaluates plant and ground maintenance and improvement work performed at the school site.
16. Ensures that all State and Federal laws, negotiated contracts, Board policy and District administrative and school regulations are adhered to by students, staff, parents, and the community by communicating, interpreting, and implementing laws, policies, and rules to all involved.
17. Ensures efficient and effective performance of assigned staff within District human resources policies and procedures by assigning, supervising, and scheduling the work of assigned staff. 
18. Advises, assists and trains employees as necessary. Participates in the selection of new employees and makes recommendations regarding the hiring, discipline, transfer and termination of employees.
19. Provides for the staff development, training and motivation of all employees.
20. Contributes to effective school programs by participating in professional conferences, additional training and professional reading.
21. Organizes and supervises extracurricular activities.
22. Maintains accurate service delivery records and submits reports in a timely manner. Respond to all correspondence in a timely manner, generally within 24 hours on days of operations.
23. Perform any duties that are within the scope of employment and licensure, as assigned by the Superintendent and not otherwise prohibited by law or regulation.

  EDUCATIONAL PREPARATION/ CERTIFICATES/ QUALIFICATIONS

1. Valid Illinois State Board of Education Professional Licensure with a General Administrative endorsement.
2. Successful completion of IL Teacher Evaluation modules (preferred).
3. Appropriate Master’s Degree required.
4. Full/part-time experience as a teacher or certified employment in an educational setting.
5. Clearance of FBI Background check required; Successful completion of Faith’s Law/EHR requirements.
6. Physical Exam within last year of hire date.
7. Valid First Aid/CPR Cards preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Moderate degree of physical stamina with occasional lifting of 10 to 15 pounds and occasional lifting up to 50 pounds required in the physical assistance of students with special needs.  Ability to move freely to various locations within the classroom, office and other community settings.  Frequent standing, walking, sitting, and bending.  Frequent repetitive activities including hands, arms, and legs for clerical related work.  Exposure to noise and activity of a school setting.  Exposure to outdoor weather conditions.

Interested applicants should apply online.  Please include a letter of background and interest, resume, copies of certification, transcripts and references. Other benefit information here (from 2024/2025 rates).

Application Deadline – April 18