Assistant Principal Elementary
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
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About the Role
At Century Oaks Elementary, the Assistant Principal serves as a vital partner to the Building Principal, driving the school's mission to ensure academic growth and a positive, inclusive culture for all learners. This role is designed to strengthen staff capacity, foster deep family and community partnerships, and uphold the district's strategic priorities through collaborative leadership.
In this position, you will be the architect of a thriving school climate. Your day will involve balancing instructional leadership with operational excellence, ensuring that rigorous, standards-based teaching practices are consistently implemented across the building. You will work closely with teacher teams and professional learning communities to analyze data, refine instructional strategies, and celebrate student successes. Beyond academics, you will champion student safety and well-being by leading restorative practices, managing behavior systems, and ensuring a supportive environment for students of all backgrounds.
As a key member of the service team, you will also facilitate special education meetings and serve as the Local Education Agency representative, ensuring that every student receives the necessary support to thrive. Whether leading crisis response efforts, engaging families in the school's vision, or supervising after-school enrichment activities, you will model the positive behavior and high aspirations that define our community.
Work location
Work model: On-site
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Key Responsibilities
- check_circleCoordinate with the principal to establish and implement the school's mission, vision, and Continuous Improvement Plan
- check_circleDevelop and monitor consistent instructional practices and a rigorous standards-based curriculum
- check_circleConduct formal and informal teacher observations and provide actionable feedback on instruction
- check_circleLead and facilitate special education meetings including IEPs, eligibility, and annual reviews
- check_circlePromote positive school climate by managing student behavior, discipline, and attendance systems
- check_circleEngage families and community members to support student learning and school goals
- check_circleTrain staff in crisis management, de-escalation, and restorative practices
- check_circleSupervise personnel by managing work allocation, training, and performance evaluations
- check_circleOrganize and communicate information regarding state and district assessments
Requirements
- verifiedMaster's Degree in the field of education
- verifiedProfessional Educator License with General Administrative or Principal endorsement
- verifiedMinimum of five years teaching experience
- verifiedCompletion of all PERA module designations required to evaluate certified staff
- verifiedKnowledge of school code, state and federal law and District policies
- verifiedExperience with multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS), student behavior systems, and restorative discipline practices
Nice to Have
Successful completion of all PERA module designations to evaluate certified staff. LBS1 endorsement. CPI and/or Restorative Practices certification. Bilingual (English/Spanish) oral and written skills.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleBenefits and pension eligibility as established by the Board of Education
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Master's Degree, Professional Educator License, General Administrative Endorsement, Principal Endorsement, Pera Module Designations, LBS1 Endorsement, Cpi, Restorative Practices, Verbal De-Escalation, Timeout.
Education: Master's Degree in the field of education required.
Frequently asked questions about Assistant Principal Elementary at School District U-46
What does a Assistant Principal Elementary at School District U-46 do?expand_more
Day-to-day, the Assistant Principal Elementary at School District U-46 will coordinate with the principal to establish and implement the school's mission, vision, and continuous improvement plan; develop and monitor consistent instructional practices and a rigorous standards-based curriculum; conduct formal and informal teacher observations and provide actionable feedback on instruction; and lead and facilitate special education meetings including ieps, eligibility, and annual reviews.
What are the requirements for this Assistant Principal Elementary role?expand_more
To qualify for the Assistant Principal Elementary at School District U-46 position, applicants should have: Master's Degree in the field of education; Professional Educator License with General Administrative or Principal endorsement; Minimum of five years teaching experience; Completion of all PERA module designations required to evaluate certified staff; Knowledge of school code, state and federal law and District policies; and Experience with multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS), student behavior systems, and restorative discipline practices.
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Assistant Principal Elementary at School District U-46 is based in Planifyr. This is a on-site role.
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School District U-46 has listed this Assistant Principal Elementary role as on-site.
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Assistant Principal Elementary at School District U-46 typically requires 5+ years of relevant experience at the senior level.
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Key skills for Assistant Principal Elementary at School District U-46 include Master's Degree; Professional Educator License; General Administrative Endorsement; Principal Endorsement; Pera Module Designations; LBS1 Endorsement; Cpi; and Restorative Practices.
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Educational requirements for this role: Master's Degree in the field of education required.
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Assistant Principal Elementary at School District U-46 is part of the teaching job category on Recrutus.
About School District U-46
School District U-46 operates as a major entity within the primary and secondary education sector, headquartered in Elgin, Illinois. Spanning 90 square miles across Cook, DuPage, and Kane Counties, the district serves portions of 11 communities in the northwest suburbs of Chicago. Located approximately 45 minutes west of downtown Chicago, the area benefits from convenient access to major interstates and commuter rail lines. The organization manages a significant educational footprint comprising 38 elementary schools, 8 middle schools, and 5 high schools to support nearly 35,000 students in grades preK through 12. This scale makes it the second largest district in the state of Illinois. The mission focuses on creating an environment where every student can learn, every teacher can teach, and every employee can work effectively, emphasizing an inclusive approach where all members of the community are valued.
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