Position: School Principal
Location: Glenview, IL
Duration & Type: Full-Time, Monday – Friday, Onsite
Compensation: Competitive base salary & healthcare benefits

Chamberlain Advisors is currently seeking an Elementary School Principal for the Archdiocese of Chicago; position will reside in Glenview, IL. The Elementary School Principal, as a lay minister, is the religious, instructional, and community leader of the local Catholic school. The Principal oversees the implementation of the strategic goals of the school, working with the local school board, faculty, and other key stakeholders. The Principal is a representative of the Archbishop of Chicago, effectuating his ministry of Catholic education and the religious teachings and doctrine of the Catholic Church at the level of the local school. The Elementary School Principal is hired by and is accountable to the Pastor or the juridic person for the operation of the school. The Principal is expected to abide by the established policies and procedures of the Archdiocese of Chicago, the Office of Catholic Schools, and the directives of the Superintendent of Catholic Schools. The Principal participates in the annual performance review defined by the Office of Catholic Schools. Apply now!

General Responsibilities
The Principal serves the school in a professional manner and acts in accordance with Catholic doctrinal and moral teachings. The Principal ensures that the school is integral to the mission of evangelization of the Parish / Archdiocese by giving witness to Gospel living, spiritual and educational development, and a deepening of the faith in all members of the local community.

Catholic Identity and Culture

• Promotes and facilitates an environment which fosters the Catholic identity of the school.
• Ensures that the faculty is well formed, able to teach and witness to the Catholic faith, and meets all catechetical requirements.
• Fosters a positive, welcoming school culture that encourages Christian treatment and communication amongst stakeholders.
• Encourages active participation of stakeholders in prayer, liturgies, service, and the greater life of the Parish.
• Promotes parent / guardian partnerships in advancing the mission of the school and the ministry of Catholic education.
• Models professionalism and Catholic values.

Academic Excellence

• Ensures all students are engaged in appropriate and rigorous academic learning.
• Ensures that instruction meets Archdiocesan standards.
• Oversees the recruitment, onboarding, development, and evaluation of all teachers and staff.
• Develops and implements school improvement goals.
• Ensures that student learning is accurately assessed (through various forms) and that assessment data is utilized to promote quality.

Teaching and Learning

• Fosters practices to ensure quality learning for students of diverse backgrounds, including various socio-economic groups, students with defined learning needs, and English Language Learners.
• Oversees co-curricular activities (extended school day, sports, activity clubs) ensuring that the programs are in compliance with local and Archdiocesan policies.

School Viability

• Ensures that the school meets all compliance requirements set forth by the Archdiocese and any/all other relevant agencies (e.g. ISBE, etc.).
• Works with a local Business Manager/Operations Director to develop, implement, and monitor the school budget.
• Works with the local Business Manager/Operations Director to implement scholarship programs and the Archdiocesan tuition discount tool.
• Constructs and implements a targeted marketing and enrollment plan for the school.

General Administration

• Develops appropriate handbooks for school families and school staff.
• Ensures the presence, quality, and functionality of the local school board.
• Maintains a positive relationship and open lines of communication with the pastor and OCS staff.
• Ensures that all staff and volunteers adhere to Archdiocesan child protection policies.
• Identifies, encourages, and mentors future school leaders.
• Maintains accurate local files and records for each student and employee.
• Ensures the school environment is safe, clean, and healthy.
• Attends Archdiocesan and local meetings, as required.

Requirements

• Active, practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church who evidences knowledge and understanding of the Catholic faith.
• Master’s Degree (or higher) in school administration or related field and have state certification in both teaching and administration.
• At least three years (full-time) prior experience in education as a teacher or administrator (Catholic school preferred).

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