Assistant Principal

About the role

Founded in 2001, LEARN is a network of high-performing college preparatory, tuition-free public elementary and middle schools with the mission of providing children with the academic foundation and ambition to earn a college degree. There are 11 LEARN Schools serving 4,100 students in grades PK-8 across Chicago, Waukegan, North Chicago, and Washington, D.C.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in the development and implementation of all assessments and instructional programs for students
• Guiding setup and organization of classrooms, and creating all master schedules for student and teacher assignment; directing procurement and deployment of curriculum materials and supports by grade and class
• Developing and administering guidelines for student conduct and disciplinary procedures and incentives
• Overseeing student arrivals, dismissals, and other transitions
• Assisting in planning and supervising extracurricular activities
• Instructional Support: Observing, evaluating, and coaching assigned teachers and other staff members; leading professional development sessions as required; assisting in creating an appropriate learning and teaching environment
• School Operations: Recruiting, hiring, and conducting orientation of assigned teaching and other staff; being proactive in solving conflicts, concerns, and problems; anticipating potential problems for families or students and planning accordingly

Requirements

• 2+ years experience in an Assistant Principal role or 3-5 years as a Master Teaching driving instruction
• Possess knowledge of laws, regulations, and policies governing education in Illinois
• Display knowledge of curriculum and instructional programs at the elementary school level
• Work with teachers, parents, community members, and Board Members
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing
• Prioritize and organize tasks
• Analyze data in the decision-making process to drive instruction
• Live LEARN’s core values
• Persistent and intentional mindset towards the overall success of each child

Preferred

• Bilingual
• Interested and want to become a principal in 1-2 years
• Master’s degree
• Evaluate and improve processes

Benefits

• Comprehensive and competitive benefits package including Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Wellness Benefits, Paid vacation, personal days, paid holidays, 403B Contribution + 4.5% matching as eligible, Chicago Teachers' Pension Fund (CPTF) or Teacher’s Retirement System (TRS), Ongoing professional development opportunities, Proof of full COVID-19 vaccination or a valid medical or religious exemption required.

Pay

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Schedule

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