Temporary Assistant Principal- Haugan Elementary

About the Role

Class Title: Assistant Principal

Under the direction of the school principal, the Assistant Principal takes charge of the school in the principal’s absence and assists in the direction and coordination of educational, administrative, supervisory, and counseling activities.

Preference will be given to BIL Spanish candidates and REACH certified candidates due to the large bilingual school size.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and implementation of the School Improvement Plan for Advancing Academic Achievement (SIPAAA).
• Participate in the development and monitoring of the local school budget.
• Plan and supervise student activity programs.
• Provide individual and group guidance to students for personal, educational, and vocational objectives.
• Take or recommend disciplinary action for students or employees violating established discipline codes.
• Meet with parents and guardians to review student progress or problems.
• Supervise students at assemblies and social and athletic events.
• Direct and coordinate teacher supervision of lunchrooms, corridors, and playgrounds.
• Observe teachers’ and career service personnel’s performance and provide recommendations to the school principal.
• Assist the principal in interviewing and recommending teacher and career service candidates for employment.
• Assist in supervising student teachers assigned to the school.
• Assist in arranging and overseeing substitute teachers.
• Respond to inquiries and complaints from students, parents, guardians, local school council members, and the public concerning school policies and procedures.

Other Functions

• May teach courses.
• May organize and conduct in‑service teacher and career service training.
• May accompany students on field trips.
• May sponsor clubs, activities, and athletics.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Valid Type 75 Educational Administrative Certificate issued by the Illinois State Board of Education.

Skills

• Thorough knowledge of elementary and secondary education principles and practices.
• Thorough knowledge of Chicago Public Schools rules and regulations.
• Good knowledge of school budgeting methods and procedures.
• Ability to work with school‑aged children and establish effective relationships with teachers, staff, parents, guardians, volunteers, local school council members, and community organizations.
• Excellent interpersonal, supervisory, oral, and written communication skills.

Physical Requirements

Light work: exerting up to 20 lb of force occasionally, or up to 10 lb frequently, or a negligible amount constantly to move objects. Must be able to reach, handle, and finger objects; talk and hear; use near visual acuity frequently and far visual acuity occasionally.

Benefits

• Health & Wellness: Medical, pharmacy, dental, vision, behavioral health, Employee Assistance Program, and employee wellness program.
• Financial Security: Basic life insurance, life and disability insurance, pension plans, supplemental retirement plans (403(b) and 457(b)), flexible spending accounts (FSAs), and pet insurance.
• Work‑Life Balance: Paid leave, sick leave, vacation days, parental leaves, short‑term disability, and religious holidays.

Pay

Salary Range: $127,629.00 to $156,815.00

Primary Location: North/Northwest Side – 4540 North Hamlin Avenue (Helge A. Haugan School)

Posting Date: September 14, 2026