Elementary School Interim Assistant Principal-Anticipated (Control Code:23786 )

VACANCY: Valley View Community Unit School District 365U is seeking an Elementary School Interim Assistant Principal-Anticipated for the 2025-2026 school year.

JOB SUMMARY: Under general direction of the Principal, the Assistant Principal is responsible for assisting in the leadership, administration and coordination of an elementary school.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.

• Understand the underlying philosophy for an elementary school that matches the intellectual, social, emotional, and physical needs of primary and intermediate students.
• Assist in the planning, development, organization, coordination, and supervision of instructional programs and activities; interpret and implement the District approved curriculum program in the light of individual school needs.
• Assist school improvement planning and implementation, including the gathering, analysis, and use of student data within building teams.
• Assist in screening, selecting, assigning, supervising, and evaluation of certified and educational support staff (ie: paraprofessionals, security and maintenance, contracted personnel and substitute teachers.
• Provide effective leadership for efficient operation of special services in the building in conjunction with the Principal and District leaders.
• Assist in the planning, scheduling, and supervision of student activities.
• Supervise and evaluate substitutes assigned to the building and remote locations.
• Assist in the budget planning process at the building level.
• Supervise procedures regarding to student and building safety and security, including drills, disturbance investigations, crisis/emergency management.
• Coordinate transportation needs of the school in cooperation with Principal and District leaders.
• Coordinate the assignment, orientation, and supervision of student teachers and interns in cooperation with the building Principal.
• Assist with the organization and management of instructional materials, student records, and financial obligations of the building (ie: budgets, accounts, and fees)
• Relate to students with mutual respect while carrying out and modeling a developmentally appropriate behavior plan/policy.
• Supervise and manage building operations to assure safety and efficiency.
• Monitor teaching and learning as directed by the Principal (including observing classroom instruction and analyzing student learning data).
• Coordinate, schedule, and supervise building operations as assigned by the Principal (including cleaning, maintenance, lunchroom, playground, co-curricular program, food service, and building usage).
• Assist with state and federal reporting requirements as directed.
• Facilitate Special Education meetings and serve as Local Education Agency (LEA) representative.
• Organize and facilitate kindergarten transition meetings through collaboration with elementary assistant principals.
• Serve as the Building Principal in the absence of the Principal.
• Perform other job-related duties as may be assigned.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• An administrative leadership style based on effective human relations and a student focused continuous improvement model.
• Accessibility and visibility to building stakeholders.
• Evidence of relationship-building, communication, and organizational skills.
• Evidence of regular engagement in and desire to continue professional learning, implementation, and reflection in the areas of curriculum, child development, equitable practices, and instructional methods in an elementary setting.
• Knowledgeable of District policies, Local policies, State and Federal laws relating to students and special education.
• Understanding the range of services and requirements to meet the needs of a diverse student population, including special education, enrichment, and multilingual services.
• The vision, compassion, and enthusiasm for effective team leadership to motivate high standards and continuous improvement.
• Demonstrated knowledge of best practices in curriculum and instruction at the elementary level.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with interruptions.
• Experience with integration of instructional technology to enhance delivery and learning.
• Demonstrated use of strategies for ensuring equitable practices in a diverse learning environment
• Effective communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills with a record of building relationships that foster collegial trust, promote teacher efficacy, aspire to high expectations and accountability, and maintain a common instructional focus.
• Demonstrate positive attitude toward job and remain a flexible and innovative team builder.

QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION

• Master's Degree, from an accredited college or university, with training in administration, supervision, and curriculum development at the elementary level.

LICENSURE

• Appropriate Illinois credentials to evaluate certified staff
• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License with appropriate administrative endorsement (ie: Principal, Superintendent, etc.)

EXPERIENCE

• Five years of successful teaching experience, preferably at the elementary level.
• Three years or more of successful administrative or supervisory experience at the elementary level preferred.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: The work year for this position is 210 days. The Salary is based on LUDA market comparisons as determined by the Superintendent.

SALARY RANGE: $84,200-$87,609 Based on Experience

BENEFITS:

• Medical/Vision and Dental coverage through BCBSIL
• FSA and Dependent DayCare accounts
• Life, AD&D, and Long Term Disability insurance
• TRS contribution included in base salary
• 403B
• Yearly Professional Development allotment

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Applicants should apply online at www.vvsd.org and upload a letter of application with a resume and three (3) letters of recommendation dated within the past twelve (12) months.

SELECTION PROCEDURE: The deadline for receiving applications is Open Until Filled. Interviews with selected applicants will be held as soon as practicable.

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