Principal, Education Administration

Position Type:
Administration/Principal

Date Posted:
1/7/2026

Location:

Maine West High School

Closing Date:
01/18/2026
Maine Township High School District 207 announces an administrative vacancy for the Principal position beginning July 1, 2026.

SUMMARY

The Principal serves as the operational and instructional leader of the high school, responsible for ensuring high levels of academic achievement, student engagement, and staff effectiveness. The Principal leads and manages all aspects of the school's instructional programs, personnel, operations, and community relations to fulfill the mission and strategic goals of the District.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Qualified educators interested in applying for this administrative position are invited to complete an online application. Our application website address is  The Final date to receive applications is no later than Sunday, January 18, 2026.

REPORTS TO and EVALUATED BY

• Superintendent and/or Designee

PERFORMANCE EVALUATION

Performance will be evaluated annually by the Superintendent in accordance with District 207's administrative evaluation procedures and aligned to district priorities.

SUPERVISES

• Associate Principals
• Assistant Principals
• Department Chairpersons
• Certified Staff
• Non-Certified Staff

CERTIFICATION & QUALIFICATIONS

• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with a General Administrative or Principal Endorsement required.
• Master's degree in Educational Leadership, Curriculum & Instruction, or a closely related field required; doctorate preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years of administrative experience, preferably at the secondary level.
• Demonstrated success in instructional leadership, staff supervision, and community engagement.
• Completion of the Illinois Performance Evaluation - Growth Through Learning (PERA) training modules required.
• Certification standards for this position are governed by the Illinois School Code (Section 21) and corresponding statutory regulations.

PROFESSIONAL EXPECTATIONS

• Model integrity, equity, and high professional standards.
• Maintain confidentiality, discretion, and sound judgment in all professional matters.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

It is expected that the candidate will present a record of successful experiences that indicate a record of outstanding leadership and performance in the following responsibilities:
School Operations & Management

• Oversee all building operations, including safety, facilities, and grounds management, in partnership with the Director of Building and Grounds and the Superintendent.
• Plan and implement the school's master schedule, staffing, and resource allocation processes.
• Prepare and administer the annual school budget, aligning financial resources with strategic goals and instructional priorities.
• Ensure compliance with District policies, Illinois School Code, and state and federal regulations.

Personnel Management

• Direct the recruitment, selection, evaluation, and assignment of professional staff in collaboration with the Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources.
• Provide orientation and mentoring for new staff members.
• Supervise and evaluate all licensed and certified personnel, fostering a professional culture of accountability, collaboration, and growth.
• Promote the professional improvement of staff through ongoing coaching, recognition, and support.

Instructional Leadership

• Lead and sustain a school-wide focus on high-impact instruction, continuous improvement, and professional collaboration.
• Improve instruction by supporting in-service training, professional learning, and staff development.
• Direct the evaluation and professional performance of faculty, department chairs, and associate/assistant principals.
• Provide leadership to ensure alignment with District curriculum, assessment, and instructional initiatives.
• Oversee the assignment of teaching duties to staff holding valid Illinois licensure for their instructional areas.
• Co-lead the District Equity Leadership Team (DELT) and Building Equity Leadership Team (BELT).

Student Success & Support

• Collaborate with student services teams to promote attendance, engagement, and well-being of…