Elementary; K-4 Principal

Position: Elementary (K-4) Principal
Location: Poplar Grove

Duties

Administrative Responsibilities

* Overall administration of the school

* The development and implementation of the master schedule

* Evaluates all certified staff, educational support personnel and extracurricular staff

* Monitors the safety and well being of students and staff:

a. Student transportation

b. Parking lot

c. Fire and disaster drills

d. Other school activities

5. Supervises lunch program in cooperation with the lead cook

6. Assists in the inventory of instructional materials and school property

7. Works directly with the superintendent and other district administrators to develop/improve instruction, curriculum and staff development

8. Plans, maintains and monitors school budgets

9. Maintains necessary records and completes reports

10. Supervises the physical plant and makes recommendations regarding immediate and long term building needs

11. Performs other job related duties established by the Superintendent

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

A. Master's Degree with training in administration and supervision

B. Illinois State Certification with Supervisory or Administrative endorsements

C. Five years of successful teaching at the elementary level, preferred

D. Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

1. Ability to exert strong ethical leadership in the field of elementary instruction and inspire superior performance in members of the staff

2. Ability to make firm decisions in areas of responsibility and delegate responsibility to members of the staff

3. Knowledge of sound elementary educational programs

4. Ability to create, develop, and implement new educational plans and programs at the elementary school level

5. Ability and disposition to work effectively and cooperatively with pupils, parents, and school personnel

6. Ability to communicate effectively in speech and writing

E. Successful building administration experience, preferred

Salary/Benefits

Salary determined by experience. Minimum of $90,000.

Benefits package with health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance available.

Additional Notes

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 210 Day Contract. Salary established by the Board of Education on a yearly basis.

How to Apply

Apply online at

Email Address

rpannier

School District

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Position Website

City Website

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ILearn Link

ILearn

Report Card Link

District Report Card

Job Posting Date

5/26/2026

Start Date

N/A