Assistant Principal

I.

Responsibilities

·          Directly responsible to the principal.

·          Assist the principal in the coordination and improvement of instructional services for middle school students.

·          Responsible for the supervision and evaluation of certificated and classified personnel in the school.

·          Work cooperatively with other staff and school organizations.

·          Occasional after school meetings/activities as required.

II.

Qualifications

·          Administrative experience preferred.

·          Master's Degree in Educational Administration and a minimum of two years successful teaching experience.

·          Possession of a valid Illinois Teaching and Administrative Certificate.

·          Ability to make decisions that are in the best interests of the students and school community.

·          Ability to work successfully as a member of a learning team.

·          Ability to devote the time necessary to contribute to the tradition of a highly efficient and effective administrative team at a district level.

·          Knowledge of technology in learning is an asset.

III.

Pay & Benefits

·          Salary:   $67,900.33 including TRS.

·          210 days

·          Full health insurance program with major medical.

·          Life insurance.

·          Reimbursement for approved graduate programs of study.

    IV.

The School

·          The district has approximately 4,800 students.

·          McHenry Middle School educates approximately 800 students in grades 6-8.

·          The district has a reputation for providing students a solid,          basic education, borne out by test scores.

·          The district educates approximately 400 bilingual students.

    V.

The Community

·          Formerly a rural/resort community, growing rapidly to a suburban-type community of approximately 25,000.

·          Located on the Fox River at the foot of the Northern Illinois Chain of Lakes, 75 minutes from downtown Chicago, 60 minutes from Northern Illinois University.

·          Small amount of light industry and regular commuter train service to Chicago.