Assistant Principal-Middle School

ANTIOCH COMMUNITY CONSOLIDATED SCHOOL DISTRICT # 34

964 Spafford Street

Antioch, IL 60002

Office  (847) 838-8401                                                          Fax   (847) 838-8404

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Description: 

Assistant Principal, Antioch Upper Grade

Job Summary: 

The Assistant Principal is primarily responsible for providing assistance to the building Principal in matters of school security and student services.  He/She is a member of the Administrative team in the building that meets weekly.  He/She works closely with the Principal in promoting a safe, secure, and positive school climate and assists in the daily operation of the school.

Qualifications/Certification:

• A minimum of 5 years successful administrative or teaching experience in a middle school or junior high environment preferred
• Possession of a valid Illinois Type 75 administrative certificate required
• Knowledge of middle school philosophy, developmental needs of adolescents, curriculum trends, and organizational patterns.
• Demonstrated computer & technology skills
• Ability to design, plan, & implement professional growth activities for self & staff
• Capable of providing strong student management skills
• Ability to collaborate with principal to achieve quality & excellence throughout the school organization.

 Primary Responsibilities:

• School safety & security – work with each building staff to implement the school security plan and works collaboratively with community resources to support the plan
• Student conduct - works with teams of teachers to promote positive discipline and involves parents in the process
•  Assist building principal in the selection and assignment of staff
• Visible presence in and around the school
• Provide for conditions conducive to the establishment and maintenance of good morale and the realization of personal and professional goals

 Application Procedure:
Apply online www.antioch34.com.

Selection Procedure:

Antioch District 34 welcomes qualified nominations and applications of persons interested in the position.  The new assistant principal will assume his/her duties on July 1, 2012.