Elementary School Assistant Principal Job at Dolton School District 149, Calumet City, IL

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  • Dolton School District 149
  • Calumet City, IL

Job Description

Middle School Assistant Principal

EFFECTIVE: July 1, 2026

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Assistant Principal serves as a key instructional and operational leader. This position supports the Principal in advancing academic achievement, student behavior systems, staff supervision, and school-wide operations while ensuring compliance with district, state, and federal requirements.

REPORTS TO: Building Principal

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with a General Administrative (K–12) endorsement
  • Minimum two (2) years of successful instructional or school leadership experience preferred but not required
  • Knowledge of student discipline systems, restorative practices, instructional leadership, supervision, and school operations
  • Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills
  • Ability to multitask, work independently, and use professional judgment

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Assist the Principal in providing instructional leadership and daily school operations
  • Support the supervision and evaluation of certified staff as assigned
  • Enforce student discipline policies and the Student Code of Conduct
  • Communicate expectations related to student behavior, attendance, and academics
  • Investigate and resolve disciplinary matters in accordance with Board policy and due process
  • Assist with curriculum planning, implementation, and school improvement initiatives
  • Prepare and maintain discipline reports, suspension documentation, and parent communications
  • Monitor student attendance and intervention systems
  • Maintain accurate student data using district systems including Skyward and electronic gradebooks
  • Support MTSS and special education collaboration
  • Supervise students during arrival, dismissal, lunch, and school events
  • Assist with emergency preparedness, safety planning, and crisis response
  • Participate in professional development and leadership training
  • Enforce all Board policies, district directives, and administrative procedures
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent, Principal, or designee

EMPLOYMENT TERMS:

Employment Status: Full-Time

Salary: $90,000

Application Deadline: Until Filled

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Applications must be completed online via AppliTrack on the district website:

For questions, contact: Dr. LaTonya Applewhite, Director of Human Resources - HumanResources@sd149.org

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: Dolton School District 149 considers applications for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $88,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Job Tags

Full time, Flexible hours,

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