Assistant Principal

Chicago Public Schools•Chicago, IL

11d

About The Position

Under the direction of the school principal, takes charge of the school in the absence of the school principal, and assists in the direction and coordination of educational, administrative, supervisory, and counseling activities at school, and performs related duties as required.

Requirements

Must possess a Master's degree from an accredited college or university.
Must possess a valid Type 75 Educational Administrative Certificate issued by the Illinois State Board of Education.
Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of elementary and secondary education
Thorough knowledge of the rules and regulations of the Chicago Public Schools
Good knowledge of school budgeting methods and procedures.
Ability to work with and for school-aged children
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers and career service staff, parents and guardians, volunteers, local school council members, and community organizations.
Excellent interpersonal skills
Good supervisory skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Light work: Exerting up to twenty (20) pounds of force occasionally, or up to ten (10) pounds of force frequently, or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
Physical demands include the ability to reach, handle, and finger objects; talk and hear; frequent use of near visual acuity and occasional use of far visual acuity.

Responsibilities

Assists in the development and implementation of the School Improvement Plan for Advancing Academic Achievement (SIPAAA)
Participates in the development and monitoring of the local school budget
Plans and supervises student activity programs
Provides individual and group guidance to students for personal problems, and educational and vocational objectives
Takes or recommends disciplinary action for students or employees in violation of established discipline codes
Meets with parents and guardians to review student progress or problems
Supervises students at assemblies and social and athletic events
Directs and coordinates teacher supervision of lunchrooms, corridors, and playgrounds
Observes teachers' and career service personnel's performance and provides recommendations regarding performance to the school principal
Assists principal in interviewing and recommending teacher and career service candidates for employment
Assists in supervising student teachers assigned at the school
Assists in making arrangements for and overseeing substitute teachers at the school
Responds to inquiries and complaints from students, parents and guardians, local school council members, and the general public concerning school operating policies and procedures.
May teach courses
May organize and conduct in-service teacher and career service training at the school
May accompany students on field trips
May sponsor clubs, activities, and athletics

Benefits

Health & Wellness: Your Care, Your Choice
CPS is committed to providing comprehensive health coverage to our employees and their eligible dependents.
You'll have access to a variety of choices to best fit your needs:
Medical Plan Options
Pharmacy
Dental
Vision
Behavioral Health & EAP
Employee Wellness Program
Financial Security: Planning for Today and Tomorrow
We understand the importance of financial stability, which is why CPS offers strong retirement and savings options:
Basic Life Insurance
Life and Disability Insurance
Pension Plans
Supplemental Retirement Plans (403(b) and 457(b))
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Spot Pet Insurance
Work-Life Balance: Supporting Your Personal and Professional Life
CPS values the well-being of its employees and offers competitive paid time off policies:
Paid Leave
Sick Leave
Vacation Days
Parental Leaves
Short-Term Disability
Religious Holidays
Leaves
Reference the Chicago Public Schools: A Comprehensive Benefits Overview or the benefits handbook for comprehensive details.