Elementary Principal Assistant at Harvard Park

Elementary Principal Assistant at Harvard Park

Springfield School District 186

Harvard Park Elementary School - Springfield, Illinois

This job is also posted in Springfield School District 186

Job Details

Job ID:5709907

Application Deadline:May 23, 2026 4:00 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted:Yesterday

Starting Date:To Be Determined

Job Description

TITLE OF VACANCY: Elementary Principal Assistant

LOCATION: Harvard Park Elementary School

CONTRACT PERIOD: 190 Days

REPORTS TO: Building Principal

REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:

Valid Illinois Professional Educator's License, General Administrative or Principal endorsement

Master's Degree in Educational Administration preferred

Minimum of five years successful teaching experience preferred

Must have completed or complete soon after hire the Evaluation Academies required by the state to evaluate certified staff and eligibility to evaluate must be maintained

Must reside in the Springfield Public Schools boundaries

Opportunities to support additional district schools through subbing

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

Serve as assistant to the building principal in the administration of the day-to-day operations of an elementary building

Serve as the assistant to the building principal in the role of the instructional leader

Share in the responsibility for maintaining good discipline and BBSS Practices

Share in the responsibility for promoting good public relations with staff, parents, and the community

Implementing assigned responsibilities in a manner which best meets the requirements of the school, its staff and students

Share in responsibility in developing and implementing the School Improvement Plan

Share in responsibility in developing and implementing the school's technology plan and inventory

Serve as principal-in-charge in the principal's absence

Support the shared decision making process as part of the Instructional Leadership team

Assisting in the provision of an environment that supports the educational program and maintains the mental and physical health and safety of students including the implementation of student discipline and student attendance procedures

Assisting in the maintenance of a strong, positive school culture and climate, conducive to an exchange of ideas, information and services

Assisting in the direction of an educational program consistent with school community needs and District goals and policies

Oversight of 504 plans for the district and school if requested

Actively seeking to continue personal and professional growth opportunities including participation in District sponsored administrative training and to engage in opportunities to apply acquired skills

Performing other duties as assigned which could be attached to other programs in district

Work collaboratively with Student Support Services to serve students with special needs and implement inclusive practices

EFFECTIVE DATE:

First contractual day of the 2026-2027

District 186 190-day calendar

SALARY and BENEFITS: In accordance with current SPAA negotiated agreement

Personal and Sick Leave - Medical Insurance - Life Insurance -

Illinois Teachers' Retirement System; salary range $100,884 - $132,599

Position Type:Full-Time

Salary:$100,884 to $132,599 Per Year

Job Requirements

Citizenship, residency or work visa required