Position Type:
Administration/Principal - Elementary School

Date Posted:
1/11/2019

Location:
Cherokee School

Date Available:
07/01/2019


Cherokee Elementary School is highly regarded for innovative instructional practices. All K-4 students participate in a cutting-edge, inquiry-based instructional model. Students refine the essential skills of collaboration, critical thinking, and communication while discovering solutions to real-world problems. The principal will:

• Provide leadership for the continued excellence of the total educational program within the school.Establish positive relationships with students, parents, and staff by fostering an atmosphere of mutual respect and trust.Ensure that instruction reflects current learning theory and proven teaching practices through staff development and effective classroom observation.

This position requires an experienced leader with an extensive teaching and learning background, a record of accomplishment, and the ability to:

• Lead in curriculum development, instructional improvement, and innovation.Communicate, collaborate, and problem solve effectively with staff, students, and parents by fostering a warm, positive atmosphere of mutual respect and trust.Inspire, motivate, and empower staff and students to take risks and grow.

Qualifications: A current Professional Educator License (PEL) with a General Administrative Endorsement or a Principal Endorsement

Compensation: Regionally competitive salary and benefits.

Application Procedure:
Interested candidates must 1) submit hard-copies of resume, letter of interest, and reference letters via regular mail and 2) complete online application.

Click here to access the online application.

Mailing Address:
Rebecca Jenkins, Assistant Superintendent of Growth, Talent, and Human Relations
Lake Forest Public Schools
300 S. Waukegan Rd.
Lake Forest, IL 60045

To learn more about Lake Forest School District 67, visit our website at www.lakeforestschools.org.

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