High School Principal - Hinsdale Central High School

Hinsdale, Illinois, Job Title : Principal Calendar/Work Days : 12 months - 260 days Supervisor : Superintendent Status: Exempt - Administration The Principal provides strategic and operational leadership for the school, leading the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of curricular, instructional, personnel, and schoolwide initiatives aligned with the District mission and strategic plan to support and enhance student learning and outcomes. ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: The responsibilities listed below are representative of the essential functions of the position. Specific responsibilities may vary based on student and school needs, and it is possible that not all duties will be performed in any given year. The individual must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, as assigned by the supervisor. Other duties may be assigned.

Directs and leads ongoing school improvement by identifying, implementing, and evaluating effective practices that advance student learning, engagement, and school effectiveness. Collaborates with staff and district office personnel to develop policy recommendations for consideration and action by the Board of Education. Establishes and maintains an effective learning environment and confers with staff, students, parents/guardians, and community members regarding school needs, concerns, and opportunities for improvement. Develops and maintains positive relationships with parents/guardians, school volunteers, and outside agencies and serves as liaison between the school building and the broader community. Supervises staff and the evaluation of licensed personnel. Makes employment decisions, including but not limited to hiring, renewal/non-renewal,

transfer, assignment, and extracurricular responsibilities.

Evaluates performance of Department Chairs/Directors and Assistant Principals and collaborates with them regarding professional growth and development. Oversees building fiscal functions and makes decisions that maximize the effective and efficient use of district resources. Recommends, prepares, and submits the building’s annual budget and monitors expenditure of funds. Actively participates in meetings and professional development opportunities, including staff development activities, institute days, department meetings, and other district or school-sponsored events. Attends Board of Education meetings and presents information regarding school accomplishments, initiatives and other topics as requested. Responds to emergency situations with composure, professionalism, and sound judgment to address immediate safety concerns and/or directs the matter to appropriate personnel for resolution. Responds to and communicates with administrators, teachers, parents, guardians, and students in a timely, professional, and appropriate manner, both verbally and in writing. Complies with all Board of Education policies, Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) requirements, the Illinois School Code, Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) requirements, and other applicable laws and regulations and district requirements. QUALIFICATIONS - EXPERIENCE - KNOWLEDGE:

Professional Educator License (PEL) with General Administrative or Principal Endorsement. Master’s degree in educational leadership. Three years of successful secondary administrative and supervisory experience Three years secondary teaching experience. Qualified teacher and principal evaluator. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrated digital literacy and ability to effectively use district technology systems and tools for communication, collaboration, data analysis, instructional leadership, and school operations. Ability to facilitate student learning through effective leadership and collaboration. Ability to communicate effectively and accurately, both orally and in writing, in English. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders and to address difficult situations with courtesy, tact, discretion, and sound judgment. Ability to effectively present information and respond appropriately to questions. Ability to interpret, analyze, and effectively utilize data to inform decision-making and improve student outcomes. Comprehensive benefit package :125 Cafeteria plan - including but not limited to health, dental, and vision insurance Group term life/ADD insurance Employee Assistance Program Paid leave