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Skokie68

Principal

Skokie68, Skokie, Illinois, United States, 60077

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Frontline Applicant Tracking - Skokie School District 68 Position Type:

Administration/Elementary Principal

Date Posted:

12/17/2025

Location:

Highland School

Date Available:

July 1, 2026

The Principal (Grades K‑5) serves as the instructional and cultural leader of the elementary school, guiding the development and implementation of a shared vision focused on academic excellence, equity, and student well‑being. The Principal leads school‑wide systems that foster high expectations, inclusive practices, and continuous improvement. As the primary decision‑maker at the school level, the Principal ensures effective instructional practices, cultivates a safe and supportive environment, and collaborates with staff, families, and the community to achieve the district’s strategic goals.

For more information about the position, please see the attached Principal Profile and Job Description.

Qualifications:

Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with Principal Endorsement required

Demonstrated successful experience as an educational leader

Deep knowledge of curriculum, instruction, assessment, and professional development

Proven ability to analyze data and lead continuous school improvement

Exceptional communication, collaboration, and organizational skills

Demonstrated commitment to equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive leadership

Preferred but not required – bilingual endorsement/approval or fluency in a second language, in addition to English

Salary/Benefits:

Work Year: 224 Work Days

Leave: 19 Paid Holidays / 12‑20 Sick Days (depending on years of service) / 2 Personal Days

FLSA Status: Exempt

Retirement: TRS

Benefits: As outlined in the District 68 administrative benefits plan – family health insurance benefit with the full premium cost for the HMO, PPO HDHP or PPO (paid by the Board of Education)

Salary: Commensurate with experience ($135,000 – $185,000)

Attachments: Highland Principal Profile, Principal

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