Top 41 Principal Jobs in Elgin Il

Principal Elementary
Illinois School District U-46 —Elgin, IL
- $118,483 - $177,725 a year
- Weekends as needed
- School experience
- Education
- Senior level
Preschool Center Director
Children's Land —Arlington Heights, IL
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Preschool Center Director
Children's Land —Grayslake, IL
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Preschool Center Director
Children's Land —Glenview, IL
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Early Childhood Executive Director
Kiddie Academy - Illinois —Naperville, IL
- $65,000 - $70,000 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Sales
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Center Director
Hire Up Recruiting Inc —Naperville, IL
- $70,000 - $80,000 a year
- Rotating shift
- 21 years or older
- Bachelor's degree
- Children
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Preschool Director (Founding School Director)
Primrose School of Westmont —Westmont, IL
- $75,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- School experience
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Assistant Director - $2,000 Sign on Bonus
One Hope United —Aurora, IL
- $55,000 a year
- School experience
- Mid-level
- Preschool
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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6d
Middle School Dean of Students, 26-27 SY
St. Charles CUSD 303 —Saint Charles, IL
- $72,000 - $95,134 a year
- Online Application
- Senior level
- Middle school
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High School Dean of Students (Anticipated), 26-27 SY
St. Charles CUSD 303 —Saint Charles, IL
- $72,000 - $95,134 a year
- Online Application
- High school
- Senior level
- School
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2026-2027 Cove Career Center Principal
The Cove School —Northbrook, IL
- From $110,000 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Assistant Director
Ecole 360 CDC —Palatine, IL
- Online Application
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- Preschool
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Child Care Assistant Director - Naperville
Bright Horizons —Naperville, IL
- $59,000 - $64,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Preschool
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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School Vice Principal
RSM - Russian School of Mathematics —Glenview, IL
- $60,000 - $68,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- School experience
- Writing skills
- English
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Preschool Director
Barrington Park District —Barrington, IL
- $24 - $28 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Mid-level
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Center Director
Children's Land —Glenview, IL
- $60,000 - $110,000 a year
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
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Director of Christian Preschool & Kindergarten - Noah’s Ark Christian Academy
Christian Career —Barrington, IL
- Full-time
- Background check
- Teaching Certification
- Mid-level
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5d
Co-Director/Assistant Director for Childcare-Preschool
Ecole 360 CDC —Palatine, IL
- $46,000 - $65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Preschool
- Education
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Dean of Students
RSM - Russian School of Mathematics —Glenview, IL
- $56,000 - $66,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- School experience
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Quick Apply
Site Administrator - Therapeutic Day School
KESHET —Northbrook, IL
- $85,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Education
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Principal Elementary

Illinois School District U-46 -
Elgin, IL

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Job Details

$118,483 - $177,725 a year

Qualifications

School experience
Faculty evaluation
Master's degree in education
Student record keeping
Assessment-driven instruction
Data summary reports
School legal knowledge
Working with students from diverse cultural backgrounds
Professional Educator License
Teaching
K-12 education instructional development

Full Job Description

JobID: 46158

Position Type:
Administration - Certified/Principal

Date Posted:
7/27/2026

Location:
Sycamore Trails Elementary

Date Available:
07/28/2026

Closing Date:
06/01/2027

Position / Title: Principal - Elementary

Bargaining Unit: ADM

Department/Location: Department of Schools

Calendar Days: 260

Reports To: Executive Director of Schools - Elementary

JD Revision Date: 03/31/2025

Supervises: Administrative Staff and Support Staff

Function / Position Summary
The primary responsibility of the Elementary School Principal is to provide instructional leadership and organizational management/supervision to support the educational development of each student in alignment with national, state, and local educational goals and requirements. As the instructional leader, the Elementary School Principal will provide professional development for all staff that reinforces the curricular components necessary to support the academic and instructional goals of the school and district. The Principal must remain informed and current regarding new developments in curriculum, instruction, and administration (i.e. workshops, meetings, and grade level instruction). It is critical that the Elementary School Principal develop and maintain effective relationships, including regular communication with parents, parent groups, and the community. Inherent in this complex professional leadership role are responsibilities for staff evaluation, curriculum development, personnel management, emergency procedures, and facility operations.

Job Duties / Responsibilities

LEADERSHIP CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION:
- Projects and inspires a positive, cooperative educational environment within the school that motivates and provides direction for all staff toward the fulfillment of the district strategic plan and the school's mission.
- Responsible for the administration of programs and the ongoing improvement of instruction within the school.
- Ensures that curriculum, instructional programs, and all subjects are implemented with standards-based fidelity
- Develops and implements in-service activities for the staff.
- Ensures district supported common assessments are provided and properly entered into the student information system.
ADMINISTRATION AND ORGANIZATION:
- Maintains communication to all staff while involving them meaningfully in the operation of the school.
- Directs the planning for all aspects of instruction, registration of students, and the development of building schedules.
- Meets with parents and/or parent groups regarding the goals, objectives, and programs of the school.
- Works collaboratively with committees to ensure a teacher/staff voice in processes.
FINANCIAL AND BUSINESS MANAGEMENT:
- Responsible for all expenditures related to the approved budget of the school.
- Works with Plant Operations Management to evaluate the general condition and needs of the building and provide written recommendations and requests.
STUDENT SAFETY AND CULTURE:
- Establishes rules and processes related to student behavior and discipline in alignment with the district's philosophy and policies.
- Enforces the Board adopted Student Code of Conduct. Is responsible for site security and safety within the building; follows procedures written by the office of School Safety and Culture.
- Coordinates the district Multi-tiered System of Supports model to ensure an effective Tier I, II and III interventions. Promotes overall positive health, safety, and welfare environment for the student body; guiding, supervising and/or coordinating all student activities to include those school related activities outside of regular school hours, i.e. after school enrichments, field trips, clubs, etc.
TEACHER PERSONNEL:
- Maintains a positive ongoing program of teacher supervision and communication, combined with meaningful evaluation that is directly related to the established school mission, goals, and procedures.
- Supervises enrollment/intake/withdrawal of students and the development of students' individual transition plans.
COMMUNITY RELATIONS:
- Is responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with the community and is responsive to meaningful input and or feedback they may provide.
- Ensures staff sensitivity and awareness to the U-46 community and the public relations responsibilities and opportunities inherent in their positions.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Responsible for the management and administrative daily operations of the school, ensuring fiscal compliance with district policies and regulations.
- Responsible for supervision of personnel, which includes work allocation, training, and problem resolution; evaluates performance and makes recommendations for personnel actions; motivates employees to achieve peak productivity and performance.
- Interacts and collaborates with students, parents, and the community to build a school environment that maximizes student learning, academic performance, and social growth.
- Creates a stable, smooth-functioning educational organization by establishing and maintaining an environment of mutual trust and respect through supportive leadership.
- Develops or assists with the development and implementation of policies and procedures consistent with those of the organization to ensure an efficient and safe operation of the school.
- Participates in development, implementation and maintenance of policies, objectives, short- and long-range planning; develops and implements projects and programs to assist in accomplishment of established goals.
- Other duties as assigned.

Education

Master's Degree in Education
Professional Educator License with General Administrator or Principal endorsement.
Performance Evaluator Qualification (Teacher & Principal required).

Experience / Knowledge

Five (5) years of teaching experience and two years of administrative experience and/or large-scale instructional change projects (principalship preferred).
Experience using formative assessment and other student data to guide instruction and the provision of academic and social supports.
Experience establishing and maintaining collaborative working relationships with varied groups.
Excellent oral/written communication skills and strong interpersonal skills to present information before large and small groups.
Extensive knowledge of learning theory, current educational trends, program planning, curriculum development, and management of instructional programs.
Thorough knowledge of school code, state and federal laws, and District policies.
Maintain complete and accurate records and statistics to analyze and create related meaningful reports as required by school need or assigned by the Assistant Superintendent.
Ability to plan and evaluate strategies for improving instruction.
Demonstrated interest, knowledge and/or experience in serving culturally and linguistically diverse students.

Physical Demands

Will be expected to work evenings and some weekends as required by the school's event supervision calendar.

Terms of Employment

This position has a 12-month work year.
Salary and benefits as established by the Board of Education. The salary range for this position is $118,483.00 - $177,725.00. Our typical practice is to hire between the minimum and midpoint ($148,104.00).
Benefit / Pension eligible, see attachment.

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