Top 30 School principal Jobs in Kane County Il

Preschool & Elementary School Principal
Westminster Christian Education Corporation —Elgin, IL
- $85,000 - $95,000 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Master's degree
- Preschool
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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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Early Childhood Executive Director
Kiddie Academy - Illinois —Algonquin, IL
- From $65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Children
- Paid holidays
- Health 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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11d
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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6d
School Program Director
The Menta Education Group —DeKalb, IL
- $75,000 - $108,000 a year
- Full-time
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- Organizational skills
- Senior level
- 403(b) matching
- Health insurance
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Principal Elementary
Illinois School District U-46 —Elgin, IL
- $118,483 - $177,725 a year
- Weekends as needed
- School experience
- Education
- Senior level
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Interim Dean of Students (1st semester 26-27 School Year)
Indian Prairie School District 204 —Aurora, IL
- Full-time
- High school
- Mid-level
Assistant Principal - Elementary School - 26/27 SY
Community Unit School District 300 —Algonquin, IL
- $92,594 - $98,264 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Research
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
Associate Principal – Dream Academy
Illinois School District U-46 —Elgin, IL
- $100,716 - $151,055 a year
- Weekends as needed
- School experience
- Spanish
- High school
Assistant Principal - Special Education (OE)
Oswego Community Unit School District 308 —Oswego, IL
- $108,000 - $115,000 a year
- Full-time
- High school
- Writing skills
- Senior level
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
4d
Assistant Principal Secretary-10 months (2026-2027 School Year)
Indian Prairie School District 204 —Aurora, IL
- Full-time
- Word processing
- Office
- Data entry
Assistant Principal (PL)
Oswego Community Unit School District 308 —Oswego, IL
- $83,800 - $87,000 a year
- Full-time
- High school
- Mid-level
- Public school
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
Assistant Principal Elementary
Illinois School District U-46 —Elgin, IL
- $75,396 - $113,099 a year
- Weekends as needed
- School experience
- Classroom
- Spanish
Middle School & High School Principal | 12-Month
Bethel Baptist Church and Schaumburg Christian School —Schaumburg, IL
- Online Application
- School experience
- Classroom
- High school
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Quick Apply
Dean of Students
Yorkville Community Unit School District 115 —Yorkville, IL
- $77,500 - $82,500 a year
- Senior level
- Public school
- Middle school
Assistant Principal - Early Childhood
East Aurora School District 131 —Aurora, IL
- $105,000 - $110,000 a year
- Spanish
- 5 years
- English
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
6d
Special Education Coordinator
New Leader Academy —Streamwood, IL
- $80,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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High School Dean of Students LTS, 26-27 SY
St. Charles CUSD 303 —Saint Charles, IL
- $300 a day
- Online Application
- Background check
- High school
- Teaching Certification
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Anticipated - Elementary Dean of Students
Lisle Community Unit School District #202 —Lisle, IL
- $70,000 - $90,000 a year
- Senior level
- Elementary school
- Communication skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance

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Preschool & Elementary School Principal

Westminster Christian Education Corporation
Elgin, IL

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Job Details

Full-time
$85,000 - $95,000 a year

Qualifications

Resource allocation
Curriculum implementation management in an education administration role
School experience
Early childhood education center experience
Staff supervision
Student progress monitoring
Program design
Program management
Conflict resolution in education
Instructional modifications
Team supervision
Strategic planning in education
Staff scheduling
Teacher mentoring for professional development
HR legal compliance
Student performance data analysis
Team scheduling
Leadership development
Master's degree
Inclusive leadership practices
School legal knowledge
Team development
Principal Certification
Instructional leadership in education
Teacher coaching
HR compliance
Managing education teams
Overseeing academic personnel management
Employee mediation
Positive school culture development

Full Job Description

Job Summary

The Preschool & Elementary Principal (Preschool–grade 4) provides visionary, instructional, and operational leadership for the preschool and elementary division. The principal oversees program effectiveness, faculty supervision, and curriculum alignment while cultivating a cohesive, student-centered culture. Serving as the primary liaison for parents and families, the principal fosters strong community partnerships and advances academic excellence through strategic and collaborative leadership.

Scope of Role

The Preschool & Elementary Principal is accountable for the leadership, effectiveness, and strategic direction of the preschool through grade 4 program. This includes instructional leadership, staff supervision, culture-building, change management, and family engagement. The principal ensures curricular alignment, consistency of expectations, and the successful integration of school communities into one unified preschool & elementary school culture.

Essential Roles & Responsibilities include but not limited to:

Leadership & Team Management

Lead and supervise approximately 30 teachers and para-educators
Establish and maintain a culture of collaboration, high expectations, and professional growth
Set clear performance standards and provide consistent coaching, feedback, and formal evaluations
Foster leadership capacity within faculty and staff
Ensure cross-functional collaboration between instructional and resource staff

Instructional Leadership

Align curriculum vertically from Preschool through grade 4 to ensure academic continuity and excellence
Support developmentally appropriate practices across early childhood and elementary grade levels
Utilize student achievement data to inform instructional decisions and drive continuous improvement
Partner with teachers to enhance instructional strategies and student outcomes
Promote inclusive instructional practices that address diverse learning needs

Change Management & School Integration

Lead the unification of two school communities into one cohesive Preschool & Elementary school culture
Design and implement strategic plans that promote staff alignment and organizational stability
Navigate resistance with professionalism and clarity while fostering engagement and shared ownership
Guide the school community through periods of transition with steady and strategic leadership

Parent & Community Engagement

Serve as the primary liaison for parents, ensuring clear, consistent, and timely communication
Build strong, trust-based partnerships with families to support student academic and social-emotional success
Address parent concerns with professionalism, empathy, and collaborative problem-solving
Represent family perspectives in leadership discussions while upholding school policies and standards
Serve as the primary representative of the preschool & elementary school to families and the broader community
Develop and maintain communication systems that foster transparency and inclusion
Cultivate engagement opportunities that strengthen school-family partnerships and community connections

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities Required:

Strategic & Operational Leadership

Demonstrates strong strategic thinking and the ability to translate vision into actionable plans
Provides operational leadership for the preschool–grade 4 division, ensuring effective systems, structures, and processes
Oversees budgeting, staffing allocation, scheduling, and resource management to support program effectiveness
Leads organizational change effectively, navigating complex transitions with confidence and stability
Manages large instructional teams with operational discipline, accountability, and attention to morale
Ensures compliance with employment laws, student regulations, and institutional policies
Oversees student support systems and ensures alignment with regulatory and accreditation requirements

Instructional Leadership

Possesses deep knowledge of early childhood and elementary instructional best practices
Aligns curriculum vertically from preschool through grade 4 to ensure academic continuity and excellence
Implements developmentally appropriate practices across age levels
Utilizes student achievement data to drive instructional decisions and continuous school improvement
Oversees student resource processes, accommodations planning, and inclusive instructional practices that support diverse learners

Interpersonal & Organizational Leadership

Builds strong, collaborative communities through clear and effective communication
Demonstrates success with high emotional intelligence, by mediating staff and parent conflict, and resolved issues with professionalism and care
Maintains a calm, steady presence in high-pressure situations
Makes timely, well-informed decisions with confidence and accountability
Aligns long-term strategic vision with practical, measurable implementation
Champions equity, inclusion, and student-centered learning in all decisions
Develops leadership capacity within teams through coaching, collaboration, and results-driven accountability

Education and Experience:

Master’s degree in educational leadership or related field

Administrative certification

5 years of school administration roles

5 years of managing large instructional teams and divisions

Evidence of leading organizational change and school improvement initiatives

Experience overseeing student support services or intervention systems (preferred)

Salary Range:
$85,000 - $95,000

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school principal jobs in kane county il

Preschool & Elementary School Principal

Middle School Dean of Students, 26-27 SY

Early Childhood Executive Director

Early Childhood Executive Director

High School Dean of Students (Anticipated), 26-27 SY

School Program Director

Principal Elementary

Interim Dean of Students (1st semester 26-27 School Year)

Assistant Principal - Elementary School - 26/27 SY

Associate Principal – Dream Academy

Assistant Principal - Special Education (OE)

Assistant Principal Secretary-10 months (2026-2027 School Year)

Assistant Principal (PL)

Assistant Principal Elementary

Middle School & High School Principal | 12-Month

Dean of Students

Assistant Principal - Early Childhood

Special Education Coordinator

High School Dean of Students LTS, 26-27 SY

Anticipated - Elementary Dean of Students

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