Top 57 School principal Jobs in Northbrook, Il

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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Director of Preschool
L&L Academy and Preschool —Chicago, IL
- From $57,000 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Mid-level
- Preschool
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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School Principal
The Menta Education Group —Chicago, IL
- $75,000 - $108,000 a year
- Full-time
- Children
- Organizational skills
- Senior level
- 403(b) matching
- Health insurance
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Assistant Director
Everbrook Academy —Park Ridge, IL
- From $21.46 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- 21 years or older
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Site Director - Champions at Howe & Newport Schools
Champions —Beach Park, IL
- $20 - $26 an hour
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Computer literacy
- English
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Childcare Director
The Nest Schools —East Dundee, IL
- $50,000 - $65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- School experience
- Mid-level
- Opportunities for advancement
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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Principal Elementary
Illinois School District U-46 —Elgin, IL
- $118,483 - $177,725 a year
- Weekends as needed
- School experience
- Education
- Senior level
Principal
FURQAAN ACADEMY —Chicago, IL
- Administrative experience
- US work authorization
- Experience equivalent to degree accepted
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Principal-Alternative High School
City Colleges of Chicago —Chicago, IL
- $104,775 - $108,500 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Tuition reimbursement
- 403(b)
Principal, North Lawndale College Preparatory High School
Alma Advisory Group —Chicago, IL
- $100,000 - $150,000 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- High school
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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SY 26-27 Anticipated Assistant Principal
Chicago Public Schools —Chicago, IL
- $127,629 - $156,815 a year
- Master's degree
- Senior level
- Public school
- Wellness program
- Disability insurance
Assistant Principal
Chicago Public Schools —Chicago, IL
- $127,629 - $156,815 a year
- Master's degree
- Senior level
- Public school
- Wellness program
- Disability insurance
SY26-27 Assistant Principal
Chicago Public Schools —Chicago, IL
- $127,629 - $156,815 a year
- Master's degree
- Senior level
- Public school
- Wellness program
- Disability insurance
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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Elementary School Principal
Waukegan Community Unit District 60 —Waukegan, IL
- High school
- Office
- Master's degree
High School Co-Principal
Waukegan Community Unit District 60 —Waukegan, IL
- Online Application
- School experience
- High school
- Master's degree
SY 26-27 Assistant Principal
Chicago Public Schools —Chicago, IL
- $127,629 - $156,815 a year
- Master's degree
- Senior level
- Public school
- Wellness program
- Disability insurance
School Leadership Pipeline
Meridian Charter Schools —Chicago, IL
- $90,000 - $140,000 a year
- Online Application
- High school
- Education
- Continuous improvement
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Executive School Director - New School
The Gardner School —Bannockburn, IL
- $58,000 - $73,000 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- English
- Master's degree
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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2026-2027 Cove Career Center Principal

The Cove School -
Northbrook, IL

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Job Details

Full-time
From $110,000 a year

Benefits

Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

Experience working with individuals with disabilities
Faculty collaboration
Special education law
Master's degree
Classroom behavior modification
Computer skills
Assistive technologies
Disability rights laws

Full Job Description

Cove Career Center Principal

2026 - 2027 School Year Start

Date: July 2026

Job Summary:

The Cove Career Center Principal provides day-to-day management of the Career Center Transition Program and all core functions that support The Cove School’s mission.

Pay & Benefits:

Salary starting at $110,000: (salary is commensurate with education, licensure and experience)
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Short and Long Term Disability and Life Insurance
Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programs
10 sick, 4 personal days, 20 vacation days
Tuition Reimbursement for continuing education
Professional Development Opportunities

Schedule:

Full-time (12 Month Employee)
Monday through Friday 8:00 am – 4:00 pm (or later per specific responsibilities identified below)

Requirements:

Master’s degree required

State of Illinois Professional Educator’s License (PEL)/General Administrative & Learning Behavior Specialist (LBS-1) or special education endorsement; Illinois Educator Training
Experience:
- Prior leadership experience in special education
- High School teaching or administrator experience, preferred
- Administering classroom and schoolwide behavior management programs, creating lesson places and writing Individualized Education Plans (IEPs)
- Collaborating with a multidisciplinary group of professionals in a diverse student population and setting
- Application or experience with improving academic achievement
Knowledge/Skills:
- Knowledge of special education law, policies, and procedures
- Knowledge of state and federal guidelines for the educational requirements for students with special needs
- Ability to articulate sound educational philosophy
- Ability to lead IEP meetings
- Excellent instructional competence
- Ability to evaluate the instructional process
- Background in computer and assistive technology
- Leadership qualities and excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills
- Ability and willingness to contribute to a collegial working environment and to perform responsibilities in accordance with applicable guidelines, policies, and procedures
- Commitment to innovation and creativity

Duties & Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

Instructional & Personnel Leadership

Provide teachers support to foster a classroom climate conducive to learning, and assistance to develop, implement and monitor progress toward Individualized Education Plans (IEPs)
Contribute to the selection, assignment, supervision, and evaluation of certified and classified employees
Develop and evaluate curriculum and programs
Keep current with technologies and their uses as they pertain to educating students
Demonstrate knowledge of and compliance with Part 401 rules and section 226 of the Illinois administrative codes
Support the entire IEP process and team
Acts as the LEA for the IEP process
Lead the behavior management process and team

Organizational Leadership

Provide day-to-day management of the school in association with the Executive Director
Develop and oversee all of the operations of the regular school program and ESY program
Work in conjunction with fellow administrators (i.e., Principal, Clinical Director, District Liaison, Director of Finance, Director of Advancement) to maintain and enhance an organizational culture that prioritizes students' and staff needs
Recognize personnel policies/regulations and the importance of conferring with faculty, district personnel, and the community in a professional manner
Assure the safety, conduct, and general welfare of students and faculty
Communicate effectively and assist in resolving conflicts with students, parents, faculty, and community members
Strive to improve leadership skills through self-initiated professional growth and development activities by utilizing information and insights gained in professional efforts for self-improvement
Coordinates with the transition team at The Cove School and leads the parent education series

Operational Leadership

Create a master schedule including all classes, therapies, and teacher prep periods, as well as scheduling dates for progress and report card distribution
Coordinate and supervise after-school and evening activities: assign student teachers/observers, assign coverage as necessary, lead staff meetings, lead teacher departmental meetings, assist with IEP documentation
Lead and support the alumni program

Community Leadership

Project a positive image to the community through the dissemination of ideas, information and responsiveness to student, family, SC district, and community agency concerns
Participates in Cove Community Events
Coordinates with adult agencies and businesses for internship opportunities and adult services

About Us:

The Cove School is a non-public therapeutic day school for students with learning disabilities located in Northbrook, IL. Cove students come from 60 nearby different public schools and families can also choose to fund tuition privately. Classes are kept small. Teaching is flexible and varies according to the individual student’s learning style. A team of onsite specialists work collaboratively to provide students intensive, integrated related services.

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