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High School Principal

The Galena Unit School District #120 announces the commencement of a search for a new Principal for Galena High School who will assume responsibilities on July 1, 2022. This is an outstanding professional opportunity for a qualified and dynamic leader at a high school located in the historic and scenic city of Galena, Illinois. District 120 houses approximately 850 students and the high school serves approximately 250 students. Galena High School is supported by a highly qualified and talented faculty and by a committed Board of Education. 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities
1. Structure and make use of regular and systematic classroom observations to increase teacher effectiveness demanding high quality of performance from all staff members.
2. Provide leadership and supervision of certified staff and encourage creative and innovative instruction.
3. Assume responsibility for the implementation and observance of all Board policies and regulations by the school’s staff and students.
4. Approve the master teaching schedule and any special assignments.
5. Responsible for keeping the Superintendent’s office informed of all pertinent information regarding all phases of the school operation.
6. Report to the superintendent regarding the needs of the school with respect to personnel, curriculum, budgeting needs and the physical plant.
7. Assist in the recruiting, screening, hiring, training, assigning, in-service orientation, evaluating, and dismissal of the school’s professional staff and classified staff as outlined by the Board Policy and negotiated agreement.
8. Assist in the development, revision, and evaluation of the curriculum and interpret school goals and objectives to students, teachers, and parents. 
9. Assist in the general supervision and maintenance of the physical plant and grounds.
10. Develop and guide the in-service orientation and training of teachers, with special responsibility for staff administrative procedures and instructions.
11. Lead the development of the School Improvement Plan based on data and best practices.
12. Prepare and submit the school’s budgetary requests, and monitor expenditures and funds.
13. Conduct meetings of the staff as necessary for proper functioning of the school.
14. Participate in principals’ meetings, negotiations meetings, and such other meetings as are required or appropriate.
15. Supervise the maintenance of accurate records on the progress and attendance of students.
16. Maintain high standards of student conduct and enforce discipline as necessary, affording due process for the rights of students.
17. Assist the Activities’ Director with the supervision, evaluation, and direction of the school’s extracurricular programs.
18. Supervise the preparation of reports, records, lists, and all other paperwork required or appropriate to the school’s administration.
19. Act as liaison between the school and the community, interpreting activities and policies of the school and encouraging community participation in school life.
20. Keep the public informed through good public relation techniques.
21. Help coordinate building use by school personnel or outside groups.
22. Keep abreast of changes and developments in the profession by attending professional meetings, reading professional journals and other publications, and discussing problems of mutual interest with others in the field.
23. Develop professional support and a good working relationship with all staff members. 
24. Participate in administrative groups at the local and state levels.
25. Participate in Administration Team meetings and activities.
26. Maintain confidentiality in the school operation.
27. Adhere to applicable state and federal laws, rules and regulations, board policies and administrative rules.

Qualifications 
  1. Master’s Degree in School Administration or Educational Leadership.
  2. General Administrative Certification on Professional Educator’s License. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities 
1. An administrative leadership style based on effective human relations and a continuous improvement model. 
2. Visible accessibility. 
3. Excellent communication, presentation, and listening skills. 
4. The vision, compassion and enthusiasm for effective team leadership to motivate high standards and continuous improvement. 
5. Demonstrated knowledge of best practices in working with a diverse student population. 

Terms of Employment:
12 month position (240 work days)
20 vacation days, 3 personal days, 15 sick days
Salary range of $90,000-95,000 plus Board-paid TRS commensurate with previous leadership experience. 

Evaluation:   
Performance will be evaluated annually by the superintendent.


Timeline:
Application window-The posting will be open from November 10, 2021 to December 19th, 2021.
Interviews will begin the week of January 3, 2022.  
The successful candidate will be approved at the January 18th, 2022 Board of Education meeting.
Start date is July 1, 2022.

Interested candidates should email application, cover letter, resume, and 3 letters of recommendation by December 19th, 2021 to:

Patti Murphy, Galena School District

Questions may be directed to Tim Vincent, Superintendent. (815) 777-6681 or tvincent@gusd120.org