Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from The Chicago High School for the Arts
Job overview
The 2025-2026 Assistant Principal at The Chicago High School for the Arts is a key leadership role supporting the Principal in managing school operations, fostering a positive school culture, and ensuring instructional excellence in a rigorous arts and academic environment.
Responsibilities and impact
The Assistant Principal will oversee daily school operations, support instructional programs and teacher development, promote a positive and inclusive school culture, manage student behavior and discipline, engage with families and community partners, supervise staff, and assist in hiring and scheduling.
Compensation and benefits
The position is full-time with pay commensurate with experience and qualifications; specific salary details are not provided. Benefits likely include standard educational employment perks, but are not detailed in the description.
Experience and skills
Candidates must have a Master's degree in Education or related field, a valid Illinois Professional Educator License with administrative endorsement, and at least 5 years of teaching experience, preferably in an urban setting. Preferred skills include proficiency with PowerSchool, Aspen, Branching Minds, MTSS, and experience in English Language Arts, Social Science, or Special Education.
Work environment and culture
The school values diversity, inclusion, equity, and cultural competency, fostering a collaborative, high-accountability, and supportive environment focused on continuous improvement and student success.
Company information
The Chicago High School for the Arts is Chicago's first public arts high school, offering intensive pre-professional arts training combined with a comprehensive college preparatory curriculum to diverse scholar-artists.
Job location and travel
The position is based at The Chicago High School for the Arts in Chicago, with typical school hours from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm and no regular travel required except for professional development.
Application process
Applicants must apply online at www.chiarts.org, submitting a cover letter, resume, and contact information for 3-5 professional references; failure to follow instructions will result in disqualification.
Unique job features
This role uniquely blends academic leadership with pre-professional arts training oversight, requiring collaboration with both academic and artistic directors to align educational and artistic programming.
Company overview
The Chicago High School for the Arts (ChiArts) is a public arts high school in Chicago, Illinois, dedicated to providing a rigorous pre-professional arts training program combined with a comprehensive college preparatory curriculum. Established in 2009, ChiArts offers majors in dance, music, theatre, visual arts, and creative writing, allowing students to develop their artistic talents while ensuring academic excellence. The school is funded through a combination of public funding and private donations, making it accessible to talented students from diverse backgrounds. ChiArts has a history of producing graduates who go on to prestigious colleges and successful careers in the arts.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight leadership experience in educational administration, emphasizing your ability to manage daily school operations, support instructional excellence, and foster an inclusive school culture at The Chicago High School for the Arts.
Emphasize skills in master scheduling, PowerSchool, and familiarity with MTSS and educational technology platforms like Aspen and Google Workspace, as these are key to the Assistant Principal role.
Apply through multiple channels such as the official ChiArts website (www.chiarts.org) and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility and ensure your materials are received through all available avenues.
Connect on LinkedIn with current staff in the Administration department or leadership team at ChiArts; open conversations with ice breakers like asking about recent initiatives in arts integration or how they balance academic and arts programming.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'instructional leadership,' 'equity-driven,' 'PowerSchool,' 'MTSS,' 'restorative discipline,' and 'student data analysis' to increase the chances of passing automated screenings.
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