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Principal - Oakwood

Cunningham Children's HomeOakwood, IL
Onsite

About The Position

Circle Academy in Oakwood, IL is seeking a dedicated and experienced Principal to lead our K–12 therapeutic day school. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a new school and help shape its culture, programs, and long-term vision. Join our team and help empower students with emotional and behavioral challenges to achieve success in school, at home, and in the community. Cunningham is a leading child welfare and educational services agency, providing compassionate support and therapeutic interventions to over 953 children, youth, young adults, and families each year. Our comprehensive programs include residential treatment, special education, and community-based services. Circle Academy Oakwood, one of Cunningham’s private therapeutic special education schools, serves students in grades K–12. We offer a structured, nurturing, and therapeutic learning environment that promotes both academic and emotional growth, with a mission to prepare and empower students for meaningful success in all areas of life.

Requirements

  • ISBE Type 75 Administrative License
  • Valid Illinois driver’s license
  • All prospective employees must complete a pre-employment physical and background check.

Nice To Haves

  • 3+ years of supervisory experience
  • 5+ years working with youth with severe emotional or behavioral challenges
  • LBS I and/or LBS II certification

Responsibilities

  • Oversee programmatic approaches and interventions with students
  • Supervise curriculum, instruction, and academic/behavioral progress
  • Manage special education programming and services
  • Lead extracurricular activities and foster stakeholder relationships
  • Provide supervision to the leadership team and school staff
  • Maintain administrative oversight of school operations

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Holidays and Leave
  • Garner Health & Paytient Card — healthcare navigation and cost savings benefits
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) & Dependent Care Account (DCA)
  • Accident, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with up to 6% Company Match
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Wellness Program
  • Relocation Assistance
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Competitive salary based on education and experience.
  • Small class sizes: 10 or fewer students per class.
  • Additional support staff: Two additional support staff (Paraeducator and Teaching Assistant) in every classroom.
  • Relocation Assistance: Available up to $5,000.
  • Summer Income: Opportunity to earn additional income over the summer (31 days at $35/hour).
  • Qualified employer under the Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Principal

Education Level

No Education Listed

Number of Employees

101-250 employees

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