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Pilgrim Lutheran Church and School Chicago · 17 hours ago

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Pilgrim Lutheran School is a faith-based educational institution serving students in grades PreK–8. The Principal is responsible for fostering academic excellence and faith development, managing school operations, and building relationships with the community.

Education Management
Hiring Manager
Brennan Downes
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Responsibilities

Leading faculty and staff in curriculum, instruction, and professional growth
Promoting Christian values and modeling faith-centered leadership
Building strong relationships with families, the congregation, and the wider community
Managing school operations, managing outside vendors, finances, facilities, and accreditation requirements
Developing and executing strategic initiatives to increase student enrollment through targeted outreach, marketing, streamlined admissions processes, data-driven recruitment strategies, and community partnerships
Supporting fundraising efforts

Qualification

Illinois Professional Educator LicenseIllinois Principal/Administrator LicenseMaster’s Degree in Educational AdministrationEnrollment growth experienceLeadership skillsCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsCommitment to Christian valuesRelational skills

Required

Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (Elementary or Middle School endorsement)
Illinois Principal/Administrator License (or eligibility/in process)
Minimum of 5 years of teaching and/or school administration experience
Demonstrated leadership, communication, and organizational skills
Master's Degree in Educational Administration
Active commitment to Christian values and participation in congregational life
Strong relational skills and ability to partner with diverse families and staff
Demonstrated experience in increasing enrollment growth and retention

Preferred

Ensure curriculum, instruction, and assessment align with Pilgrim's mission and high academic standards
Collaborate, support, and supervise teachers through regular classroom visits, coaching, and professional development
Maintain programs that nurture the whole child—academically, socially, spiritually, emotionally, and physically
Oversee extracurricular offerings (arts, athletics, service, technology, etc.)
Lead accreditation, evaluation, and school improvement processes

Benefits

Health insurance
Retirement
Tuition discount

Company

Pilgrim Lutheran Church and School Chicago

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Pilgrim Lutheran School, together with Pilgrim Lutheran Church, is a fully welcoming and affirming community, and we serve others in a variety of ways.

Funding

Current Stage
Early Stage
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