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The AlWood Community School District #225 is seeking a motivated, student-centered educational leader to serve as the principal of AlWood Elementary School, beginning July 1, 2027. AlWood Elementary School is a preschool through 5th grade building. The chosen candidate will train with the current principal throughout this school year as he transitions to the superintendent role, beginning July 1, 2027.

For this principal position, the candidate will be expected to:

• Provide instructional leadership that promotes high levels of student achievement and continuous school improvement.
• Supervise, support, and evaluate certified and non-certified staff.
• Develop and maintain a positive school climate that encourages student success, staff collaboration, and family engagement.
• Possess strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Demonstrate strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Lead curriculum implementation, instructional practices, assessment initiatives, and school improvement aligned with district goals.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and district policies, regulations, and procedures.
• Manage school operations, scheduling, budgeting, and student discipline, amongst other duties.
• Be a visionary and utilize a collaborative leadership style with district administration, staff, parents, and community stakeholders.
• Be intrinsically motivated to multitask various duties simultaneously.
• Have knowledge of current educational practices, instructional strategies, and school improvement processes.
• Foster a culture of continuous growth and student achievement.
• Demonstrate a commitment to personal professional growth and lifelong learning.
• Promote equity, inclusion, and access to opportunities for all students.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent.

Qualifications

• A valid Illinois Professional Educator''s License with a General Administrative/Principal endorsement, as required by the Illinois State Board of Education.
• Successfully complete all required Illinois State Board of Education academies for teacher evaluations prior to July 1, 2027.
• Certification through the Bureau/Henry/Stark Regional Office of Education

Salary/Benefits

Salary and benefits will be competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience in accordance with district policies and contractual agreements.

Additional Notes

The AlWood School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status under applicable law.

How to Apply

All interested applicants should send the following information to:

Mr. Reggie Larson; Principal, AlWood Elementary School

101 East A Street, Alpha, IL 61413 Or email at: larsonr@alwood.net

• District Certified Staff Application
• Cover Letter
• Current Resume
• Copy of Administrative License
• Official Academic Transcripts
• Three Professional References

Link to District/Third Party Online Application Web Page

https://forms.gle/Te3VYmmS9XV2586r8

Email Address

larsonr@alwood.net

School District

www.alwood.net

Position Website

https://forms.gle/Te3VYmmS9XV2586r8

ILearn Link

ILearn

Report Card Link

District Report Card

Job Posting Date

8/18/2026

Application Deadline

9/4/2026

Start Date

7/1/2027

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District Name AlWood CUSD #225 Building Name AlWood Elementary School Address 101 East A Street

Alpha, IL 61413 Phone (309) 629-5011 Fax (309) 629-4023 IASA Region Blackhawk County Henry Employment Type Full-time permanent Job Category Principal Grade Level Elementary

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