D76 is seeking a dynamic, child-centered, thoughtful leader to serve as the next principal for West Oak Intermediate School. The school Principal will serve as the educational leader, responsible for managing the policies, regulations and procedures to ensure all students are supervised in a safe environment that meets the mission of the school and district. Achieving academic excellence requires that the Principal work collaboratively to direct and nurture all members of the school staff hired by the Board of Education and to communicate effectively with parents. Inherent in the position are the responsibilities for scheduling, curriculum development, extracurricular activities, personnel management, emergency procedures, budgeting and facility operations.