Principal - Forest Hills Elementary School - School Year

Position Type:

Administration/Principal

Date Posted:

10/10/2025

Location:

Forest HIlls Elementary

Date Available:

July 2026

Closing Date:

11/10/2025

Western Springs School District 101, located in western Cook County, is seeking a dynamic, educational leader for Principal of Forest Hills Elementary School for the 2026-2027 school year.

This high-performing, nurturing school provides an exceptional learning experience for students in grades Kindergarten through 5. Forest Hills has consistently been named a “Top Fifty” performing school in the State of Illinois and is a proud 2023 recipient of the National Blue Ribbon. Additionally, District 101 has been a “Top Fifteen” performing school district in Illinois over the past decade.

Western Springs is characterized by involved and supportive parents, a dedicated staff, a progressive approach to learning and teaching, and a supportive community that highly values education. The successful candidate will possess outstanding communication and educational leadership skills rooted in a decision-making philosophy based on what is best for children.

The Board of Education is offering a salary commensurate with experience, including an attractive benefit package. Please complete an online application and submit the following materials by November 10: Letter of Application, Resume, Transcripts, Letters of Recommendation, and Certification. All documents should be submitted electronically to:

Nadia Garofalo

Assistant to the Superintendent

Email address:

Subject Line: Forest Hills Principal Application

Materials may also be mailed to:

Dr. Sarah Coffey

School Superintendent

Western Springs School District 101

4225 Wolf Road, Western Springs, IL 60558

A fully developed job description can be found here.