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Principal Search Hinsdale Central

The Hinsdale Township High School District 86 Board of Education is pleased to announce its nationwide search for a dynamic, collaborative and forward-thinking educational leader to serve as the next principal of Hinsdale Central High School and guide the school into its next chapter of excellence.

Our School

Located in Hinsdale, Illinois, Hinsdale Central High School is a nationally recognized, high-performing public high school with a longstanding tradition of academic excellence, student achievement and community pride.

Hinsdale Central serves a community that places a high value on education and provides students with a wide range of opportunities to pursue their interests, challenge themselves academically and grow as individuals. Through rigorous coursework, robust extracurricular programming, competitive athletics, fine arts, career and technical education, and comprehensive student supports, Central is committed to helping every student thrive.

The school is distinguished by numerous achievements and recognitions, including:

  • U.S. News & World Report: Hinsdale Central is consistently recognized among the top public high schools in Illinois and the nation.
  • Academic Excellence: Central students consistently demonstrate high levels of achievement on state and national assessments, including Advanced Placement and ACT exams.
  • Advanced Placement: Students have access to a comprehensive selection of AP courses and regularly earn recognition from the College Board for their performance.
  • National Merit Recognition: Central has a strong tradition of students being named National Merit Semifinalists, Finalists and Commended Students.
  • Student Opportunities: Students can participate in an extensive array of athletic teams, clubs, activities, performing arts programs and leadership opportunities.
  • College and Career Readiness: Central provides students with rigorous academic pathways and opportunities designed to prepare them for success in college, careers and life beyond high school.

Hinsdale Central is supported by talented educators and staff who are deeply committed to student success and to maintaining a school culture where students are challenged, supported and encouraged to reach their full potential.

Interested candidates are encouraged to use the following link to take a peek Inside 86.


Our Community

Located 20 miles west of Chicago, the District 86 community includes the municipalities of Hinsdale, Darien, Burr Ridge, Clarendon Hills, Oak Brook, Westmont, and Willowbrook. Residents are highly educated and demographically diverse, and many cite the quality of the high school district as their reason for living in the community. The school district recently completed $139.8 million in facilities improvements at Hinsdale Central and Hinsdale South after voters approved funding for these upgrades and renovations in 2019. The district remains dedicated to preserving and enhancing its schools, allocating about $5.5 million each year–of its overall $144.5 million annual budget–for maintenance and facility upgrades.

The Hinsdale Central principal vacancy presents an outstanding leadership opportunity for an accomplished educational leader to guide a nationally recognized school with a longstanding tradition of excellence. The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated record of success in educational leadership, an appreciation for Hinsdale Central’s history and accomplishments, and a commitment to supporting its talented faculty and staff. The successful candidate will be a collaborative and visible leader who values strong relationships with students, staff, families and the broader community, and who is committed to fostering academic excellence, innovation, belonging and opportunities for every student to thrive.

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The Application Process

Interested candidates are urged to complete the online application process as soon as possible. Applications will be accepted until November 6. This will be considered a “Confidential Search.” All application materials will be treated as confidential.


Applicants are requested not to contact members of the Board of Education. A regionally competitive compensation package will be offered to the successful candidate, with a base salary range of $195,000 - $225,000