Department Head - Math /JCHS

Jersey Community Unit School District No. 100
100 Lincoln Ave., Jerseyville, IL 62052

618-498-5561

Job Description

Position: Department Head - Math

School Year: 2025-26

Job Summary

Duties and Responsibilities

The department head is responsible to the high school principal. The head should attempt to improve the department

through positive leadership and should serve as a conduit for dialog between the administration and department

members. As determined by the principal, the duties of the department head will include duties and tasks as

necessary including the following.

Improvement of Instruction

The department head is responsible for student assessment analysis and with the input from the department faculty

to develop the department school improvement plan including strategies and activities.

1. The department head should provide departmental leadership during curriculum studies in selecting
educational materials.

2. The department head should keep the principal informed of any departmental concerns as well as
instructional needs.

3. The department head should work with members of the department to keep syllabi and course descriptions
updated.

Department Management

The department head will schedule and conduct department meetings. (one each month)

1. The department head will prepare department meeting agendas with input from the other department
members.

2. The department head will regularly check with department members about their educational concerns.
3. The department head will, after input from the department faculty, submit requisitions for departmental

supplies and equipment.

4. The department head will communicate with the principal concerning the department budget.
5. As requested by the principal, the department head should assist with the orientation of new department

personnel.

6. The department head should recommend the assignment of teachers to courses in the department.
7. The department head should recommend changes in courses after discussion and consensus with the

department members and communication with principal, curriculum director/asst. supt. and/or district

curriculum committee representatives.

8. The department head should attend department head meetings called by the principal (weekly).
9. The department head should aid substitute teachers as necessary if plans and/or materials are unavailable.

Minimum Qualifications

The professional educator MUST possess an Illinois Professional Educator License with the proper endorsement.

Disclaimer

The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people
assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills
required of personnel. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time
to time, as needed.

Application Procedures

Candidates are invited to apply by submitting a formal letter of interest digitally to Dr. Jason Brunaugh, Director of
Finance and Human Resources, at jason.brunaugh@jersey100.org.

Jersey Community District No. 100 offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including many
professional development opportunities and an instructional climate that is second to none. An FBI
fingerprint/background check will be required of all candidates who are hired.

Applicants for admission or employment, students, parents of elementary and secondary school students, employees,
sources of referral, and all professional organization that have entered into agreements with Jersey Community Unit
School District No. 100 are hereby notified that our school district does not discriminate on the basis of race, color,
national origin, sex, age, religion, or disability in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its programs
and activities. Inquiries or concerns regarding the application of this notice may be referred to our School District’s
Compliance Coordinator for civil rights laws. Any person who is unable to resolve a problem or grievance arising under
Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the
Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and other federal laws and regulations may contact
the Office for Civil Rights. Any person having questions regarding the above is directed to contact Jersey Community
Unit School District No. 100, Non-discrimination Liaisons, Mr. Cory Breden or Dr. Kate Brunaugh at 100 Lincoln Ave.,
Jerseyville, IL 62052, or call 618-498-5561.

2/24/2025