Director of English

Modified Year Admin (205) Full Year Admin (260)

4 Personal Days 4 Personal Days

120 Sick Days, with 13 annually in succeeding

years

120 Sick Days, with 13 annually in succeeding

years

Summer, Winter, Spring Break Floating Holidays

25 Vacation Days

Board Paid IMRF or TRS / THIS reflective of the position's pension system

BCBS Health Insurance (PPO and HMO)

Metlife Dental Insurance

Life Insurance, 2x salary up to $400,000

Disability Insurance (TRS)

Tuition Reimbursement

403b match

EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

Phone Stipend

Association Memberships for your role

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• Position Type :

Administration / Director of English

1 / 23 / 2025

NORTH / WEST PRINCIPAL

07 / 01 / 2025

02 / 07 / 2025

Curriculum Director (District-wide)

World Languages, Multilingual, Social Studies, English, Math, Physical Welfare, Science]

REPORTS TO : Building Principals

Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction

SUPERVISES : Licensed and Non-Licensed Staff in the respective department

Assigned Activity Sponsors

POSITION OBJECTIVE : Oversee the development and implementation of curriculum and instruction in the respective department as well as supervise and evaluate the delivery of instruction in compliance with Board Goals, district and building policies and procedures for the purpose of advancing student equity, performance, and literacy.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Illinois Public Educator License, General Administrative Endorsement, and Teacher Evaluator designation required

Master's degree in education, or a related services field

Teaching or administrative experience in content area

Experience working successfully in a diverse, multicultural environment

REQUIRED SKILLS :

Possess a strong foundation in curriculum, instruction, assessment, and Illinois Learning Standards.

Knowledgeable in planning, organizing, and directing educational assessment services of the District; the laws and regulations relating to testing, assessment, and evaluation; the current research as well as best practices and multiple measures of student achievement

Ability to read, interpret, and explain materials from Board policy, administrative procedures, professional journals, and legal documents, including Illinois School Code

Ability to problem solve, make independent decisions, and effectuate change

Good verbal and written communication skills

Demonstrated leadership ability to work with high school students and adults

Ability to interpret and analyze data, and produce high-quality presentations and documents

Ability to deal with difficult situations courteously, tactfully, and with discretion and good judgment

Ability to interact effectively with a variety of audiences and individuals

Current knowledge of best practices in business, operations, and human resources

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES :

Serve as a member of building leadership team

Provide high-quality leadership to coordinate and improve the student academic and support services provided to students and families.

Provide leadership and vision for implementing systems and practices that promote inclusion, equity, and anti-racism throughout the school.

Lead and serve on the building administrator's leadership team, providing knowledge and expertise about school initiatives and programs, Professional Learning Communities, and the School Improvement Goals.

Assists the building leadership team in the overall administration of the school

Supervise various student events throughout the year including weekends and evenings

Models mutual respect; integrity; professionalism; multicultural awareness; gender, racial, and ethnic equity; and the values, beliefs, and attitudes that inspire others to perform to their highest potential.

Performs special projects and assignments at the direction of the Principal and / or designee.

Supervises and Evaluates the Performance of Licensed and Non-Licensed Staff Members

Supervises and evaluates classroom instruction

Supervises and evaluates curriculum-related activities

Recruits, screens, hires, trains, recommends for hiring, and assigns candidates

Helps teachers understand the special needs or challenges of individual students

Supports the professional development of staff members

Orients new teachers in the content area, working collaboratively with PAR consulting teachers

Plans, evaluates, and oversees testing programs for assigned curricular area, including common assessments

Follows district evaluation policies and procedures for assigned staff

Recommends for dismissal, tenure, and job assignments

Coordinates the Review, Revision, and Implementation of Departmental Curriculum.

Facilitates Sender School Articulation meetings

Analyzes student placement and student progress in the content area

Works with teachers to develop curriculum and assessments aligned to Illinois Learning Standards and Instructional Mandates, e.g. learning targets, curriculum guides, and assessments (formative and summative)

Supervises the implementation of curriculum and instructional programs

Supervises and coordinates the ordering, use, and maintenance of departmental instructional materials

Assists in the planning of departmental professional development

Plans and coordinates curriculum night for incoming ninth graders

Leads the Content Area Department

Implements board policies and procedures

Organizes and coordinates departmental meetings

Keeps informed about current trends and practices in subject fields and instruction and promotes curricular innovation and a culture of professional learning

Collaborates with other departmental leaders to coordinate programs

Participates in activities for continued professional growth

Works to resolve both inter and intra-departmental conflicts

Maintains open communication with parents, parent groups, and community organizations

Represents the district at professional meetings and conferences

Leads staff and provides professional development in implementing culturally responsive teaching and research-based equitable instructional practices

Co-lead curriculum committees with the Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction

Works with principal and building leadership team on school improvement initiatives

Promotes the use of data-informed decision-making in various contexts, including curriculum design, assessment, and evaluation, and oversees the design of student intervention programs that support school improvement initiatives and college and career readiness.

Understands the master schedule and assists in the development of student schedules as well as making student scheduling adjustments as needed throughout the academic school year

Maintains administrative records; prepares reports and correspondence

Serves as a member of the core administrative team

Supervises school-sponsored events; supervises chaperones as assigned

Performs other duties as assigned by the principal

Manages requests for attendance and travel to professional meetings and conferences by assigned staff

Teach course sections when emergencies arise

Provides Fiscal Management for the Content Area Department

Contracts for purchase and delivery of goods and services

Approves purchase requisitions for the department

Obtains comparative prices and quotations per Board Policy

Manages extracurricular budgets

Prepares and administers the budget for assigned department

Advises the principal(s) on the department's budgetary needs

Prepares and implements grants as appropriate

Assists with Summer School

Assists the Summer School Principal with planning, evaluating, and overseeing the implementation course curriculum and assessments during summer school.

Recruits, screens, trains, recommends for hiring, and assigns candidates.

Assists the Associate Principal with budgeting for summer school supplies and instructional materials for summer school.

Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of summer school.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT : 205 day work calendar with irregular or extended work hours including evenings and weekends.

SALARY RANGE : Target hiring range for this position will be between $130,000 to $160,000 per year. Offered salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Apply online at : www.niles219.org

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

Niles Township High Schools District 219 is an equal-opportunity employer. It is the policy and practice of District 219 to decide all matters relating to employment solely on the basis of the applicant's ability to perform the essential functions of the position. District 219 ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, sex, sexual orientation, color, national origin, religion, age, or handicap.

The District has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for an opening should contact the Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources.

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Salary : $130,000 - $160,000