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The District

Community High School District 128, in Vernon Hills, IL, seeks an inspirational and collaborative servant leader who embraces the mission of the district to develop graduates who are DARING (dreamers/doers, aware, resilient/healthy, inquisitive, nimble, global).  The ideal candidate will have an accomplished record as a leader, outstanding communication skills, a visionary instructional leadership background and a proven track record of collaboration and team-building. This is a unique and highly rewarding professional opportunity for a qualified and experienced superintendent to provide leadership to two high-achieving suburban high schools.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have an accomplished record as a leader, outstanding communication skills, a visionary instructional leadership background and a proven track record of collaboration and team-building.

Additional Notes

Community High School District 128 is located in the northwest suburbs of Chicago, approximately 40 miles from downtown.  This area of Lake County is known for its schools, parks, family orientation, vibrant communities and overall high quality of life.  The District has over 3,000 students enrolled in grades 9–12. The district's three schools, Libertyville High School, Vernon Hills High School and the transition school Transition Pathways, serve students from several communities, including Libertyville, Vernon Hills, Green Oaks, Rondout, Mundelein, and Mettawa. 

District 128 students and staff are consistently recognized on the local, state and national levels for their outstanding academic and extracurricular achievements. District 128 was named the number one school district in Illinois in the 2019 Best Schools ranking by Niche.com. U.S. News & World Report ranks LHS 12th and VHHS 15th among Illinois high schools and in the top 3% of all public high schools nationally.  Both high schools are recipients of the U.S. Department of Education National Blue Ribbon of Excellence Award, with LHS receiving the honor in 2018 and 1990 and VHHS receiving the honor in 2010.

The schools are supported by highly qualified and dedicated faculties and support staff, and by a hard-working, committed and supportive Board of Education.  Additional information about the school districts may be found at https://www.d128.org

How to Apply

The process will be conducted as a confidential search. To complete an online application, electronically submit a resume, letter of interest, three up-to-date letters of reference, proof of appropriate licensure and copies of transcripts to www.bwpassociates.com. The application deadline is December 12, 2024.

Email Address

https://www.d128.org

Job Posting Date

10/28/2024

Application Deadline

12/12/2024

Start Date

7/1/2025