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Duties

The Director of School Improvement (PreK-12) is primarily responsible for providing strategic leadership and direction to enhance student achievement and close opportunity gaps across the District. This position coordinates District-wide efforts focused on continuous school improvement, supports high-quality instructional practices, and ensures equitable access to learning for all students. The Director will work collaboratively with school and District leaders to implement and monitor initiatives aligned with the District’s strategic plan.

Qualifications

• Illinois Professional Educator License with General Administrative Endorsement
• A minimum of five (5) years of successful administrative experience in educational leadership, with demonstrated success in improving student achievement as a Principal
• Demonstrated effective relationships with colleagues through their work as Principal and/or district leader
• Experience in school turnaround, instructional leadership, or district-level improvement roles
• Demonstrated knowledge of MTSS/RTI frameworks, data analysis, and instructional best practices
• Ability to collect, analyze, and present data to drive innovation and improvement
• Cultural competency and ability to navigate and promote sensitivity with issues of race and equity
• Effective strategic planning capabilities, including the ability to establish long-term vision and goals, and align/manage activities toward goal fulfillment
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Education may find appropriate and acceptable

Salary/Benefits

• The entry level base salary for this position in SY26 is $106,962, plus highly competitive benefits, including 100% Board-paid TRS contributions and 100% Board-paid employee-only health, dental, and term life insurance.  There is a minimal employee cost for vision insurance.  Additional compensation above the base is offered to candidates based on their number of years of successful administrative experience.

Additional Notes

Application Deadline

• Interviews will be conducted as soon as a suitable pool of candidates is found.  To ensure consideration, please submit your application materials as soon as possible. 

Important Notes

• If you are interested in a brief, confidential conversation regarding your possible interest in this position prior to filling out an application, please contact Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources Ken Kleber at (217) 351-3822.

More About Our Community

• Champaign Unit 4 Schools serves over 10,000 PreK-Young Adult students in 18 facilities, which include twelve elementary schools, three middle schools, two high schools, one early childhood facility, and the Novak Academy.  Located conveniently near Chicago, Indianapolis, and St. Louis, Champaign residents enjoy the entertainment and intellectual activity of a large city, without the higher costs of living and lengthy commute times often associated with busy city/suburban life.  The University of Illinois provides the excitement of Big 10 sporting events, a thriving business environment, and world-class entertainment at State Farm Center and the Krannert Center for the Performing Arts.  Champaign is characterized by a thriving downtown and campustown, shopping centers and boutiques, award-winning restaurants, neighborhood parks, live music venues, and summer festivals.  We also share many museums, galleries, and theatres with the adjacent city of Urbana.

How to Apply

Please apply online at: https://www.applitrack.com/champaignschools/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Administration

Link to District/Third Party Online Application Web Page

https://www.applitrack.com/champaignschools/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Administration

Email Address

hr@u4sd.org

School District

https://www.champaignschools.org/

Position Website

https://www.applitrack.com/champaignschools/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Administration

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