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Duties

The successful candidate will have strong leadership and communication skills and the ability to maintain effective and courteous relationships with students, parents and staff.

Knowledge of applicable federal and state education laws and regulations

Knowledge of current educational standards, teaching methods and educational pedagogy as well as differentiated instruction based on student learning styles.

Demonstrate and model professionalism

Ability to motivate, develop and support high-performing, high-quality team and hold all accountable for improved student achievement

Ability to read and analyze complex information

Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills

Experience in giving professional presentations and conducting training

Ability to organize multiple tasks within conflicting time constraints

Possess strong technology skills (Google Apps, Microsoft, etc.)

Engage in self-evaluation with regard to leadership, performance and professional growth

Qualifications

Master’s Degree in Educational Administration

Illinois Professional Educators License with General Administrative Endorsement

Multiple years (5 or more) of successful teaching experience preferred

Prior administrative experience preferred but not required 

State certified evaluator of teachers

Salary/Benefits

Regionally competitive salary and benefits commensurate with
experience. Full TRS, full individual medical, dental and vision board paid. 20 vacation days, 15 sick and two personal days. 

Starting salary of $75,000-$85,000 per year, but actual salary will be negotiated with finalists.

How to Apply

Applicants should email a letter of interest, resume, proof of certification, copy of transcripts, references and a personal philosophy of education to: 

Josh DeLong, Superintendent

Dwight Public Schools 

801 S. Franklin Street 

Dwight, Il, 60420

delongj@dwight.k12.il.us 

Email Address

delongj@dwight.k12.il.us

Job Posting Date

12/11/2025

Application Deadline

1/5/2026

Start Date

7/1/2026

Email for More Information

delongj@dwight.k12.il.us