FUNCTION: To assist the Superintendent with various responsibilities related to curriculum, assessment, and staff development and the application and administration of Title I.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Preferred but not required, a M.S. in school administration with a valid Illinois certificate - Type 75 Administrative Endorsement.
• At least two years experience as an administrator or supervisor in public schools, the State Board of Education, education service regions, or in certain approved non-public schools.
• 2 - 4 yrs. previous experience in an educational setting, preferably in a teaching role. Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, etc.
• Establish and maintain effective and courteous working relationships with those contacted in the course of work (students, parents and staff).
• Ability to understand and follow basic oral and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate to students, parents and staff in an acceptable/courteous manner.

SKILLS REQUIRED

• Ability to create, analyze and interpret documents and correspondence.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all members of the school community.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in written form in a timely manner.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

• Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form using a variety of communication techniques and tools to ensure appropriate flow of information, collaborative efforts, and feedback.
• Ability to compose correspondence, reports, and/or other required written materials.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret information.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions, inquiries, and/or complaints.
• Displays courtesy, tact, and respect when dealing with others.

REASONING ABILITY

• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions and information furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Ability to identify and define problem(s), collect and analyze data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Maintains appropriate confidentiality.
• Promotes a harassment-free environment.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships; demonstrates a commitment to teamwork.
• Ability to learn and utilize office equipment, computers, and software especially as systems are upgraded.
• Ability to learn and upgrade job skills in order to meet the changing demands of the position.
• Excellent computer and keyboarding skills.
• Excellent grammatical, spelling, and punctuation skills.
• Ability to react well under pressure, handle and balance multiple demands at one time, work with frequent interruptions, and perform duties and tasks at expected levels of professionalism.
• Extensive knowledge of and ability to perform duties in compliance with all district, Board, state and federal laws, methods, requirements, policies, procedures, and activities pertinent to the duties of this position.
• Ability to use independent judgment and demonstrates initiative to act without being asked.
• Ability to prepare and maintain accurate files and records.
• Ability to meet strict deadlines.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand for extended periods of time, walk, operate office and computer equipment; and reach with hands and arms and will repeat actions with the same hand, arm or finger motion. In addition, the ability to withstand long-term use of computer monitors is required. The position requires meeting deadlines with severe time constraints, interacting with the public and staff, irregular or extended work hours. The employee is responsible for the safety, well-being, and work output of others.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Employee may experience constant interruptions and inflexible deadlines. Duties are performed primarily indoors and occasionally outdoors. In-district and out-of-town travel required as necessary for training and/or to carry out duties and responsibilities.

EVALUATION

Job performance is evaluated in accordance with district guidelines by the Superintendent.