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WCUSD#1 Employment Opportunities for SY 2020-21

By Lashmett, Becky on February 18, 2020

COMMUNITY UNIT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 1

149 South Elm Street

Winchester, IL  62694

(217) 742-3175

NOTICE

Community Unit School District No. 1, Scott, Morgan and Greene Counties, is accepting applications for the following positions for the 2020-21 school year:

      District Curriculum Director (Job Description below)

Intermediate Special Education Teacher

Junior High Math Teacher

Head High School Volleyball Coach

     (West Central Cougars Co-Op)

Please submit a brief letter of interest and resume to:

Superintendent Kevin Blankenship 

Winchester CUSD #1

149 S. Elm Street  

Winchester, IL  62694

Or via e-mail to:  blashmett@winchesterschools.net

Deadline for applications: Open Until Filled

2/18/2020 

CUSD #1 is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from qualified persons with disabilities

WINCHESTER CUSD #1

Job Description

TITLE:                                 Director of Curriculum, Instruction, & Professional Development

REPORTS TO:                   Superintendent

QUALIFICATIONS:             Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL)

                                            Master’s Degree

PREFERRED:                     PEL Administrative endorsement

                                            Evaluator Certification

                                            Successful teaching and administrative experience 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  Essential accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

OBJECTIVE:  The Director of Curriculum will direct and supervise all functions related to the curricular, instructional, and professional development programming of the Winchester CUSD #1, which includes students in prekindergarten through grade twelve.  The Director initiates and manages programs in accordance with the school district’s strategic plan, school board policy and the guidelines of the State of Illinois and the federal government.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:   The ideal candidate will have successful experience in administrative and/or leadership positions and a demonstrated commitment to continuing education in the area of curriculum development and instructional leadership.  The candidate must:

• Understand and embrace the mission, vision, and strategic priorities of Winchester CUSD #1.
• Have the ability to effectively lead faculty and staff.
• Have the ability to successfully manage multiple projects and initiatives.
• Have experience training or providing professional development for school staff.
• Be self-driven, motivated, and organized.
• Work professionally and collaboratively with colleagues and professionals in all area districts
• Engage school, district, and community stakeholders.
• Initiate and model active and collaborative leadership across content areas and schools.
• Possess outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.

Approved by the CUSD #1 Board of Education February 11, 2020