Class Council (Fresh, Soph, Junior, Senior)

Illinois School District U-46; South Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 5,000 - 10,000; Part time

Job summary

Illinois School District U-46 is looking for a dedicated individual to lead the Class Council at South Elgin High School. This role involves managing student-centered activities, promoting involvement, and creating opportunities for student engagement.

The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication and organizational skills, manage finances for class events, and ensure a positive, supportive environment. A Bachelor's degree in Education or a High School Diploma with relevant experience is required.

Qualifications

• Effective communication with parents, students, and staff.
• Ability to maintain high expectations for student behavior.
• Demonstrated ability to motivate and engage students.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Class Council activities and events.
• Manage finances and administrative tasks for the organization.
• Create a positive learning environment.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Class Council (Fresh, Soph, Junior, Senior) JobID: 45864

• Position Type: Appendix F - Extra Duty/ Non-Coaching
• Date Posted: 6/16/2026
• Location: South Elgin High School
• Date Available: 08/27/2026
• Closing Date: 06/01/2027

Function/Position Summary

Tobuildandmaintainahigh-qualityclasscouncil,focusing onstudent-centeredactivities,building involvement, and providing opportunities for students.

Job Duties / Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively with parents, students, administrators, teacher colleagues, and community leaders.
• Maintain high expectations for student achievement and behavior and motivate students to work to their highest potential.
• Maintain equipment associated with the activity.
• Demonstrate prompt and regular attendance.
• Create an environment appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Cultivate a positive, harassment-free culture which motivates students through the use of effective communication and constructive feedback.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Apply and enforce student discipline in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and appropriate student handbook.
• Twice-Monthly Meetings
• Participation in all Homecoming and spirit week activities
• Coordination of 2 junior class-sponsored events (Prom+)
• Manage finances and administrative paperwork for the organization

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Education preferred
• Appropriate Professional Educator's License (PEL) preferred

-OR-

• High School Diploma required
• Related coursework and/or previous related experience required

Experience / Knowledge

• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form using a variety of communication techniques and tools to ensure the appropriate flow of information, collaborative efforts, and feedback, and to conduct conferences as needed with parents, students, administrators, or other teachers.
• Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions, inquiries, and/or complaints.
• Display courtesy, tact, and respect when dealing with others.
• Maintain appropriate confidentiality.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships; demonstrate a commitment to teamwork.
• Ability and willingness to learn and refresh job skills through professional development in order to meet the changing needs of this position.
• Ability to react well under pressure, handle and balance multiple demands at one time, work with frequent unscheduled interruptions, and perform duties and tasks at expected levels of professionalism.

Physical Demands

• Occasionally requires physical exertion to manually move, lift, or carry heavy materials or equipment.
• Must work in noisy and crowded environments.

Terms of Employment

• This is an Appendix F stipend position in accordance to the school year calendar.
• For Non-ETA Coaches: this position is for this year only.
• Terms of employment will be determined in collaboration with the athletic/activity director.