*Internal Only* School Improvement Team Leaders

Young World Physical Education; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 2,000 - 3,000; Part time

Job summary

Urbana School District #116 in Urbana, Illinois is seeking School Improvement Team Leaders for Urbana Middle School. The role is a stipend position starting immediately for the 2026-2027 school year, focusing on collaboration, leadership and district improvement initiatives.

The role reports to the Building Principal and Director of Equity and School Improvement and requires a valid Illinois Professional Educator or Paraprofessional License with commitment to professional development and

Qualifications

• Commitment to professional development and reflective practices.
• Strong data analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lead professional development activities and form collaborative relationships.
• Experience in supporting colleagues and administrators with goal attainment.
• Current Urbana School District #116 employee.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the building admin team, teachers, and Central Office to satisfy ISBE requirements for designated schools.
• Lead and facilitate professional development sessions aligned with the school’s improvement plan and district curriculum.
• Develop, coordinate and implement school-based PD to support student growth and instruction.
• Analyze school performance data to identify trends and develop improvement strategies.
• Assist in developing and monitoring the School Improvement Plan to address needs.
• Attend all scheduled School Improvement Team and district meetings; 4–6 hours monthly.
• Serve as liaison between teachers, admins and Central Office to ensure clear communication.
• Provide guidance on ISBE requirements and deadlines; maintain confidentiality.

Skills

Professional development

Data analysis

Problem solving

Collaborative leadership

Goal attainment support

Education

Illinois Professional Educator License or Paraprofessional License

Job description

Internal Only School Improvement Team Leaders

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Job Details

Job ID: 5610727

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Mar 26, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

URBANA SCHOOL DISTRICT #116

TITLE: School Improvement TeamLeaders

LOCATION: Urbana Middle School

SUPERVISOR: Building Principal and Director of Equity and School Improvement

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Under the direction of the Principal and the Director of Equity and School Improvement, the School Improvement Team Member will:

• Collaborative Leadership:
  • Collaborate with the building administrative team, teachers, and Central Office personnel to ensure compliance with Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) requirements for designated schools.
  • Actively participate in fostering distributive leadership within the school, empowering colleagues to engage in shared decision-making.
• Professional Development:
  • Lead and facilitate professional development sessions aligned with the school’s improvement plan and district curriculum.
  • Develop, coordinate, and implement school-based professional development opportunities that support student growth and instructional improvement.
• Data Analysis and Planning:
  • Analyze school performance data to identify trends, measure student growth, and develop actionable strategies for improvement.
  • Assist in the development and monitoring of the School Improvement Plan to address areas of need and prioritize student success.
• Solutions-Oriented Mindset:
  • Approach challenges with a positive attitude and a commitment to finding practical, actionable solutions that support school improvement goals.
  • Foster a culture of innovation and openness to change among staff members.
• Communication and Support:
  • Serve as a liaison between teachers, administrators, and Central Office personnel to ensure clear and effective communication.
  • Act as a resource for staff regarding instructional practices supportive of school goals and curriculum and district improvement initiatives, maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.
  • Provide guidance to staff regarding ISBE or school improvement requirements and deadlines.
• Team Participation:
  • Attend all scheduled School Improvement Team and district school improvement meetings led by building or district administration. The expected amount of hours of meeting time or work completion per month will be 4-6.
  • Actively contribute to discussions, planning, and the execution of initiatives aimed at achieving school improvement goals.
• ISBE Compliance:
  • Ensure all school improvement initiatives and practices align with ISBE requirements and deadlines.*Designated Schools
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of school improvement expectations.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Proven commitment to professional development and reflective practices.
• Strong data analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lead professional development activities and form collaborative, professional relationships with colleagues.
• Experience in supporting colleagues and administrators with goal attainment
• Current Urbana School District #116 Employee

LICENSES/CREDENTIALS

• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License or Paraprofessional License

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

• This is a stipend position paid at the rate of $2,000 annually (Curriculum Implementation Teachers andUniversal Team Leader (PBIS) are not eligiblefor this stipend)
• Requires at least a one-year commitment for the 2026-2027 school year.
• Salary and Benefit information can be found on the Human Resources webpage .
• This is an exempt position.
• This is a stipend position within the collective bargaining unit and is not an administrative role. The stipend position does not interfere with other stipend responsibilities.

EVALUATION

Performance of this position will be evaluated in accordance with the Board’s policy on the evaluation of professional personnel.

START DATE: SY26-27

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

CREATED: January 2025

Position Type: Stipend

Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Middle Grades

Classroom Teacher > Early Childhood

Classroom Teacher > Elementary

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Melissa Kearns , Building Principal
• Urbana Middle School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]