*Internal Only* School Improvement Team Leaders - Leal

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

Job summary

A school district in Illinois is hiring School Improvement Team Leaders for Leal Elementary School. The role involves collaborative leadership, facilitating professional development, and analyzing school performance data to drive improvement. Candidates should have an Illinois Professional Educator License, strong data analysis skills, and a commitment to professional growth. This stipend position requires a one-year commitment for the 2026–2027 school year with an annual stipend of $2,000.

Qualifications

• Proven commitment to professional development and reflective practices.
• Ability to lead professional development activities while forming collaborative relationships.
• Experience in supporting colleagues in achieving goals.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the administrative team and teachers to ensure compliance with ISBE requirements.
• Lead professional development sessions aligned with improvement plans.
• Analyze performance data to develop actionable improvement strategies.

Skills

Data analysis

Problem-solving

Professional development facilitation

Collaborative leadership

Education

Valid Illinois Professional Educator License or Paraprofessional License

Job description

School Improvement Team Leaders - Leal

Urbana School District #116, Leal Elementary School - Urbana, Illinois (Open in Google Maps)

Job Details

Job ID: 5618403

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Mar 31, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

URBANA SCHOOL DISTRICT #116

TITLE: School Improvement Team Leaders

LOCATION: Leal Elementary School

SUPERVISOR: Building Principal and Director of Equity and School Improvement

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• 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 and Universal Team Leader (PBIS) are not eligible for 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: School Year 2026‑2027

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

• Craig Keer, Principal;
• Leal Elementary School
• Email: [e-mail]