*Internal Only* School Improvement Team Leaders Yankee Ridge Multilingual

Yankee Ridge Multilingual School; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 1,800 - 2,200; Part time

Job summary

Yankee Ridge Multilingual School in Urbana, IL seeks School Improvement Team Leaders to collaborate with administrators, teachers and Central Office to advance ISBE-compliant improvement initiatives. Four stipend positions support PD, data analysis, and collaborative leadership for district equity goals.

Roles require strong data analysis, problem-solving, and the ability to guide staff through improvement strategies within a 2026-2027 school-year framework.

Qualifications

• Shows commitment to ongoing professional development and reflective practice.
• Strong data analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lead PD activities and build collaborative relationships.
• Experience in supporting colleagues and administrators with goal attainment.
• Current Urbana School District #116 employee status.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with building admin, teachers, and Central Office to ensure ISBE compliance for designated schools.
• Lead and facilitate professional development sessions aligned with the improvement plan.
• Develop, coordinate and implement school-based PD for student growth and instructional improvement.
• Analyze school performance data to identify trends and inform strategies.
• Assist in developing and monitoring the School Improvement Plan to address needs.

Skills

Professional development leadership

Data analysis

Collaborative leadership

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Current Urbana School District #116 Employee

Job description

**Internal Only** School Improvement Team Leaders Yankee Ridge Multilingual

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Job Details

Job ID: 5624019

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Apr 02, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

URBANA SCHOOL DISTRICT #116

TITLE: School Improvement TeamLeaders. 4 positions available

LOCATION: Yankee Ridge Multilingual

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: June 2026

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

• Patricia Valente , Principal
• Yankee Ridge Multilingual School
• Email: [e-mail]