Secretary of Academics

Zion-Benton-Township-High-School-District-126; Zion (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Applitrack is seeking an administrative professional at Zion-Benton Township High School to support professional development, faculty evaluation, and grant-related activities. The role requires strong technical skills and experience in office administration.

The position reports to the Chief Academic Officer and operates on a 12-month schedule from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with a focus on confidentiality and professional communication with students, staff, parents, and the public.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; two years of office experience preferred.
• Strong tech skills with Microsoft and Google apps and email communication.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and administer professional development activities and staff evaluation.
• Assist with assessment and the teacher mentor program.
• Support grant applications and grant administration for teaching and learning.
• Communicate professionally with faculty, staff, students, parents, and the public.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Google apps

Email communication

Organization skills

Office administration

Education

High school diploma

Additional education desirable

Tools

Frontline software

Infinite Campus

IWAS

Job description

• Date Posted:
  10/2/2026
• Location:
  Zion-Benton Township High School
• Date Available:
  ASAP

School Year:

2026-2027

Reports To:

Chief Academic Officer

Term:

12 Month (7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.)

Qualifications:

Utilizes a high degree of technological proficiency, including Microsoft and Google applications (word processing, spreadsheets, and database management), internet-based assessment systems, state web applications (e.g., IWAS), Frontline software, Infinite Campus, and email communication. Demonstrates strong organizational skills in performing a variety of secretarial and administrative tasks. Assists with coordination and administration of professional development activities, certified staff evaluation, assessment, and the teacher mentor program. Supports various grant applications and grant administration related to teaching and learning. Communicates effectively and professionally with faculty, staff, students, parents, and the public. Maintains confidentiality and exercises sound judgment, discretion, and professionalism in handling sensitive information and responsibilities. Minimum of a high school diploma, technological skills, and two years of office experience required. Additional education is desirable. Prior experience with high school students is a plus.

NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT:

Zion-Benton Township High School District No. 126 is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to recruit and employ the most qualified personnel and provide equal opportunities for advancement, including promotion and training, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, disability, national origin, status as a disabled or military veteran, or on any other basis when prohibited by local, state, or federal law.