Superintendent of Schools - Roselle School District 12

The Illinois Association of School Administrators; Roselle, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Roselle School District 12 is seeking a Superintendent of Schools to begin on July 1, 2027. The district serves ~700 K-8 students across two campuses with a 17:1 student-to-teacher ratio and a strong staff of 54 certified educators, supported by a $12M operating budget.

The successful candidate will lead a district with Exemplary designation on the 2025 state report card, advancing academics, equity, and community partnerships while guiding finances and long-range planning.

Qualifications

• Hold or be eligible for the Illinois Superintendent License.
• Knowledge of school finance, budgeting, and long-term financial planning.
• Demonstrate strong communication, collaboration, and community engagement skills.
• Doctorate preferred.
• Experience overseeing capital projects preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and direction for the district.
• Oversee district budgeting, finance, facilities, and capital projects.
• Foster strong community engagement and partnerships with feeder districts and high schools.
• Champion student achievement with a data-driven, equity-focused approach.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Community engagement

Budgeting

Capital projects oversight

Education

Illinois Superintendent License

Doctorate preferred

Job description

Superintendent of Schools - Roselle School District 12

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Duties

The Roselle School District 12 Board of Education announces the search for a superintendent of schools to begin on July 1, 2027.

District Highlights:

• Charming, Connected Community: Nestled in premier DuPage County just 15 miles west of Chicago, Roselle offers the warmth of a close-knit suburban community with immediate access to big-city culture and amenities.


• A Tradition of Academic Excellence: Lead a high-performing district where both schools earned the prestigious Exemplary designation on the 2025 state report card—a testament to our unwavering commitment to student success.


• Personalized, Student-Centered Learning: With intimate school settings serving ~700 K through 8th-grade students across two campuses, our 17:1 student-to-teacher ratio enables small class sizes, tailored instruction, and deep relational teaching.


• Exceptional Educator Talent: Drive innovation alongside an elite team of 54 certified educators—75% of whom hold a master’s degree—backed by an enviable adult-to-student ratio that ensures no child navigates their journey alone.


• Comprehensive & Forward-Thinking Curriculum: Deliver a rich foundational education across core subjects, the arts, and athletics, bolstered by dynamic 21st-century early literacy and math initiatives, robust intervention systems, and tailored acceleration.


• Inclusive & Vibrant Student Body: Celebrate a beautifully diverse learning environment where over 30 languages are spoken (led by English, Spanish, and Polish), fully supported by comprehensive special education, healthcare, counseling, and multilingual services.


• Strong Regional Partnerships: Guide students seamlessly into top-rated Lake Park High School District 108 through deeply collaborative relationships with high school leadership and fellow feeder districts.


• Rock-Solid Fiscal Health: Steer a financially robust district backed by a $12M operating budget, Tier 3 Evidence-Based Funding status, and an impressive ~$16,000 per-pupil annual investment.


• Deep Community Roots: Capitalize on strong local backing, active Rotary partnerships, and a strategic plan built squarely on authentic family and community engagement.

Qualifications

• Hold or be eligible for the Illinois Superintendent License


• Knowledge of school finance, budgeting, and long-term financial planning


• Demonstrate strong communication, collaboration, and community engagement skills


• Hold a doctorate, preferred


• Have experience overseeing capital projects, preferred

Salary/Benefits

The anticipated salary range is $180,000 to $210,000, depending on the candidate's qualifications and experience. A comprehensive benefits package will also be offered.