Teacher - Logistics And Assessment Specialist

Position Type:
High School Teaching
Date Posted:
2/23/2024
Location:
WHS - Brookside Campus
Closing Date:
Until filled
District:
Waukegan Community Unit District 60 - website
Who We Are:
Waukegan Community Unit School District No. 60 serves nearly 17,000 students in preschool through grade 12 and is located halfway between Chicago, Illinois and Milwaukee, Wisconsin on the shores of Lake Michigan. Our District has one early learning center 15 elementary schools, five middle schools and a high school program divided between two 9 - 12th grade campuses. The District encompasses portions of Waukegan, Beach Park and Park City.
Why We Do This Work:
The Waukegan Community Unit School District No. 60 has set an ambitious agenda for change, guided by the belief that all children, regardless of circumstances, can achieve at high levels and academic gaps can and will be eliminated with the support of teachers who deliver engaging, relevant, and academically rigorous instruction that excites students and instills a love of learning in them.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Under the supervision of the Co-principals, and the Assessment and Building Logistics Chair, the Assessment Specialist will assist with all district, state, and national assessments at the high school.
Performance Responsibilities:

1. Assist in the organization and implementation of all assessments in line with federal, state, and local expectations/requirements;
2. Support the coordination of district, state and national testing opportunities in collaboration with school leaders across both campuses.
3. Collaborate with teachers, building administration, and Office of Teaching & Learning on implementing best practices, policies, and protocols related to assessments.
4. Maintain clear and concise communication with all school leaders
5. Ability to demonstrate the following core values: integrity, high expectations, commitment, respect, dedication to teamwork and passion for a student-centered environment
6. Performs other duties as assigned

Additional Qualifications:

1. Detailed knowledge and experience in the coordination of high school assessments
2. Must be able to successfully manage multiple tasks, projects and responsibilities
3. Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
4. Experience: Minimum Requirements: Three to five (3-5) years of successful secondary teaching experience
5. Education/Credentials Minimum Requirements: PEL with HS endorsement

Additional Information: This is a shared position across all WHS campuses
Application Deadline: Candidates must submit an online application by the closing date.
Only online applications will be considered for interviews.
Apply: www.wps60.org
Waukegan Community Unit School District 60 offers employment opportunities without
regard to age, gender, gender identity, race, color, national origin, religion, marital or military/veteran status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, parental status,
genetics, disability or other protected category.