Openings as of 8/26/2026
TITLE: Elementary/PK-8 Assistant Principal
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Master's Degree with Illinois Certificate and as a School Administrator.2. Three years of successful teaching, administrative or supervisory experience.3. State of Illinois certification to evaluate staff preferred.4. Skills, Knowledge, and abilities:a. Ability to exert strong leadership in the administration of early childhood, elementary and middle school and in the handling of a wide variety of student issues.b. Knowledge of sound early childhood, elementary and middle school educational programs.c. Thorough knowledge of counseling, guidance, and development of children, and the ability to translate into sound practice.d. Ability to make firm decisions in the areas of responsibility and to delegate the responsibility to members of the early childhood, elementary and middle school staffs.e. Ability to function effectively as a member of the school staff.f. Ability to communicate effectively. REPORTS TO: Principal
MAINTAINS LIAISON WITH:
1. All staff members of school2. Community Agencies3. Parent Groups JOB GOAL:To assist the principal in providing school wide leadership and to learn the role ofthe principal.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
The following are the essential fundamentals to include but not limited to the following jobduties:1. Assists the building principal in supervising conduct within the school.2. Assists the principal in the general administration of the schools and serves as the principalwhen the principal is absent.3. Assists in the preparation of scheduling classes.4. Assists in the preparation of student, teacher, and parent handbooks5. Serves with parent, faculty, and student groups as requested in promoting educational andrelated programs.6. Assists in supervision of extra-curricular activities.7. Trains and supervises non-certified supervisory personnel (i.e. lunch, noon, playground, bus).8. Develops registration packets and produces and supervises registration.9. Other duties and responsibilities as the principal may assign from time to time.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Salary is based upon the salary schedule established by the Board.200 Days per year.
SALARY RANGE: District Salary Schedule for Administrative Personnel
EVALUATION:
Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy onEvaluation of Professional Personnel.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
Physical Demands:
The employee deals mostly with people, objects, and equipment in the educational setting. The employee is regularly required to bend, stoop, twist, turn, reach, lift (occasionally up to 50 pounds), carry, pull, push, climb, and kneel; walking and standing approximately 50-75% of each day. Depth perception and field of vision are important. The employee must recognize differences in sound, such as voices/noises that are loud and playful instead of angry and combative and must be able to differentiate tones and volumes in conversation.
Mental Demands:
The employee must ensure that children are supervised at all times, and that children are involved in safe and appropriate activities. There may be a number of situations happening at once, and the employee must be prepared to handle accidents and emergencies at any time.
Work Environment:
The employee will be working in a busy and occasionally noisy environment. There may be a number of activities and situations happening at once, and the employee will have to supervise, or make sure students are supervised students at all times. The employee is required to drive their own vehicle to various locations throughout the District.The statements describe the general purposes and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required. Decatur Public Schools is an equal employment opportunity employer with an affirmative action plan. Administrator Handbook can be found HEREBenefits can be found HERESalary is attached above.
TITLE: Teaching and Learning StrategistPURPOSE: Support the Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning, PreK-12 Director of Teaching and Learning and Building Principal in instructional development/change management and school-level continuous improvement to drive academic achievement for all students.
EDUCATION REQUIRED:
LICENSURE:
•Valid standard teaching license (Type 03, Type 09, or Type 10) issued by the Illinois State Board of Education with appropriate grade level and content level endorsements
REPORTS TO:Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning and P-12 Director of Teaching and Learning.SUPERVISES:Curriculum & Instruction Coordinators
MAINTAINS LIAISON WITH:Central Administration
School Staff
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
(The following are the essential fundamentals to include but not limited to the following job duties.)Under direction and guidance of the Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning, PreK-12 Director of Teaching and Learning and/or Designee:
GRADE LEVEL: 10C
This is an Administrative Support position, 240 days per year.FSLA:Exempt
Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Board of Education policy on the evaluation of Administrative Support.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use repetitive hand motions, including prolonged use of a computer terminal. The employee is frequently required to sit, see, talk, and hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus with or without correction. Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.
MENTAL DEMANDS:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly is required to compare, analyze, communicate, coordinate, instruct, synthesize, evaluate, use interpersonal skills, compile, and negotiate. The employee frequently is required to compute. The employee occasionally is required to copy.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The job is performed under minimal temperature variations and a generally hazard free environment.Handbook: Administrator and Administrative Support Staff Compensation and BenefitsBenefit information can be found HERE.Decatur Public Schools is an equal employment opportunity employer with an affirmative action plan.
500.033 TITLE: Certified Secondary Teacher QUALIFICATIONS:
REPORTS TO: The Secondary Building Principal SUPERVISES:(Instructs and evaluates the school work of designated): Students Student Teachers Volunteers Assists the Principal with the evaluation of Teaching Assistants MAINTAINS LIAISON WITH: Parents. Communicates with parents as the teacher deems necessary, or when requested by parents or administrators. JOB GOAL: To help students learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible men and women. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:(In addition to those listed in 500.31, Certified Teacher, the following are the essential fundamentals to include but not limited to the following job duties.) 1. Teaching in compliance with curricular requirements of the State and of the Board of Education of District 61. 2. Remaining current on research, new developments and literature on education, especially elementary and/or the area of special assignment. 3. Compliance with Board Policies, Administrative Regulations, and Board-Employee Agreements at the school level. 4. Participation on an appointive, elective, or volunteer basis in the curriculum development process at the building and district levels, as is required to periodically review all curricular areas to keep them up-to-date. 5. Participation from time-to-time, in the development of District Policies and Administrative Regulations, on an appointive, elective, or volunteer basis. The major instructional function of the secondary classroom teacher includes:1. Instructional DeliveryThis includes an understanding and the ability to use the principles of learning (motivation, reinforcement, retention, transfer) and the ability to make sound judgments above the use of such instructional techniques as appropriate pacing, questioning, grouping, actively involving the students, and directly vs. indirectly instructing the students.2. Human SkillsThis includes the ability to stimulate students, bring enthusiasm to the learning process, and provide both a concern and care for the worth and dignity of the individual.3. Planning SkillsThis includes the ability to develop goals/objectives for content/skills based upon evaluation of student needs, aptitude, and learning styles. Provision for both individual and group learning experience is involve. 4. Evaluation of Students and Programs.This includes the ability to construct and use diagnostic, criterion reference and student achievement tests. Evaluation also encompasses the maintenance and interpretation of records for students, parents, administrators, and other teachers.5. Classroom ManagementThis includes controlling and structuring the learning environment so that students adhere to rules and providing opportunities for students to acquire that self-discipline necessary in school and adult life.6. Resource UtilizationThis includes the ability to use the resource materials available--including both the academic and human, within and outside of the confines of the educational plant. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Salary is based upon Schedules A & B, of the collective negotiated Agreement. EVALUATION:Each employee in contractual continuing service shall be evaluated at least once every two (2) years. Each employee not in continuing contractual service shall be evaluated once every year.
Physical Demands
Handle work which deals mostly with people, objects, equipment in a general setting; depth perception and field of vision are important. Employee regularly is required to bend, stoop, twist, turn, reach, lift (up to 50 pounds), carry, pull, push, climb, and kneel; walking and standing approximately 50-75% of each shift. Employee must recognize differences in sound, such as voices/noises that are loud and playful instead of angry and combative; ability to differentiate tones and volumes in conversation.
Mental Demands
The Teacher must ensure that children are supervised at all times, and that children are involved in safe and appropriate activities. There may be a number of situations happening at once, and the Teacher must be prepared to handle accidents and emergencies at any time.WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The Teacher will be working in a busy and occasionally noisy environment. There may be a number of activities and situations happening at once, and the Teacher will have to supervise all students at all times. Decatur Public Schools is an equal employment opportunity employer with an affirmative action plan. Approved 6/24/97This position falls under the Decatur Education Association (DEA) Contract - 2022-2026. The Salary Schedule is attached above. Benefit information can be found HERE.
TITLE: High School Counselor PURPOSE: To assist students in making educational, career, and/or life plans that holds promise for their personal fulfillment as productive citizens. QUALIFICATIONS:
REPORTS TO: The Principal or Designee MAINTAINS LIAISON WITH: Parents, Staff, Administration, and post-secondary institutions. Communicates on a regular basis or as requested by parents, staff, and/or administration. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:(The following are the essential fundamentals to include but not limited to the following job duties.)I. MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION OF STUDENTS SERVICES:
II. ASSISTANCE TO INSTRUCTIONAL STAFF:
III. STAFF AND PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:Wages, hours, terms, and conditions of employment pursuant to the collective bargaining agreement. EVALUATION: Each employee shall be evaluated according to the District's guidelines, policies, and procedures in accordance with the DEA contract. The physical demands, work environment factors, and mental functions described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to handle work which deals mostly with people, objects, and equipment in a general setting. The employee may be required to use repetitive hand motions, including prolonged use of a computer terminal. The employee is frequently required to sit, see, talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and kneel. The employee may be required to lift up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus with or without correction. The employee must recognize differences in sound, such as voices/noises that are loud and playful instead of angry and combative. The employee must have the ability to differentiate tones and volumes in conversation. The employee should hear in the normal audio range with or without correction. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. MENTAL FUNCTIONS: While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly is required to compare, analyze, communicate, coordinate, compile, instruct, synthesize, evaluate, use interpersonal skills, negotiate, and maintain emotional control under stress. The employee frequently is required to compute. The employee occasionally is required to copy. The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required. Decatur Public Schools is an equal employment opportunity employer with an affirmative action plan. This position falls under the Decatur Education Association (DEA) Contract - 2022-2026. The Salary Schedule is attached above. Benefit information can be found HERE.
500.031TITLE: Certified TeacherQUALIFICATIONS:
REPORTS TO: The PrincipalSUPERVISES:(Instructs, and Evaluates the work of):
MAINTAINS LIAISON WITH:Parents. Communicates with parents as the teacher deems necessary, or when requested by parents or administrators.JOB GOAL: To help students learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible men and women.PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:(The following are the essential fundamentals to includes but not limited to the follow jobduties:)
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:Salary is based on Schedules A and B of the collective negotiated Agreement.EVALUATION:Each employee in contractual continuing service shall be evaluated at least once every two (2) years. Each employee not in continuing contractual service shall be evaluated once every year.PHYSICAL DEMANDS:Handle work which deals mostly with people, objects, equipment in a general setting; depth perception and field of vision are important. Employee regularly is required to bend, stoop, twist, turn, reach, lift (up to 50 pounds), carry, pull, push, climb, and kneel; walking and standing approximately 50-75% of each shift. Employee must recognize differences in sound, such as voices/noises that are loud and playful instead of angry and combative; ability to differentiate tones and volumes in conversation.MENTAL DEMANDS:The Teacher must ensure that children are supervised at all times, and that children are involved in safe and appropriate activities. There may be a number of situations happening at once, and the Teacher must be prepared to handle accidents and emergencies at any time.WORK ENVIRONMENT:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The Teacher will be working in a busy and occasionally noisy environment. There may be a number of activities and situations happening at once, and the Teacher will have to supervise all students at all times.This position falls under the Decatur Education Association (DEA) Contract - 2022-2026.The Salary Schedule is attached above. Benefit information can be found HERE.Approved June 24, 1997
500.032 TITLE: Certificated Elementary Teacher
REPORTS TO:
The Elementary School Principal
SUPERVISES:
(Instructs and evaluates the school work of designated):StudentsStudent TeachersVolunteersAssists the Principal with the evaluation of Teaching Assistants
Parents. Communicates with parents as the teacher deems necessary, or when requested by parents or administrators. JOB GOAL:To help students learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible men and women.
(In addition to those listed in 500.01, Certified Teacher, the following are the essential fundamentals to include but not limited to the following job duties.)
The major instructional function of the elementary classroom teacher includes:
This includes an understanding and the ability to use the principles of learning (motivation, reinforcement, retention, transfer) and the ability to make sound judgments above the use of such instructional techniques as appropriate pacing, questioning, grouping, actively involving the students, and directly vs. indirectly instructing the students.
This includes the ability to stimulate students, bring enthusiasm to the learning process, and provide both a concern and care for the worth and dignity of the individual.
This includes the ability to develop goals/objectives for content/skills based upon evaluation of student needs, aptitude, and learning styles. Provision for both individual and group learning experience is involved
This includes the ability to construct and use diagnostic, criterion reference and student achievement tests. Evaluation also encompasses the maintenance and interpretation of records for students, parents, administrators, and other teachers.
This includes controlling and structuring the learning environment so that students adhere to rules and providing opportunities for students to acquire that self-discipline necessary in school and adult life.
Salary is based upon Schedules A & B, of the collective negotiated Agreement.
Each employee in contractual continuing service shall be evaluated at least once every two (2) years. Each employee not in continuing contractual service shall be evaluated once every year.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
MENTAL DEMANDS
The Elementary Teacher must ensure that children are supervised at all times, and that children are involved in safe and appropriate activities. There may be a number of situations happening at once, and the Elementary Teacher must be prepared to handle accidents and emergencies at any time.WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The Teacher will be working in a busy and occasionally noisy environment. There may be a number of activities and situations happening at once, and the Teacher will have to supervise all students at all times.This position falls under the Decatur Education Association (DEA) Contract - 2022-2026. The Salary Schedule is attached above. Benefit information can be found HERE.
500.033TITLE: Certified Secondary TeacherQUALIFICATIONS:
REPORTS TO: The Secondary Building PrincipalSUPERVISES:(Instructs and evaluates the school work of designated): Students Student Teachers Volunteers Assists the Principal with the evaluation of Teaching AssistantsMAINTAINS LIAISON WITH: Parents. Communicates with parents as the teacher deems necessary, or when requested by parents or administrators.JOB GOAL: To help students learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible men and women.PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:(In addition to those listed in 500.31, Certified Teacher, the following are the essential fundamentals to include but not limited to the following job duties.) 1. Teaching in compliance with curricular requirements of the State and of the Board of Education of District 61. 2. Remaining current on research, new developments and literature on education, especially elementary and/or the area of special assignment. 3. Compliance with Board Policies, Administrative Regulations, and Board-Employee Agreements at the school level. 4. Participation on an appointive, elective, or volunteer basis in the curriculum development process at the building and district levels, as is required to periodically review all curricular areas to keep them up-to-date. 5. Participation from time-to-time, in the development of District Policies and Administrative Regulations, on an appointive, elective, or volunteer basis. The major instructional function of the secondary classroom teacher includes:1. Instructional DeliveryThis includes an understanding and the ability to use the principles of learning (motivation, reinforcement, retention, transfer) and the ability to make sound judgments above the use of such instructional techniques as appropriate pacing, questioning, grouping, actively involving the students, and directly vs. indirectly instructing the students.2. Human SkillsThis includes the ability to stimulate students, bring enthusiasm to the learning process, and provide both a concern and care for the worth and dignity of the individual.3. Planning SkillsThis includes the ability to develop goals/objectives for content/skills based upon evaluation of student needs, aptitude, and learning styles. Provision for both individual and group learning experience is involve. 4. Evaluation of Students and Programs.This includes the ability to construct and use diagnostic, criterion reference and student achievement tests. Evaluation also encompasses the maintenance andinterpretation of records for students, parents, administrators, and other teachers.5. Classroom ManagementThis includes controlling and structuring the learning environment so that students adhere to rules and providing opportunities for students to acquire that self-discipline necessary in school and adult life.6. Resource UtilizationThis includes the ability to use the resource materials available--including both the academic and human, within and outside of the confines of the educational plant.TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Salary is based upon Schedules A & B, of the collective negotiated Agreement.EVALUATION:Each employee in contractual continuing service shall be evaluated at least once every two (2) years. Each employee not in continuing contractual service shall be evaluated once every year.Physical DemandsHandle work which deals mostly with people, objects, equipment in a general setting; depth perception and field of vision are important. Employee regularly is required to bend, stoop, twist, turn, reach, lift (up to 50 pounds), carry, pull, push, climb, and kneel; walking and standing approximately 50-75% of each shift. Employee must recognize differences in sound, such as voices/noises that are loud and playful instead of angry and combative; ability to differentiate tones and volumes in conversation.
The Teacher must ensure that children are supervised at all times, and that children are involved in safe and appropriate activities. There may be a number of situations happening at once, and the Teacher must be prepared to handle accidents and emergencies at any time.WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The Teacher will be working in a busy and occasionally noisy environment. There may be a number of activities and situations happening at once, and the Teacher will have to supervise all students at all times.Decatur Public Schools is an equal employment opportunity employer with an affirmative action plan.This position falls under the Decatur Education Association (DEA) Contract - 2022-2026.The Salary Schedule is attached above. Benefit information can be found HERE.Approved 6/24/97
500.032TITLE: Certificated Elementary Teacher
Parents. Communicates with parents as the teacher deems necessary, or when requested by parents or administrators.JOB GOAL:To help students learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible men and women.
The Elementary Teacher must ensure that children are supervised at all times, and that children are involved in safe and appropriate activities. There may be a number of situations happening at once, and the Elementary Teacher must be prepared to handle accidents and emergencies at any time.WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The Teacher will be working in a busy and occasionally noisy environment. There may be a number of activities and situations happening at once, and the Teacher will have to supervise all students at all times.This position falls under the Decatur Education Association (DEA) Contract - 2022-2026.The Salary Schedule is attached above. Benefit information can be found HERE.
500.031TITLE: Certified Teacher
REPORTS TO: The Principal
(Instructs, and Evaluates the work of):
Parents. Communicates with parents as the teacher deems necessary, or when requested by parents or administrators.
JOB GOAL: To help students learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible men and women.
(The following are the essential fundamentals to includes but not limited to the follow job
duties:)
Salary is based on Schedules A and B of the collective negotiated Agreement.
The Teacher must ensure that children are supervised at all times, and that children are involved in safe and appropriate activities. There may be a number of situations happening at once, and the Teacher must be prepared to handle accidents and emergencies at any time.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The Teacher will be working in a busy and occasionally noisy environment. There may be a number of activities and situations happening at once, and the Teacher will have to supervise all students at all times.
Approved June 24, 1997
REPORTS TO: The Secondary Building Principal SUPERVISES:(Instructs and evaluates the school work of designated): Students Student Teachers Volunteers Assists the Principal with the evaluation of Teaching Assistants MAINTAINS LIAISON WITH: Parents. Communicates with parents as the teacher deems necessary, or when requested by parents or administrators. JOB GOAL: To help students learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible men and women. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:(In addition to those listed in 500.31, Certified Teacher, the following are the essential fundamentals to include but not limited to the following job duties.) 1. Teaching in compliance with curricular requirements of the State and of the Board of Education of District 61. 2. Remaining current on research, new developments and literature on education, especially elementary and/or the area of special assignment. 3. Compliance with Board Policies, Administrative Regulations, and Board-Employee Agreements at the school level. 4. Participation on an appointive, elective, or volunteer basis in the curriculum development process at the building and district levels, as is required to periodically review all curricular areas to keep them up-to-date. 5. Participation from time-to-time, in the development of District Policies and Administrative Regulations, on an appointive, elective, or volunteer basis. The major instructional function of the secondary classroom teacher includes:1. Instructional DeliveryThis includes an understanding and the ability to use the principles of learning (motivation, reinforcement, retention, transfer) and the ability to make sound judgments above the use of such instructional techniques as appropriate pacing,questioning, grouping, actively involving the students, and directly vs. indirectly instructing the students.2. Human SkillsThis includes the ability to stimulate students, bring enthusiasm to the learning process, and provide both a concern and care for the worth and dignity of the individual.3. Planning SkillsThis includes the ability to develop goals/objectives for content/skills based upon evaluation of student needs, aptitude, and learning styles. Provision for both individual and group learning experience is involve. 4. Evaluation of Students and Programs.This includes the ability to construct and use diagnostic, criterion reference and student achievement tests. Evaluation also encompasses the maintenance andinterpretation of records for students, parents, administrators, and other teachers.5. Classroom ManagementThis includes controlling and structuring the learning environment so that students adhere to rules and providing opportunities for students to acquire that self-discipline necessary in school and adult life.6. Resource UtilizationThis includes the ability to use the resource materials available--including both the academic and human, within and outside of the confines of the educational plant. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Salary is based upon Schedules A & B, of the collective negotiated Agreement. EVALUATION:Each employee in contractual continuing service shall be evaluated at least once every two (2) years. Each employee not in continuing contractual service shall be evaluated once every year.
The Teacher must ensure that children are supervised at all times, and that children are involved in safe and appropriate activities. There may be a number of situations happening at once, and the Teacher must be prepared to handle accidents and emergencies at any time.WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The Teacher will be working in a busy and occasionally noisy environment. There may be a number of activities and situations happening at once, and the Teacher will have to supervise all students at all times. Decatur Public Schools is an equal employment opportunity employer with an affirmative action plan. Approved 6/24/97This position falls under the Decatur Education Association (DEA) Contract - 2022-2026.The Salary Schedule is attached above. Benefit information can be found HERE.
REPORTS TO: The Secondary Building Principal SUPERVISES:(Instructs and evaluates the school work of designated): Students Student Teachers Volunteers Assists the Principal with the evaluation of Teaching Assistants MAINTAINS LIAISON WITH: Parents. Communicates with parents as the teacher deems necessary, or when requested by parents or administrators. JOB GOAL: To help students learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible men and women. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:(In addition to those listed in 500.31, Certified Teacher, the following are the essential fundamentals to include but not limited to the following job duties.) 1. Teaching in compliance with curricular requirements of the State and of the Board of Education of District 61. 2. Remaining current on research, new developments and literature on education, especially elementary and/or the area of special assignment. 3. Compliance with Board Policies, Administrative Regulations, and Board-Employee Agreements at the school level. 4. Participation on an appointive, elective, or volunteer basis in the curriculum development process at the building and district levels, as is required to periodically review all curricular areas to keep them up-to-date. 5. Participation from time-to-time, in the development of District Policies and Administrative Regulations, on an appointive, elective, or volunteer basis. The major instructional function of the secondary classroom teacher includes:1. Instructional DeliveryThis includes an understanding and the ability to use the principles of learning (motivation, reinforcement, retention, transfer) and the ability to make sound judgments above the use of such instructional techniques as appropriate pacing, questioning, grouping, actively involving the students, and directly vs. indirectly instructing the students.2. Human SkillsThis includes the ability to stimulate students, bring enthusiasm to the learning process, and provide both a concern and care for the worth and dignity of the individual.3. Planning SkillsThis includes the ability to develop goals/objectives for content/skills based upon evaluation of student needs, aptitude, and learning styles. Provision for both individual and group learning experience is involve. 4. Evaluation of Students and Programs.This includes the ability to construct and use diagnostic, criterion reference and student achievement tests. Evaluation also encompasses the maintenance andinterpretation of records for students, parents, administrators, and other teachers.5. Classroom ManagementThis includes controlling and structuring the learning environment so that students adhere to rules and providing opportunities for students to acquire that self-discipline necessary in school and adult life.6. Resource UtilizationThis includes the ability to use the resource materials available--including both the academic and human, within and outside of the confines of the educational plant. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Salary is based upon Schedules A & B, of the collective negotiated Agreement. EVALUATION:Each employee in contractual continuing service shall be evaluated at least once every two (2) years. Each employee not in continuing contractual service shall be evaluated once every year.
500.031 TITLE: Certified Teacher QUALIFICATIONS:
REPORTS TO: The Principal SUPERVISES:(Instructs, and Evaluates the work of):
MAINTAINS LIAISON WITH:Parents. Communicates with parents as the teacher deems necessary, or when requested by parents or administrators. JOB GOAL: To help students learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible men and women. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:(The following are the essential fundamentals to includes but not limited to the follow jobduties:)
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Salary is based on Schedules A and B of the collective negotiated Agreement. EVALUATION: Each employee in contractual continuing service shall be evaluated at least once every two (2) years. Each employee not in continuing contractual service shall be evaluated once every year. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Handle work which deals mostly with people, objects, equipment in a general setting; depth perception and field of vision are important. Employee regularly is required to bend, stoop, twist, turn, reach, lift (up to 50 pounds), carry, pull, push, climb, and kneel; walking and standing approximately 50-75% of each shift. Employee must recognize differences in sound, such as voices/noises that are loud and playful instead of angry and combative; ability to differentiate tones and volumes in conversation. MENTAL DEMANDS: The Teacher must ensure that children are supervised at all times, and that children are involved in safe and appropriate activities. There may be a number of situations happening at once, and the Teacher must be prepared to handle accidents and emergencies at any time. WORK ENVIRONMENT:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The Teacher will be working in a busy and occasionally noisy environment. There may be a number of activities and situations happening at once, and the Teacher will have to supervise all students at all times. Approved June 24, 1997 This position falls under the Decatur Education Association (DEA) Contract - 2022-2026.The Salary Schedule is attached. Benefit information can be found HERE.
REPORTS TO: The Secondary Building PrincipalSUPERVISES:(Instructs and evaluates the school work of designated): Students Student Teachers Volunteers Assists the Principal with the evaluation of Teaching AssistantsMAINTAINS LIAISON WITH: Parents. Communicates with parents as the teacher deems necessary, or when requested by parents or administrators.JOB GOAL: To help students learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible men and women.PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:(In addition to those listed in 500.31, Certified Teacher, the following are the essential fundamentals to include but not limited to the following job duties.) 1. Teaching in compliance with curricular requirements of the State and of the Board of Education of District 61. 2. Remaining current on research, new developments and literature on education, especially elementary and/or the area of special assignment. 3. Compliance with Board Policies, Administrative Regulations, and Board-Employee Agreements at the school level. 4. Participation on an appointive, elective, or volunteer basis in the curriculum development process at the building and district levels, as is required to periodically review all curricular areas to keep them up-to-date. 5. Participation from time-to-time, in the development of District Policies and Administrative Regulations, on an appointive, elective, or volunteer basis.The major instructional function of the secondary classroom teacher includes:1. Instructional DeliveryThis includes an understanding and the ability to use the principles of learning(motivation, reinforcement, retention, transfer) and the ability to make sound judgments above the use of such instructional techniques as appropriate pacing, questioning, grouping, actively involving the students, and directly vs. indirectly instructing the students.2. Human SkillsThis includes the ability to stimulate students, bring enthusiasm to the learning process, and provide both a concern and care for the worth and dignity of the individual.3. Planning SkillsThis includes the ability to develop goals/objectives for content/skills based upon evaluation of student needs, aptitude, and learning styles. Provision for both individual and group learning experience is involve. 4. Evaluation of Students and Programs.This includes the ability to construct and use diagnostic, criterion reference and student achievement tests. Evaluation also encompasses the maintenance and interpretation of records for students, parents, administrators, and other teachers.5. Classroom ManagementThis includes controlling and structuring the learning environment so that students adhere to rules and providing opportunities for students to acquire that self-discipline necessary in school and adult life.6. Resource UtilizationThis includes the ability to use the resource materials available--including both the academic and human, within and outside of the confines of the educational plant.TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Salary is based upon Schedules A & B, of the collective negotiated Agreement.EVALUATION:Each employee in contractual continuing service shall be evaluated at least once every two (2) years. Each employee not in continuing contractual service shall be evaluated once every year.Physical DemandsHandle work which deals mostly with people, objects, equipment in a general setting; depth perception and field of vision are important. Employee regularly is required to bend, stoop, twist, turn, reach, lift (up to 50 pounds), carry, pull, push, climb, and kneel; walking and standing approximately 50-75% of each shift. Employee must recognize differences in sound, such as voices/noises that are loud and playful instead of angry and combative; ability to differentiate tones and volumes in conversation.
The Teacher must ensure that children are supervised at all times, and that children are involved in safe and appropriate activities. There may be a number of situations happening at once, and the Teacher must be prepared to handle accidents and emergencies at any time.WORK ENVIRONMENT:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The Teacher will be working in a busy and occasionally noisy environment. There may be a number of activities and situations happening at once, and the Teacher will have to supervise all students at all times.This position falls under the Decatur Education Association (DEA) Contract - 2022-2026.The Salary Schedule is attached above. Benefit information can be found HERE. Decatur Public Schools is an equal employment opportunity employer with an affirmative action plan.Approved 6/24/97
TITLE: High School Counselor
PURPOSE: To assist students in making educational, career, and/or life plans that holds promise for their personal fulfillment as productive citizens.
REPORTS TO: The Principal or Designee
MAINTAINS LIAISON WITH: Parents, Staff, Administration, and post-secondary institutions. Communicates on a regular basis or as requested by parents, staff, and/or administration.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
(The following are the essential fundamentals to include but not limited to the following job duties.)
I. MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION OF STUDENTS SERVICES:
Provide counseling for students struggling with attendance, discipline, and/or academics.
Uses grammatically correct English in verbal and written communications.
Follows building and district rules, procedures, and policies.
Wages, hours, terms, and conditions of employment pursuant to the collective bargaining agreement.
Each employee shall be evaluated according to the District's guidelines, policies, and procedures in accordance with the DEA contract. The physical demands, work environment factors, and mental functions described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to handle work which deals mostly with people, objects, and equipment in a general setting. The employee may be required to use repetitive hand motions, including prolonged use of a computer terminal. The employee is frequently required to sit, see, talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and kneel. The employee may be required to lift up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus with or without correction. The employee must recognize differences in sound, such as voices/noises that are loud and playful instead of angry and combative. The employee must have the ability to differentiate tones and volumes in conversation. The employee should hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
MENTAL FUNCTIONS:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly is required to compare, analyze, communicate, coordinate, compile, instruct, synthesize, evaluate, use interpersonal skills, negotiate, and maintain emotional control under stress. The employee frequently is required to compute. The employee occasionally is required to copy.
The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required.
Decatur Public Schools is an equal employment opportunity employer with an affirmative action plan
BOE APPROVAL 11/15/2022
REPORTS TO: The Secondary Building PrincipalSUPERVISES:(Instructs and evaluates the school work of designated): Students Student Teachers Volunteers Assists the Principal with the evaluation of Teaching AssistantsMAINTAINS LIAISON WITH: Parents. Communicates with parents as the teacher deems necessary, or when requested by parents or administrators.JOB GOAL: To help students learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible men and women.PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:(In addition to those listed in 500.31, Certified Teacher, the following are the essential fundamentals to include but not limited to the following job duties.) 1. Teaching in compliance with curricular requirements of the State and of the Board of Education of District 61. 2. Remaining current on research, new developments and literature on education, especially elementary and/or the area of special assignment. 3. Compliance with Board Policies, Administrative Regulations, and Board-Employee Agreements at the school level. 4. Participation on an appointive, elective, or volunteer basis in the curriculum development process at the building and district levels, as is required to periodically review all curricular areas to keep them up-to-date. 5. Participation from time-to-time, in the development of District Policies and Administrative Regulations, on an appointive, elective, or volunteer basis. The major instructional function of the secondary classroom teacher includes:1. Instructional DeliveryThis includes an understanding and the ability to use the principles of learning (motivation, reinforcement, retention, transfer) and the ability to make sound judgments above the use of such instructional techniques as appropriate pacing, questioning, grouping, actively involving the students, and directly vs. indirectly instructing the students.2. Human SkillsThis includes the ability to stimulate students, bring enthusiasm to the learning process, and provide both a concern and care for the worth and dignity of the individual.3. Planning SkillsThis includes the ability to develop goals/objectives for content/skills based upon evaluation of student needs, aptitude, and learning styles. Provision for both individual and group learning experience is involve. 4. Evaluation of Students and Programs.This includes the ability to construct and use diagnostic, criterion reference and student achievement tests. Evaluation also encompasses the maintenance andinterpretation of records for students, parents, administrators, and other teachers.5. Classroom ManagementThis includes controlling and structuring the learning environment so that students adhere to rules and providing opportunities for students to acquire that self-discipline necessary in school and adult life.6. Resource UtilizationThis includes the ability to use the resource materials available--including both the academic and human, within and outside of the confines of the educational plant.TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Salary is based upon Schedules A & B, of the collective negotiated Agreement.EVALUATION:Each employee in contractual continuing service shall be evaluated at least once every two (2) years. Each employee not in continuing contractual service shall be evaluated once every year.
REPORTS TO: The Secondary Building PrincipalSUPERVISES:(Instructs and evaluates the school work of designated): Students Student Teachers Volunteers Assists the Principal with the evaluation of Teaching AssistantsMAINTAINS LIAISON WITH: Parents. Communicates with parents as the teacher deems necessary, or when requested by parents or administrators.JOB GOAL: To help students learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible men and women.PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:(In addition to those listed in 500.31, Certified Teacher, the following are the essential fundamentals to include but not limited to the following job duties.) 1. Teaching in compliance with curricular requirements of the State and of the Board of Education of District 61. 2. Remaining current on research, new developments and literature on education, especially elementary and/or the area of special assignment. 3. Compliance with Board Policies, Administrative Regulations, and Board-Employee Agreements at the school level. 4. Participation on an appointive, elective, or volunteer basis in the curriculum development process at the building and district levels, as is required to periodically review all curricular areas to keep them up-to-date. 5. Participation from time-to-time, in the development of District Policies and Administrative Regulations, on an appointive, elective, or volunteer basis.The major instructional function of the secondary classroom teacher includes:1. Instructional DeliveryThis includes an understanding and the ability to use the principles of learning (motivation, reinforcement, retention, transfer) and the ability to make sound judgments above the use of such instructional techniques as appropriate pacing, questioning, grouping, actively involving the students, and directly vs. indirectly instructing the students.2. Human SkillsThis includes the ability to stimulate students, bring enthusiasm to the learning process, and provide both a concern and care for the worth and dignity of the individual.3. Planning SkillsThis includes the ability to develop goals/objectives for content/skills based upon evaluation of student needs, aptitude, and learning styles. Provision for both individual and group learning experience is involve. 4. Evaluation of Students and Programs.This includes the ability to construct and use diagnostic, criterion reference and student achievement tests. Evaluation also encompasses the maintenance andinterpretation of records for students, parents, administrators, and other teachers.5. Classroom ManagementThis includes controlling and structuring the learning environment so that students adhere to rules and providing opportunities for students to acquire that self-discipline necessary in school and adult life.6. Resource UtilizationThis includes the ability to use the resource materials available--including both the academic and human, within and outside of the confines of the educational plant.TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Salary is based upon Schedules A & B, of the collective negotiated Agreement.EVALUATION:Each employee in contractual continuing service shall be evaluated at least once every two (2) years. Each employee not in continuing contractual service shall be evaluated once every year.Physical DemandsHandle work which deals mostly with people, objects, equipment in a general setting; depth perception and field of vision are important. Employee regularly is required to bend, stoop, twist, turn, reach, lift (up to 50 pounds), carry, pull, push, climb, and kneel; walking and standing approximately 50-75% of each shift. Employee must recognize differences in sound, such as voices/noises that are loud and playful instead of angry and combative; ability to differentiate tones and volumes in conversation.
REPORTS TO: The Secondary Building PrincipalSUPERVISES:(Instructs and evaluates the school work of designated): Students Student Teachers Volunteers Assists the Principal with the evaluation of Teaching AssistantsMAINTAINS LIAISON WITH: Parents. Communicates with parents as the teacher deems necessary, or when requested by parents or administrators.JOB GOAL: To help students learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible men and women.PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:(In addition to those listed in 500.31, Certified Teacher, the following are the essential fundamentals to include but not limited to the following job duties.) 1. Teaching in compliance with curricular requirements of the State and of the Board of Education of District 61. 2. Remaining current on research, new developments and literature on education, especially elementary and/or the area of special assignment. 3. Compliance with Board Policies, Administrative Regulations, and Board-Employee Agreements at the school level. 4. Participation on an appointive, elective, or volunteer basis in the curriculum development process at the building and district levels, as is required to periodically review all curricular areas to keep them up-to-date. 5. Participation from time-to-time, in the development of District Policies and Administrative Regulations, on an appointive, elective, or volunteer basis.The major instructional function of the secondary classroom teacher includes:1. Instructional DeliveryThis includes an understanding and the ability to use the principles of learning (motivation, reinforcement, retention, transfer) and the ability to make sound judgments above the use of such instructional techniques as appropriate pacing, questioning, grouping, actively involving the students, and directly vs. indirectly instructing the students.2. Human SkillsThis includes the ability to stimulate students, bring enthusiasm to the learning process, and provide both a concern and care for the worth and dignity of the individual.3. Planning SkillsThis includes the ability to develop goals/objectives for content/skills based upon evaluation of student needs, aptitude, and learning styles. Provision for both individual and group learning experience is involve. 4. Evaluation of Students and Programs.This includes the ability to construct and use diagnostic, criterion reference and student achievement tests. Evaluation also encompasses the maintenance and interpretation of records for students, parents, administrators, and other teachers.5. Classroom ManagementThis includes controlling and structuring the learning environment so that students adhere to rules and providing opportunities for students to acquire that self-discipline necessary in school and adult life.6. Resource UtilizationThis includes the ability to use the resource materials available--including both the academic and human, within and outside of the confines of the educational plant.TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Salary is based upon Schedules A & B, of the collective negotiated Agreement.EVALUATION:Each employee in contractual continuing service shall be evaluated at least once every two (2) years. Each employee not in continuing contractual service shall be evaluated once every year
The Teacher must ensure that children are supervised at all times, and that children are involved in safe and appropriate activities. There may be a number of situations happening at once, and the Teacher must be prepared to handle accidents and emergencies at any time.WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The Teacher will be working in a busy and occasionally noisy environment. There may be a number of activities and situations happening at once, and the Teacher will have to supervise all students at all times.Decatur Public Schools is an equal employment opportunity employer with an affirmative action plan.Approved 6/24/97This position falls under the Decatur Education Association (DEA) Contract - 2022-2026.The Salary Schedule is attached above. Benefit information can be found HERE.
TITLE: Certified Secondary TeacherQUALIFICATIONS:
The Teacher must ensure that children are supervised at all times, and that children are involved in safe and appropriate activities. There may be a number of situations happening at once, and the Teacher must be prepared to handle accidents and emergencies at any time.WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The Teacher will be working in a busy and occasionally noisy environment. There may be a number of activities and situations happening at once, and the Teacher will have to supervise all students at all times.Decatur Public Schools is an equal employment opportunity employer with an affirmative action plan.Approved 6/24/97This position falls under the Decatur Education Association (DEA) Contract - 2022-2026.The Salary Schedule is attached above. Benefit information can be found HERE
TITLE:English as Second Language Teacher
EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
The qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
REPORTS TO: The Building Principal
Job Goal:
The ESL Teacher has knowledge about teaching in a school bilingual/ESL program; is knowledgeable about data and reports required; exhibits superior organizational and communication skills; is compassionate; can provide effective collaborative and open-minded leadership;and is knowledgeable about recent research in pedagogy in the field of second language acquisition and ELL /bilingual education for the purpose/s of developing the students' ability to effectively perform courses of study in the English language.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
(The following are the essential functions and include but are not limited to the following job duties.)
Salary is based upon the Collective Bargaining Agreement for teachers.
Caring for children can be stressful. The Preschool Teacher must ensure that children are supervised at all times, and that children are involved in safe and appropriate activities. There may be a number of situations happening at once, and the Preschool Teacher must be prepared to handle accidents and emergencies at any time.WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The Teacher will be working in a busy and occasionally noisy environment. There may be a number of activities and situations happening at once, and the Teacher will have to supervise all students at all times.This position falls under the Decatur Education Association (DEA) Contract - 2022-2026.The Salary Schedule is attached above. Benefit information can be found HERE.
TITLE: Montessori Teacher Job Description
Qualifications
The Garfield Montessori School teacher understands and promotes the school's mission, vision, objectives, and policies both within and outside the immediate school community. The teacher is responsible for providing a Montessori classroom/instructional program that supports the individual needs of the children in accordance with the school's mission and vision.
Performance Responsibilities
Planning, Preparation and Instruction
The teacher creates instruction that supports the development of the cognitive, emotional, social, physical and spiritual growth of the child.1. The teacher uses the School Curriculum, Montessori Albums, and current research based instructional practices to develop interdisciplinary units of instruction that meet both the group and individual needs of students.2. The teacher is responsible for maintaining an on-going dialogue with specialty teachers and coordinating curriculum integration and implementation with these teachers.3. The teacher works with students of various abilities assigned to the classroom, including those with learning differences as diagnosed. The teacher may be required to participate in meetings, training, and planning cooperatives to fully meet each child's needs.4. The teacher uses various assessment tools/strategies such as observations, children's work samples, continuums of development, portfolios, etc. to help make instructional decisions for individual students.
Classroom Environment/Management
The teacher is responsible for preparing an environment that meets the sensitive period/plane of development of the children he/she works with.1. The teacher is responsible for preparing an environment in which the furnishings and materials are complete and correspond to the needs of the group; for maintaining a clear, orderly, and attractive Montessori environment, including the care and maintenance of classroom materials and equipment; for communicating needs for the classroom in accordance with school policy, i.e., maintaining inventory of classroom materials and any additional materials needed.2. The teacher creates an environment that demonstrates rapport with, respect and kindness for, all students as well as between students. The teacher models and teaches conflict resolution and problem solving strategies in the classroom.3. The teacher should promptly report discipline concerns beyond typical classroom strategies to the principal. A meeting with parents (and principal, if necessary) should be arranged.4. The teacher is responsible for the safety of the children left in his/her charge until dismissed to a responsible adult. No child should ever be left unsupervised either inside or outside the classroom, except when directed by the teacher.5. The teacher ensures that the physical environment adheres to all health and safety regulations as required by the State of Illinois. The classroom program shall also meet accreditation and licensing standards set forth by American Montessori Society, Middle States Association, and the National Association for the Education of Young Children.
Communication
The teacher is responsible for communication that supports an understanding of the school's program, develops positive relationships within the school community, and protects the privacy and confidentiality of each student and family in the school community.1. The teacher establishes a positive relationship with parents of the students and maintains regular communication with parents with regard to their child's specific needs. The teacher provides for parent conferences, meetings and communication throughout the school year in accordance with school policy. The teacher responds to parent concerns in a timely manner.2. The teacher communicates to parents and others in the school community about the classroom and curriculum. The teacher is responsible for a classroom newsletter that goes home to families during the first week of the month. The teacher develops and participates in parent programs that help develop an understanding of the Montessori Curriculum.3. The teacher completes required Progress Reports in accordance with school policy.4. The teacher assists in the development of and participates in school functions, including but not limited to Open Houses, Transition Nights, Curriculum Nights, Parent Orientations, etc in accordance with the negotiated agreement.
Professional Responsibility
The teacher is involved in ongoing self-assessment and refinement of practice in the classroom as well as collaborative professional growth.1. The teacher participates in a regular evaluation process including classroom observations, feedback conferences, and an annual self-evaluation toward goals set by the teacher and/or in conjunction with the Principal.2. The teacher maintains his/her teaching skills and participates in professional development activities (both within the school community and attendance at conferences, workshops, etc.). The teacher is a member of professional organizations including but not limited to the American Montessori Society and is aware of major areas of research in teaching and resources for professional learning.3. The teacher participates in collegial activities designed to make the entire school a productive learning environment, for example, age level meetings, curriculum discussion groups, working committees, mentoring, etc. It is expected that teachers attend all scheduled meetings and professional days as appropriate to their level. The teacher participates and shares information from professional development activities with colleagues to benefit the learning community.
Related Duties
1. The teacher conducts new student interviews and hosts prospective student applicants in the classroom as requested.2. The teacher completes and maintains all records, reports, evaluations, and inventories of student records and tests in a timely manner as may be required by the school.3. The teacher who works with assistants is responsible for the training and supervision of the assistant. The teacher is responsible for providing input into the evaluations of assistants in accordance with school policy.4. The teacher may be asked to participate in the interview process and orientation of new staff members.
Each employee shall be evaluated in accordance with the Illinois School Code and the adopted District Evaluation instrument.
The Montessori Teacher must ensure that children are supervised at all times, and that children are involved in safe and appropriate activities. There may be a number of situations happening at once, and the Preschool Teacher must be prepared to handle accidents and emergencies at any time.WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The Teacher will be working in a busy and occasionally noisy environment. There may be a number of activities and situations happening at once, and the Teacher will have to supervise all students at all times.This position falls under the Decatur Education Association (DEA) Contract - 2022-2026.The Salary Schedule is attached above. Benefit information can be found HERE.
PAY IS $18.00 PER HOUR
TITLE: Substitute CustodianPURPOSE: The Substitute Custodian is primarily responsible for maintaining an attractive, sanitary, safe facility for students, staff, and the public; providing equipment and furniture arrangements for meetings, classroom activities, and events; and minimizing property damage, loss, and liability exposure to the school district.QUALIFICATIONS/KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:
EXPERIENCE: Entry Level PositionREPORTS To:Building PrincipalSupervisor of CustodiansCustodial ForemanHead CustodianCONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:Fingerprinting and job-related background check requiredThe substitute custodian position is not covered under any collective bargaining agreement The substitute custodian position is not a full-time, permanent employee of the District. Rather, substitutes are used on an as-needed, day-to-day basis — in accordance with relevant laws and regulationsDUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
PHYSICAL, MENTAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT:24 Jan 2017The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.ENVIRONMENT:The incumbent may be required to work both inside and outside in all different weather conditions including extreme cold and heat. The employee may be exposed to unpleasant sights and smells. He/she may at times be exposed to dangerous and/or toxic substances and must take necessary precautions to protect eyes, nose, and skin from irritation and infection. The employee may be exposed to loud equipment and take appropriate precautions to protect themselves.PHYSICAL:While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee frequently must squat, stoop or kneel, reach about the head and reach forward. The employee continuously uses hand strength to grasp tools and climb onto ladders. The employee will frequently bend or twist at the neck and trunk more than the average person while performing the duties of this job.The employee must frequently move heavy objects and lift up to 50 pounds such as cleaning supplies, pails, and unloading trucks. Occasionally the employee will lift and move heavier objects such as salt and
bulk furniture, The employee will sometimes push/pull items such as tables, bleachers, scrubbing machines. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.24 Jan 2017Hourly Rate will be $15.00/hour
Specific Qualifications are as follows:
The successful candidate should possess working knowledge of:
The following are the essential job responsibilities but are not limited to the duties listed:
The person selected should have prior work experience in which he/she has demonstrated technical skill proficiency in one or more of the areas of maintenance work which apply to the district's current needs. Successful participation in trade school, vocational schools, and/or technical school training will be highly desirable.
The person selected must be physically fit and such must be certified by a physician. The integrity of this individual must be above reproach and he/she must possess clean and appropriate personal habits. The personal qualifications of the selected nominee should include, but not limit, the abilities to:
The Maintenance Foreman
JOB GOAL: To help maintain the physical school plant in a condition of operating excellence so that full educational use of it may be made at all times.
Wages per Agreement-Working Conditions and Wage Schedule.Work days per Agreement-Working Conditions and Wage Schedule.
Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Support Services Personnel.PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to risk of electrical shock. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; and outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, extreme cold, and extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.This position falls under the Service Employees International Union - Local No. 73 - Maintenance "B" Team ContractThe Salary Schedule is attached above. Benefit information can be found HERE.
Professional Qualifications
Personal Qualifications
Wages per Agreement-Working Conditions and Wage Schedule.
Work days per Agreement-Working Conditions and Wage Schedule.
Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Support Services Personnel.
PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to risk of electrical shock. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; and outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, extreme cold, and extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.This position falls under the Service Employees International Union - Local No. 73 - Maintenance "B" Team ContractThe Salary Schedule is attached above. Benefit information can be found HERE.
The Teacher must ensure that children are supervised at all times, and that children are involved in safe and appropriate activities. There may be a number of situations happening at once, and the Teacher must be prepared to handle accidents and emergencies at any time.WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The Teacher will be working in a busy and occasionally noisy environment. There may be a number of activities and situations happening at once, and the Teacher will have to supervise all students at all times. Decatur Public Schools is an equal employment opportunity employer with an affirmative action plan. Approved 6/24/97This position falls under the Decatur Education Association (DEA) Contract - 2022-2026The Salary Schedule is attached above. Benefits information can be found HERE.
REPORTS TO: The Secondary Building Principal SUPERVISES:(Instructs and evaluates the school work of designated): Students Student Teachers Volunteers Assists the Principal with the evaluation of Teaching Assistants MAINTAINS LIAISON WITH: Parents. Communicates with parents as the teacher deems necessary, or when requested by parents or administrators. JOB GOAL: To help students learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible men and women. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:(In addition to those listed in 500.31, Certified Teacher, the following are the essential fundamentals to include but not limited to the following job duties.) 1. Teaching in compliance with curricular requirements of the State and of the Board of Education of District 61. 2. Remaining current on research, new developments and literature on education, especially elementary and/or the area of special assignment. 3. Compliance with Board Policies, Administrative Regulations, and Board-Employee Agreements at the school level. 4. Participation on an appointive, elective, or volunteer basis in the curriculum development process at the building and district levels, as is required to periodically review all curricular areas to keep them up-to-date. 5. Participation from time-to-time, in the development of District Policies and Administrative Regulations, on an appointive, elective, or volunteer basis. The major instructional function of the secondary classroom teacher includes:1. Instructional DeliveryThis includes an understanding and the ability to use the principles of learning (motivation, reinforcement, retention, transfer) and the ability to make sound judgments above the use of such instructional techniques as appropriate pacing, questioning, grouping, actively involving the students, and directly vs. indirectly instructing the students.2. Human SkillsThis includes the ability to stimulate students, bring enthusiasm to the learning process, and provide both a concern and care for the worth and dignity of the individual.3. Planning SkillsThis includes the ability to develop goals/objectives for content/skills based upon evaluation of student needs, aptitude, and learning styles. Provision for both individual and group learning experience is involve. 4. Evaluation of Students and Programs.This includes the ability to construct and use diagnostic, criterion reference and student achievement tests. Evaluation also encompasses the maintenance and interpretation of records for students, parents, administrators, and other teachers.5. Classroom ManagementThis includes controlling and structuring the learning environment so that students adhere to rules and providing opportunities for students to acquire that self-discipline necessary in school and adult life.6. Resource UtilizationThis includes the ability to use the resource materials available--including both the academic and human, within and outside of the confines of the educational plant. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Salary is based upon Schedules A & B, of the collective negotiated Agreement. EVALUATION:Each employee in contractual continuing service shall be evaluated at least once every two (2) years. Each employee not in continuing contractual service shall be evaluated once every year. Physical DemandsHandle work which deals mostly with people, objects, equipment in a general setting; depth perception and field of vision are important. Employee regularly is required to bend, stoop, twist, turn, reach, lift (up to 50 pounds), carry, pull, push, climb, and kneel; walking and standing approximately 50-75% of each shift. Employee must recognize differences in sound, such as voices/noises that are loud and playful instead of angry and combative; ability to differentiate tones and volumes in conversation.
REPORTS TO: The Secondary Building Principal SUPERVISES:(Instructs and evaluates the school work of designated): Students Student Teachers Volunteers Assists the Principal with the evaluation of Teaching Assistants MAINTAINS LIAISON WITH: Parents. Communicates with parents as the teacher deems necessary, or when requested by parents or administrators. JOB GOAL: To help students learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible men and women. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:(In addition to those listed in 500.31, Certified Teacher, the following are the essential fundamentals to include but not limited to the following job duties.) 1. Teaching in compliance with curricular requirements of the State and of the Board of Education of District 61. 2. Remaining current on research, new developments and literature on education, especially elementary and/or the area of special assignment. 3. Compliance with Board Policies, Administrative Regulations, and Board-Employee Agreements at the school level. 4. Participation on an appointive, elective, or volunteer basis in the curriculum development process at the building and district levels, as is required to periodically review all curricular areas to keep them up-to-date. 5. Participation from time-to-time, in the development of District Policies and Administrative Regulations, on an appointive, elective, or volunteer basis. The major instructional function of the secondary classroom teacher includes:1. Instructional DeliveryThis includes an understanding and the ability to use the principles of learning (motivation, reinforcement, retention, transfer) and the ability to make sound judgments above the use of such instructional techniques as appropriate pacing questioning, grouping, actively involving the students, and directly vs. indirectly instructing the students.2. Human SkillsThis includes the ability to stimulate students, bring enthusiasm to the learning process, and provide both a concern and care for the worth and dignity of the individual.3. Planning SkillsThis includes the ability to develop goals/objectives for content/skills based upon evaluation of student needs, aptitude, and learning styles. Provision for both individual and group learning experience is involve. 4. Evaluation of Students and Programs.This includes the ability to construct and use diagnostic, criterion reference and student achievement tests. Evaluation also encompasses the maintenance andinterpretation of records for students, parents, administrators, and other teachers.5. Classroom ManagementThis includes controlling and structuring the learning environment so that students adhere to rules and providing opportunities for students to acquire that self-discipline necessary in school and adult life.6. Resource UtilizationThis includes the ability to use the resource materials available--including both the academic and human, within and outside of the confines of the educational plant. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Salary is based upon Schedules A & B, of the collective negotiated Agreement. EVALUATION:Each employee in contractual continuing service shall be evaluated at least once every two (2) years. Each employee not in continuing contractual service shall be evaluated once every year.
The Teacher must ensure that children are supervised at all times, and that children are involved in safe and appropriate activities. There may be a number of situations happening at once, and the Teacher must be prepared to handle accidents and emergencies at any time.WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The Teacher will be working in a busy and occasionally noisy environment. There may be a number of activities and situations happening at once, and the Teacher will have to supervise all students at all times. Decatur Public Schools is an equal employment opportunity employer with an affirmative action plan. Approved 6/24/97
500.033B TITLE: Middle School Career/Guidance Counselor QUALIFICATIONS:
REPORTS TO: The Principal or Designee SUPERVISES: As Assigned MAINTAINS LIAISON WITH:Parents, Staff, and Administration. Communicates on a regular basis or as requested by parents, staff, or administration. JOB GOAL: To help middle school students adjust to the many changing aspects of adolescence, and to aid the students and teachers in gaining as much academic improvement as possible. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:(The following are the essential fundamentals to include but not limited to the following job duties.)I. MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION OF STUDENTS SERVICES: A. Observes students in their classrooms and other school settings.B. Concentrates efforts in the area of student development through individual and group counseling. Emphasis will be placed on helping students develop skills in resolving conflicts, making decisions, improving interpersonal relationships with students and staff, preventing situations that would disrupt the learning environment, and coping with uncomfortable situations.C. Works with students to explore and plan educational career opportunities. Maintains the Individual Career Planning folder for each student. (ICP) D. Works cooperatively with the teachers, school psychologist, and social worker in the areas of coordinating staffing, applying staffing recommendations through counseling, and provides professional input for special education students at staffing. E. Maintains student cumulative records, interprets records for students and parents, and makes student records accessible to the teaching staff. This would include the Individual Career Planner (ICP).F. Maintains contact with building administration to ensure that there is a coordinated effort and program to help students develop responsibility for their behavior.G. Has knowledge of community agencies that can assist students and coordinate community agencies where applicable. II. ASSISTANCE TO INSTRUCTIONAL STAFF:A. Works with the staff in determining the needs of the students.B. Advises teachers on the social, emotional, and career development of the middle school student.C. Works with individual teachers to assist with situations that help will improve the teachers effectiveness working with middle school students.D. Works with staff to coordinate and implement a group guidance program.E. Coordinates and administers State and District wide tests.F. Uses grammatically correct English in verbal and written communications. III. STAFF AND PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:A. Maintains and submits accurate and timely records/reports as required by law, Board policy, and administrative guidelines.B. Follows building and district rules, procedures, and policies. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:Salary is based upon Schedules A&B, of the collective negotiated Agreement. EVALUATION:Each employee in contractual continuing service shall be evaluated at least once every two (2) years. Each employee not in continuing contractual service shall be evaluated once every year.
The Teacher must ensure that children are supervised at all times, and that children are involved in safe and appropriate activities. There may be a number of situations happening at once, and the Teacher must be prepared to handle accidents and emergencies at any time.WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The Teacher will be working in a busy and occasionally noisy environment. There may be a number of activities and situations happening at once, and the Teacher will have to supervise all students at all times. Approved 6/24/97This position falls under the Decatur Education Association (DEA) Contract - 2022-2026. The Salary Schedule is attached above. Benefit information can be found HERE
TITLE: Middle School CounselorPURPOSE: To help middle school students adjust to the many changing aspects of adolescence, and work to maximize student success by promoting access and equity for all students.QUALIFICATIONS:
REPORTS TO: The Principal or DesigneeMAINTAINS LIAISON WITH: Parents, Staff, Administration, and High School Counselors and/or designee. Communicates on a regular basis or as requested by parents, staff, and/or administration.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:(The following are the essential fundamentals to include but not limited to the following job duties.)I. MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION OF STUDENTS SERVICES:
a. Maintains and submits accurate and timely records/reports as required by law, Board policy, and administrative guidelines.b. Follows building and district rules, procedures, and policies.c. Takes an active role in interpreting the school's objectives, rules, and policies.d. Participates in programs and/or assemblies that bring about Career Awareness.e. Maintains and submits accurate and timely records/reports as required by law, Board policy, and administrative guidelines.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Wages, hours, terms, and conditions of employment pursuant to the collective bargaining agreement.EVALUATION: Each employee shall be evaluated according to the District's guidelines, policies, and procedures in accordance with the DEA contract.The physical demands, work environment factors, and mental functions described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.PHYSICAL DEMANDS: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to handle work which deals mostly with people, objects, and equipment in a general setting. The employee may be required to use repetitive hand motions, including prolonged use of a computer terminal. The employee is frequently required to sit, see, talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and kneel. The employee may be required to lift up to 20 pounds.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus with or without correction.The employee must recognize differences in sound, such as voices/noises that are loud and playful instead of angry and combative. The employee must have the ability to differentiate tones and volumes in conversation. The employee should hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.WORK ENVIRONMENT: The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.MENTAL FUNCTIONS: While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly is required to compare, analyze, communicate, coordinate, compile, instruct, synthesize, evaluate, use interpersonal skills, negotiate, and maintain emotional control under stress. The employee frequently is required to compute. The employee occasionally is required to copy.The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required.Decatur Public Schools is an equal employment opportunity employer with an affirmative action plan. This position falls under the Decatur Education Association (DEA) Contract - 2022-2026.The Salary Schedule is attached above. Benefit information can be found HERE.
REPORTS TO: The Secondary Building PrincipalSUPERVISES:(Instructs and evaluates the school work of designated): Students Student Teachers Volunteers Assists the Principal with the evaluation of Teaching AssistantsMAINTAINS LIAISON WITH: Parents. Communicates with parents as the teacher deems necessary, or when requested by parents or administrators.JOB GOAL: To help students learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible men and women.PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:(In addition to those listed in 500.31, Certified Teacher, the following are the essential fundamentals to include but not limited to the following job duties.) 1. Teaching in compliance with curricular requirements of the State and of the Board of Education of District 61. 2. Remaining current on research, new developments and literature on education, especially elementary and/or the area of special assignment. 3. Compliance with Board Policies, Administrative Regulations, and Board-Employee Agreements at the school level. 4. Participation on an appointive, elective, or volunteer basis in the curriculum development process at the building and district levels, as is required to periodically review all curricular areas to keep them up-to-date. 5. Participation from time-to-time, in the development of District Policies and Administrative Regulations, on an appointive, elective, or volunteer basis.The major instructional function of the secondary classroom teacher includes:1. Instructional DeliveryThis includes an understanding and the ability to use the principles of learning (motivation, reinforcement, retention, transfer) and the ability to make sound judgments above the use of such instructional techniques as appropriate pacing, questioning, grouping, actively involving the students, and directly vs indirectly instructing the students.2. Human SkillsThis includes the ability to stimulate students, bring enthusiasm to the learning process, and provide both a concern and care for the worth and dignity of the individual.3. Planning SkillsThis includes the ability to develop goals/objectives for content/skills based upon evaluation of student needs, aptitude, and learning styles. Provision for both individual and group learning experience is involve. 4. Evaluation of Students and Programs.This includes the ability to construct and use diagnostic, criterion reference and student achievement tests. Evaluation also encompasses the maintenance and interpretation of records for students, parents, administrators, and other teachers.5. Classroom ManagementThis includes controlling and structuring the learning environment so that students adhere to rules and providing opportunities for students to acquire that self- discipline necessary in school and adult life.6. Resource UtilizationThis includes the ability to use the resource materials available--including both the academic and human, within and outside of the confines of the educational plant.TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Salary is based upon Schedules A & B, of the collective negotiated Agreement.EVALUATION:Each employee in contractual continuing service shall be evaluated at least once every two (2) years. Each employee not in continuing contractual service shall be evaluated once every year.
The Teacher must ensure that children are supervised at all times, and that children are involved in safe and appropriate activities. There may be a number of situations happening at once, and the Teacher must be prepared to handle accidents and emergencies at any time.WORK ENVIRONMENT:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The Teacher will be working in a busy and occasionally noisy environment. There may be a number of activities and situations happening at once, and the Teacher will have to supervise all students at all times.Decatur Public Schools is an equal employment opportunity employer with an affirmative action plan.Approved 6/24/97This position falls under the Decatur Education Association (DEA) Contract - 2022-2026.The Salary Schedule is attached above. Benefit information can be found HERE.
TITLE: Certificated Elementary Teacher
1. Illinois State certificate in the teaching field qualifying the teacher to teach at the elementary level.
2. Bachelor's Degree
3. Ability to function effectively as a member of the school staff.
4. Such other requirements as the Board may establish.
(Instructs and evaluates the school work of designated):
Students
Student Teachers
Volunteers
Assists the Principal with the evaluation of Teaching Assistants
JOB GOAL:
To help students learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible men and women.
1. Teaching in compliance with curricular requirements of the State and of the Board of Education of District 61.
2. Remaining current on research, new developments and literature on education, especially elementary and/or the area of special assignment.
3. Compliance with Board Policies, Administrative Regulations, and Board-Employee Agreements at the school level.
4. Participation on an appointive, elective, or volunteer basis in the curriculum development process at the building and district levels, as is required to periodically review all curricular areas to keep them up-to-date.
5. Participation from time-to-time, in the development of District Policies and Administrative Regulations, on an appointive, elective, or volunteer basis.
• Instructional Delivery
This includes an understanding and the ability to use the principles of
learning (motivation, reinforcement, retention, transfer) and the ability to make sound judgments above the use of such instructional techniques as appropriate pacing, questioning, grouping, actively involving the students, and directly vs. indirectly instructing the students.
• Human Skills
This includes the ability to stimulate students, bring enthusiasm to the
learning process, and provide both a concern and care for the worth and dignity of the individual.
• Planning Skills
• Evaluation of Students and Programs.
• Managing the Classroom
The Elementary Teacher must ensure that children are supervised at all times, and that children are involved in safe and appropriate activities. There may be a number of situations happening at once, and the Elementary Teacher must be prepared to handle accidents and emergencies at any time.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The Teacher will be working in a busy and occasionally noisy environment. There may be a number of activities and situations happening at once, and the Teacher will have to supervise all students at all times.This position falls under the Decatur Education Association (DEA) Contract - 2022-2026. The Salary Schedule is attached above. Benefit information can be found HERE
TITLE: Certified Secondary Teacher
1. Illinois State certificate in the teaching field qualifying the teacher to teach at the secondary level.
The Secondary Building Principal
(In addition to those listed in 500.31, Certified Teacher, the following are the essential fundamentals to include but not limited to the following job duties.)
The major instructional function of the secondary classroom teacher includes:
1. Instructional Delivery
2. Human Skills
3. Planning Skills
This includes the ability to develop goals/objectives for content/skills based upon evaluation of student needs, aptitude, and learning styles. Provision for both individual and group learning experience is involve.
4. Evaluation of Students and Programs.
This includes the ability to construct and use diagnostic, criterion reference and
student achievement tests. Evaluation also encompasses the maintenance and
interpretation of records for students, parents, administrators, and other teachers.
5. Classroom Management
6. Resource Utilization
This includes the ability to use the resource materials available--including both the academic and human, within and outside of the confines of the educational plant.
Decatur Public Schools is an equal employment opportunity employer with an affirmative action plan.
Approved 6/24/97This position falls under the Decatur Education Association (DEA) Contract - 2022-2026. The Salary Schedule is attached above. Benefit information can be found HERE.
TITLE: Family Support Liaison
High School diploma or equivalent
Building Principal
Parents/Families/StudentsFaculty and StaffAdministrationRegional Office of Education
JOB GOAL: To assist parents/families in the development of positive ongoing school relationships with school staff in order to address and eliminate potential barriers to student school success
(The following are the essential fundamentals to include but not limited to the following job duties)
Salary is based upon qualifications and the established salary schedule
Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Professional PersonnelPHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The employee may be required to work at multiple agency locations as necessary.Salary is based on relevant work experience which will be determined through the interview process.The Salary Schedule is attached above. Benefits information can be found HERE.
TITLE: Certified Teacher QUALIFICATIONS:
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Salary is based on Schedules A and B of the collective negotiated Agreement. EVALUATION: Each employee in contractual continuing service shall be evaluated at least once every two (2) years. Each employee not in continuing contractual service shall be evaluated once every year. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Handle work which deals mostly with people, objects, equipment in a general setting; depth perception and field of vision are important. Employee regularly is required to bend, stoop, twist, turn, reach, lift (up to 50 pounds), carry, pull, push, climb, and kneel; walking and standing approximately 50-75% of each shift. Employee must recognize differences in sound, such as voices/noises that are loud and playful instead of angry and combative; ability to differentiate tones and volumes in conversation. MENTAL DEMANDS: The Teacher must ensure that children are supervised at all times, and that children are involved in safe and appropriate activities. There may be a number of situations happening at once, and the Teacher must be prepared to handle accidents and emergencies at any time. WORK ENVIRONMENT:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The Teacher will be working in a busy and occasionally noisy environment. There may be a number of activities and situations happening at once, and the Teacher will have to supervise all students at all times. Approved June 24, 1997 This position falls under the Decatur Education Association (DEA) Contract - 2022-2026. The Salary Schedule is attached above. Benefit information can be found HERE.
TITLE:National Honor Society Advisor (High School & Middle School)
PURPOSE:Organize, implement and oversee National Honor Society activities. Promote academic achievement, community involvement, and leadership in school activities.
REPORTS TO: Building Principal
DUTIES & responsibilities:
TERMS:
Salary to be based upon Schedule B of collective negotiation bargaining.
This position is evaluated annually by the principal using the categories listed in the job description.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use repetitive hand motions, including prolonged use of a computer terminal. The employee is frequently required to sit, see, talk, and hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus with or without correction.
Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The job is performed under minimal temperature variations and a generally hazard free environment.
TITLE: Middle School Softball Coach
PURPOSE:Instruct athletes in team and individual fundamentals, strategies, and physical training necessary for them to realize individual and team success. At the same time, the student shall receive instruction that will lead to the formulation of positive values, pride of accomplishment, acceptable social behavior, self-discipline and self-confidence.
Athletic Director and Principal
KNOWLEDGE OF SPORT:
Program Administration
This position is evaluated annually by the athletic director and building administration.
MENTAL DEMANDS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:
Maintain emotional control under stress. Maintain positive attitude when dealing with students, parents, staff and the public. Frequent district and some statewide travel is required. Work with frequent interruptions, frequent prolonged and irregular hours. Possible exposure to hot or cold weather conditions.
TITLE: Head CoachPURPOSE: Instruct athletes in the fundamental skills, strategy and physical training necessary for them to realize a degree of individual and team success. At the same time, the student shall receive instruction that will lead to the formulation of positive values, pride of accomplishment, acceptable social behavior, self-discipline and self-confidence.QUALIFICATIONS:The District shall fill the position of head coach with a person who:• Holds a current Illinois teaching certificate and/or is certified by the IHSA• All coaches must submit to a criminal background check and hold a current first aid/CPR card.RESPONSIBLE TO:Athletic Director and PrincipalDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Program Administration• Develop a written philosophy statement and conduct a preseason meeting with parents and players to discuss acceptable player behavior, practice procedures, substance abuse policy and other guidelines that relate to program management.• Determine the system of play. Establish goals and objectives.• Have a thorough knowledge of all District and State Athletic Policies and be responsible for their implementation.• Understand and follow the proper administrative line of command and refer all requests or grievances through proper channels.• Conduct oneself as a positive role model.• Report all rule violations or suspected violations to the school athletic director.• Consult with the athletic director and principal, or his designee, in matters of purchasing equipment, scheduling, and coaching assignments.• Turn in squad rosters as directed to the athletic director.• Be responsible for the collection of equipment and have athletic fines resolved by the end of the season.• Responsible for seasonal and off seasonal programs.• Prepare travel rosters and itineraries prior to the 48 hours of departure.• Maintain a yearly inventory of all new and used equipment.• Other job-related duties as assigned.Instructional Management• Work to develop positive athlete-teacher relationship. Initiate during the season grade check, conduct athletic study time, if necessaryStudent Management• Enforce and follow the school rules and grade eligibility• Ride the team bus to and from practices or contest.• Remain at practice or contest until all athletes have left the athletic area.• Develop a sports specific safety plan. a. Show team members the Informed Consent Video dealing with risk of injury involved with sport activity.• Require appropriate behavior on road trips by supervising students in motels and restaurants.• Keep accurate records of all athletic award winners. Keep an inventory of all awards and certificates on hand. Prepare a list of award winners and their awards for use at the awards program. Sign all certificates and package for use at the program. Order chenille letters, patches, senior plaques and 3 year medallions and other special award trophies.• Promote and encourage fair play, good sportsmanship, and ethical standards of conduct both on and off the field.• Forewarn all participants that involvement in physical confrontation could result in removal from game and/or suspension from subsequent games.Personnel Management• Assist athletic director and principal in hiring assistant coaches.• Train and inform staff, encourage professional growth by urging them to attend clinics and workshops.• Delegate specific duties, supervise implementation, and at season's end, analyze staff effectiveness and evaluate all assistantsSchool/Community Relations• Establish a working relationship with the junior high and elementary coaches for the purpose of creating strong feeder programs for their sport.Professional Development• Continue professional growth by attending classes, clinics, workshops, and affiliations with professional organizations.EVALUATIONThis position is evaluated annually by the principal with input from the athletic director using the categories listed in the job description. This is a year-round position.MENTAL DEMANDS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:Maintain emotional control under stress. Maintain positive attitude when dealing with customers. Frequent district and some statewide travel. Work with frequent interruptions, frequent prolonged and irregular hours. Some exposure to hot or cold weather conditions.Schedule B assignments are appointed annually Revised 5/10/2011Board Approval 5/10/201
TITLE: Middle School Cheer Sponsor PURPOSE: Instruct athletes in team and individual fundamentals and physical training necessary for them to realize individual and team success. At the same time, the student shall receive instruction that will lead to the formulation of positive values, pride of accomplishment, acceptable social behavior, self-discipline and self-confidence. QUALIFICATIONS:
REPORTS TO: Athletic Director and Principal PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: (The following are the essential fundamentals to include but not limited to the following job duties.) Program Administration
program.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Salary to be based upon Schedule B of collective negotiation bargaining. EVALUATION: This position is evaluated annually by the principal with input from the athletic director. MENTAL DEMANDS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Maintain emotional control under stress. Maintain positive attitude when dealing with students, parents, staff and the public. Frequent district and some statewide travel is required. Work with frequent interruptions, frequent prolonged and irregular hours. Possible exposure to hot or cold weather conditions. Decatur Public Schools is an equal employment opportunity employer with an affirmative action plan.
TITLE: Middle School Basketball Coach PURPOSE: Instruct athletes in team and individual fundamentals, strategies, and physical training necessary for them to realize individual and team success. At the same time, the student shall receive instruction that will lead to the formulation of positive values, pride of accomplishment, acceptable social behavior, self-discipline and self-confidence. QUALIFICATIONS:
REPORTS TO:Athletic Director and Principal KNOWLEDGE OF SPORT:
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:(The following are the essential fundamentals to include but not limited to the following job duties.) Program Administration
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:Salary to be based upon Schedule B of collective negotiation bargaining. EVALUATION:This position is evaluated annually by the athletic director and building administrator. MENTAL DEMANDS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:Maintain emotional control under stress. Maintain positive attitude when dealing with students, parents, staff and the public. Frequent District and some statewide travel is required. Work with frequent interruptions, frequent prolonged and irregular hours. Possible exposure to hot or cold weather conditions. Decatur Public Schools is an equal employment opportunity employer with an affirmative action plan.
TITLE: Head CoachPURPOSE: Instruct athletes in the fundamental skills, strategy and physical training necessary for them to realize a degree of individual and team success. At the same time, the student shall receive instruction that will lead to the formulation of positive values, pride of accomplishment, acceptable social behavior, self-discipline and self-confidence.QUALIFICATIONS:The District shall fill the position of head coach with a person who:• Holds a current Illinois teaching certificate and/or is certified by the IHSA• All coaches must submit to a criminal background check and hold a current first aid/CPR card.RESPONSIBLE TO:Athletic Director and PrincipalDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Program Administration• Develop a written philosophy statement and conduct a preseason meeting with parents and players to discuss acceptable player behavior, practice procedures, substance abuse policy and other guidelines that relate to program management.• Determine the system of play. Establish goals and objectives.• Have a thorough knowledge of all District and State Athletic Policies and be responsible for their implementation.• Understand and follow the proper administrative line of command and refer all requests or grievances through proper channels.• Conduct oneself as a positive role model.• Report all rule violations or suspected violations to the school athletic director.• Consult with the athletic director and principal, or his designee, in matters of purchasing equipment, scheduling, and coaching assignments.• Turn in squad rosters as directed to the athletic director.• Be responsible for the collection of equipment and have athletic fines resolved by the end of the season.• Responsible for seasonal and off seasonal programs.• Prepare travel rosters and itineraries prior to the 48 hours of departure.• Maintain a yearly inventory of all new and used equipment.• Other job-related duties as assigned.Instructional Management• Work to develop positive athlete-teacher relationship. Initiate during the season grade check, conduct athletic study time, if necessaryStudent Management• Enforce and follow the school rules and grade eligibility• Ride the team bus to and from practices or contest.• Remain at practice or contest until all athletes have left the athletic area.• Develop a sports specific safety plan. a. Show team members the Informed Consent Video dealing with risk of injury involved with sport activity.• Require appropriate behavior on road trips by supervising students in motels and restaurants.• Keep accurate records of all athletic award winners. Keep an inventory of all awards and certificates on hand. Prepare a list of award winners and their awards for use at the awards program. Sign all certificates and package for use at the program. Order chenille letters, patches, senior plaques and 3 year medallions and other special award trophies.• Promote and encourage fair play, good sportsmanship, and ethical standards of conduct both on and off the field.• Forewarn all participants that involvement in physical confrontation could result in removal from game and/or suspension from subsequent games.Personnel Management• Assist athletic director and principal in hiring assistant coaches.• Train and inform staff, encourage professional growth by urging them to attend clinics and workshops.• Delegate specific duties, supervise implementation, and at season's end, analyze staff effectiveness and evaluate all assistantsSchool/Community Relations• Establish a working relationship with the junior high and elementary coaches for the purpose of creating strong feeder programs for their sport.Professional Development• Continue professional growth by attending classes, clinics, workshops, and affiliations with professional organizations.EVALUATIONThis position is evaluated annually by the principal with input from the athletic director using the categories listed in the job description. This is a year-round position.MENTAL DEMANDS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:Maintain emotional control under stress. Maintain positive attitude when dealing with customers. Frequent district and some statewide travel. Work with frequent interruptions, frequent prolonged and irregular hours. Some exposure to hot or cold weather conditions.Schedule B assignments are appointed annually Revised 5/10/2011Board Approval 5/10/2011
TITLE: High School Athletic Assistant Coach
PURPOSE: Carry out the objectives of the sports program as outlined by the head coach. Instruct athletes in team and individual fundamentals, strategies, and physical training necessary for them to realize individual and team success.
RESPONSIBLE TO:
The Head Coach in conjunction with the Athletic Director and Principal.
Student Management
School/Community Relations
Professional Development
Evaluation:
This position is evaluated annually by the Principal with input from the athletic director and head coach using the categories listed in the job description.
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Maintain emotional control under stress. Maintain positive attitude when dealing with customers. Frequent district and some statewide travel. Work with frequent interruptions, frequent prolonged and irregular hours. Possible exposure to hot or cold weather conditions.Schedule B assignments are appointed annually.
PURPOSE: Carry out the objectives of the sports program as outlined by the head coach. Instruct athletes in team and individual fundamentals, strategies, and physical training necessary for them to realize individual and team success. QUALIFICATIONS:
RESPONSIBLE TO:The head coach in conjunction with the Athletic Director and Principal. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Evaluation:This position is evaluated annually by the Principal with input from the Athletic Director and head coach using the categories listed in the job description. Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:Maintain emotional control under stress. Maintain positive attitude when dealing with customers. Frequent district and some statewide travel is required. Work with frequent interruptions, frequent prolonged and irregular hours. Possible exposure to hot or cold weather conditions. Schedule B assignments are appointed annually.
TITLE: Middle School Cross Country Coach
TITLE:Middle School Department Head
PURPOSE: Provide leadership, coordination, and innovation in assigned curricular area.
IS A MEMBER OF: Building Leadership Team
The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.)
TITLE: Secretary to the Principal QUALIFICATIONS:
REPORTS TO: Principal JOB GOAL:To support the smooth and efficient operation of the school in order to maximize positive educational outcomes for stakeholders. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:The following are the essential functions, including but not limited to, the following job duties as assigned. (Primary Job Duties are Business/Financial/Staff-Secondary Job Duties are Student):
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:8 hours per day for 12 months in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement CLASSIFICATION: B EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Professional Personnel. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The job is performed inside under minimal temperature variations and a generally hazard free environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use motions with their wrists, hands, and/or fingers, including prolonged use of a computer terminal. The employee is frequently required to sit for prolonged periods, see, talk, and hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
The employee is required to hear in the normal audio range, with or without correction.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly is required to compare, analyze, communicate, coordinate, instruct, synthesize, evaluate, use interpersonal skills, compile, and negotiate. The employee frequently is required to compute. The employee occasionally is required to copy. This position falls under the DECATUR EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT PERSONNEL ASSOCIATION Contract - JULY 1, 2021 – JUNE 30, 2025.The Salary Schedule is attached above. Benefit information can be found HERE.
Special Education Behavior Consultant/Specialist is needed. Position will work as a team with five other consultants in MPSED. This position is specific to Pershing Early Learning Center and will follow the Pershing work day and calendar. Candidates should have a strong knowledge of behavior strategies for very young children and children with emerging language skills.Salary and benefit information can be found in the DEA Contract found here. Salary range $46,500 - $92,250. Additional information about benefits can be found here.
Special Education Behavior Consultant/Specialist is needed. Position will work as a team with four other consultants in MPSED. This position is specific to Social-Emotional Learning Academy (SELA) and follows the SELA work day and calendar.Salary and benefit information can be found in the DEA Contract found here. Salary range $46,500 - $92,250. Additional information about benefits can be found here.
Special Education teachers work in a collaborative setting with other teachers.Salary and benefit information can be found in the DEA Contract found here. Salary range $46,500 - $92,250. Additional information about benefits can be found here.
Special Education teachers work in a collaborative setting with other teachers. One position would be instructional - working with a dedicated group of students who need a self-contained or instructional setting for language based disabilities (i.e. autism).Salary and benefit information can be found in the DEA Contract found here. Salary range $46,500 - $92,250. Additional information about benefits can be found here.
Candidate will need to be familiar with functional curriculum, students with multiple needs, communication needs, and behavioral needs. Life and Essential Skills Teachers work collaboratively with other teachers in the district.Salary and benefit information can be found in the DEA Contract found here. Salary range $46,500 - $92,250. Additional information about benefits can be found here.
Candidate will need to be familiar with functional curriculum, students with multiple needs, communication needs, and behavioral needs. Life Skills Teachers work collaboratively with other teachers in the district.Salary and benefit information can be found in the DEA Contract found here. Salary range $46,500 - $92,250. Additional information about benefits can be found here.
The salary and benefit package for the 2026-2027 school year is being bargained and is not yet available. The below information is for reference and is for the 2025-2026 school year.
School Psychologists work together in a collaborative community with one another and with other special educators. Salary and benefits include starting at number of years of experience brought to the district (including private medical practice), comprehensive insurance options, including affordable family coverage, paid membership to ISPA, free professional development, and a TRS pension plan paid by the district. Salary range for 2025-2026: $57,143 - $101,374 plus additional $5,000 annual stipend ($2,500 at Christmas, $2,500 end of year). This position falls under the Decatur Education Association (DEA) Contract - 2022-2026The Salary Schedule is attached above. Benefit information can be found HERE
The salary and benefits for 2026-2027 are being bargained. The below information is for 2025-2026 and can be used as a reference.
Social Workers work together in a collaborative community with one another and with other special educators. Salary and benefits include starting at number of years of experience brought to the district (including private medical years), comprehensive insurance options, including affordable family coverage, paid membership to IASSW, free professional development, and a TRS pension plan paid by the district. Salary range for 2025-2026: $57,143 - $101,374 plus additional $5,000 annual stipend ($2,500 at Christmas, $2,500 end of year). This position falls under the Decatur Education Association (DEA) Contract - 2022-2026The Salary Schedule is attached above. Benefit information can be found HERE
Salary and Benefits for the 2026-2027 school year are being bargained. The below information is for 2025-2026 which gives a good reference.
The 2026-2027 salary and benefit package is being bargained. The below information is for 2025-2026 which gives a reference for possible pay.
SED Teachers work collaboratively with other special education teachers in the building and in the district. Salary and benefit information can be found in the DEA Contract found here. Salary range $46,500 - $92,250, plus TRS.Additional information about benefits can be found here.
SED Teachers are needed to work the Social Emotional Learning Academy - an alternative school for students with special needs. School runs on alternative schedule - students attend in person on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Every Wednesday is staff professional learning, parent/teacher meetings, community learning groups, and asynchronous learning for the students. Bell times for students are 8:00 - 1:30. Salary and benefit information can be found in the DEA Contract found here. Salary range $46,500 - $92,250, plus TRS.Additional information about benefits can be found here.
The 2026-2027 salary and benefit package is still being bargained. The below information is for 2025-2026.
Speech-Language Pathologists work together in a collaborative community with one another and with other special educators. There is some case management and some related service responsibilites. Salary and benefits include starting at number of years of experience brought to the district (including private medical years), comprehensive insurance options, including affordable family coverage, paid membership to ASHA, free ASHA learning pass, and a TRS pension plan paid by the district. Salary range for 2025-2026: $57,143 - $101,374 plus additional $5,000 annual stipend ($2,500 at Christmas, $2,500 end of year). This position falls under the Decatur Education Association (DEA) Contract - 2022-2026The Salary Schedule is attached above. Benefit information can be found HERE
The 2026-2027 salary and benefit packet is currently being bargained. The below information is for 2025-2026 but is available as a reference.
Speech-Language Pathologists work together in a collaborative community with one another and with other special educators. There is some case management and some related service responsibilities. Salary and benefits include starting at number of years of experience brought to the district (including private medical years), comprehensive insurance options, including affordable family coverage, paid membership to ASHA, free ASHA learning pass, and a TRS pension plan paid by the district. Salary range for 2025-2026: $56,043 - $101,373 plus additional $5,000 annual stipend ($2,500 at Christmas, $2,500 end of year).
Information about benefits can be found here.
The 2025-2026 DEA Contract for this position can be found here.
The salary and benefit package for the 2026-2027 school year is being bargained. The below information is for 2025-2026 for reference.
TITLE: School Security Officer
QUALIFICATIONS
SKILLS
CHARACTERISTICS
REPORTS TO: Safety and Security Administrator
Building Administration
Central AdministrationBuilding AdministrationTeachers and StaffParents and StudentsSchool Liaison OfficersSUPERVISES: Students, under the authority of the Principal.JOB GOAL:To help facilitate a safe and welcoming school environment.
Salary is based upon qualifications and the established salary schedule. Work year is set in accordance with the attendance days of students.Non-Exempt
Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Educational Support Personnel.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENT FACTORS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job and are not meant to be all inclusive. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job.Unless reasonable accommodations can be made, while performing this job the staff member shall:
MENTAL ENVIRONMENT
Strong cognitive skills, including problem analysis, decision making and quantitative analysis; ability to read instructions, reports, and computerized data; ability to communicate effectively (verbally and written); ability to operate and learn new technology systems; work under stress, independently, and under pressure of deadlines.
ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:
The environmental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job and are not meant to be all inclusive.
This position falls under the Service Employee International Union - Local No. 73 - Security Officer "C" Team ContractThe Salary Schedule is attached above. Benefit information can be found HERE. Decatur Public Schools is an equal employment opportunity employer with an affirmative action plan.
SkillsFlexibilityPreferred to have a working knowledge of Child DevelopmentWilling to work in various schools buildings in the district.
SUBSTITUTE TEACHING: If you would like to substitute teach in any school district in ROE #39 Macon-Piatt Counties you will need to hold a valid Professional Educator License (PEL) OR Substitute Teacher License (SUB).
If you hold a Valid Teaching License (PEL) you DO NOT need a Substitute License.
If you hold a Paraprofessional License and have a bachelor's degree on file, you are qualified to be a substitute teacher and DO NOT need a Substitute License, but you do have to complete the substitute authorization process by completing the steps below that are applicable.
A Substitute License (SUB) is valid for 5 years and is renewable. Note: You must have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited 4-year institution for a Substitute License. (SUB)
STEP ONE: Obtain a Substitute Teacher License through the State of Illinois: If you have a valid teaching license (PEL), skip ahead to STEP THREE.
**A law is in effect that allows individuals who have worked at least 10 full school days on the substitute license to receive a refund from ISBE for your substitute application fee. The law is applicable to any educator who had a SUB license issued on or after July 1, 2017. Click here for more information
STEP TWO: Register your Substitute Teaching License: Once the application status changes from “Pending Review” to “Issued” on your ELIS Account – you must register your license before it will be valid.
Click on Registration under the Home tab and follow the steps. You will pay $60.00 plus a $2.00 convenience fee.
STEP THREE: How to obtain a Substitute Teacher Authorization letter from ROE #39:
Applicants wishing to be considered for a Substitute position must submit the substitute packet materials to ROE #39. The substitute packet includes the following:
Substitute Teacher Application Form
Release of Information Form
Original Statement of Good Health (no photocopies) signed by a physician, no more than 90 days old.
BUSHUE authorization forms for your fingerprint appointment. Return these forms to dwilliams@roe39.org PRIOR to your fingerprint appointment.
Click here to print the Substitute packet needed to complete the authorization process:
If you prefer the Substitute packet to be sent to you electronically via esignature please email dwilliams@roe39.org and request an electronic sub packet be sent to you.
Recently, ROE39 established a relationship with DMH Corporate Health. Please call 217-876-4900 to set up an appointment for a physical if you do not have a Dr. or recent physical. You must let them know you are having a pre-employment physical for ROE39 and that you are self-pay. They will bill your insurance company on your behalf. If you do not have insurance, the cost is $70.00.
STEP FOUR: Fingerprinting:
Pay for your fingerprinting PRIOR to making your appointment. The cost is $65 and can be paid online via converge.net (see link below) or by cash or money order in person at our office. There will be a $2.00 convenience fee charged.
2. Click here to pay for your Substitute fingerprinting online Once you have completed and submitted all of the Substitute Packet paperwork and the results of your fingerprinting from BUSHUE have been received at our office, you will be mailed a Substitute Teacher Authorization letter along with a copy of your background check and physical. You will need to take that information to each district office where you would like to substitute teach. Let them copy it for their files and apply directly with them
ROE #39 Privacy Policy: All inquiries regarding licenses must be made by the license holder, we are unable to share information with other parties. Thank you.
Effective 7/1/2018: A Short-Term Substitute License (STS) may be obtained by individuals with an associate's degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution of higher education or show completion of 60 semester hours of college coursework.
STS is valid for substitute teaching in all grades of the public schools.
STS licenses are valid until June 30, 2023 and may not be renewed.
STS holders cannot teach more than 5 consecutive days per licensed teacher.
STS holders must complete a training program provided by the school board or ROE # 39 - Sign up here for Short Term Substitute Training.
STS license holders can serve as Paraprofessionals.
500.052ATITLE: Teacher AssistantQUALIFICATIONS:
REPORTS TO: Building AdministratorJOB GOAL: To assist the teacher in maintaining appropriate classroom activities and environment in order that students may learn effectively.PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:(The following are the essential fundamentals to include but not limited to the following job duties.)
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:Wages, hours, terms, and conditions of employment pursuant to negotiated agreement.EVALUATION: Performance in the position will be evaluated once every two years in accordance with District's plan for evaluation.PHYSICAL DEMANDS:Handle work which deals mostly with people, objects, equipment in a general setting; depth perception and field of vision are important. Employee regularly is required to bend, stoop, twist, turn, reach, lift (up to 50 pounds), carry, pull, push, climb, and kneel; walking and standing approximately 50-75% of each shift. Employee must recognize differences in sound, such as voices/noises that are loud and playful instead of angry and combative; ability to differentiate tones and volumes in conversation.
The Teaching Assistant must ensure that children are supervised at all times, and that children are involved in safe and appropriate activities. There may be a number of situations happening at once, and the Teaching Assistant must be prepared to handle accidents and emergencies at any time.WORK ENVIRONMENT:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The Teaching Assistant will be working in a busy and occasionally noisy environment. There may be a number of activities and situations happening at once, and the Teacher will have to supervise all students at all times.This position falls under the Decatur Federation of Teaching Assistants - July 1, 2023 - June 30, 2025.The Salary Schedule is attached above. Benefit information can be found HERE.
500.052ETITLE: Library Media Assistant QUALIFICATIONS:
REPORTS TO: Library Media Specialist Building Principal Assistant Principal JOB GOAL: To provide support and assist in facilitating quality services for district students PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
TERMS OF EM PLOYMENT:
EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Professional Personnel and provisions set forth in the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
The Teaching Assistant must ensure that children are supervised at all times, and that children are involved in safe and appropriate activities. There may be a number of situations happening at once, and the Teaching Assistant must be prepared to handle accidents and emergencies at any time.WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The Teaching Assistant will be working in a busy and occasionally noisy environment. There may be a number of activities and situations happening at once, and the Teacher will have to supervise all students at all times. Approved September 23,2003This position falls under the Decatur Federation of Teaching Assistants.The Salary Schedule is attached above. Benefit information can be found HERE.
TITLE: GRADES K, 1, 2 INSTRUCTIONAL TEACHING ASSISTANTS
REPORTS TO: Building Administrator JOB GOAL: To assist the teacher and work directly with students in order to increase student learning and to provide student supervision during student lunch period.
Wages, hours, terms, and conditions of employment pursuant to negotiated agreement. FSLA:Non-Exempt
Performance in the position will be evaluated once every two years in accordance with District's plan for evaluation.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work Environment
Mental Functions
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate, instruct, compare, analyze, coordinate, synthesize, evaluate, compute, copy, compile, use interpersonal skills, negotiate and maintain emotional control under stress. The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required. Decatur Public Schools is an equal employment opportunity employer with an affirmative action plan. This position falls under theDecatur Federation of Teaching Assistants - July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2028The Salary Schedule is attached above. Benefit information can be found HERE.
LPN Assistant/Teaching Assistant to manage the educational health needs of a specific student. Must hold a valid nursing license, as well as a paraprofessional license in Illinois. Must have reliable transportation and be able to ride a school bus with the student.This position is part of a collective bargaining agreement. Information about this contract can be found here.Additional information about benefits can be found here.
Requirements: Must be willing and able to lift, position, toilet, physically restrain students at a danger to self or others; implement lessons and collect data under the direction of a licensed teacher. Must be licensed as a paraprofessional in the state of Illinois. Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation. Position is itinerant and this person can be assigned to a variety schools in Decatur and surrounding school districts. Mileage reimbursement is provided between schools. Position is part of a collective bargaining agreement. Contract can be found here. Benefits are outlined in the contract. Additional information can be found here.
