Openings as of 12/7/2025
Primary Function:
Under the general direction of the Assistant Superintendent of Student Services, the Coordinator for Student Services shall be responsible for overseeing and coordinating various aspects related to student well-being, support, and related and instructional services. The coordinator is responsible for coordinating and implementing a range of support services to meet the diverse needs of students within the school district.
The Coordinator for Student Services will be responsible for the following:
Recruitment
Curriculum Development
Grants
Professional Development
Assessment
Articulation and Outreach
Specialized Programming
Oversees specialized programs and services designed to meet the needs of students requiring intensive or high levels of support (e.g., therapeutic programs, low-incidence classrooms, and behavior-support programs).
Collaborates with building leaders, related service providers, and external partners to ensure alignment of supports, appropriate staffing, and high-quality programming.
Monitors student outcomes and assists teams with problem-solving, placement, and resource allocation decisions for students with complex needs.
Provides coaching and guidance to staff serving students with significant needs to ensure compliance, inclusion, and effective instructional practices.
Family and Parent Engagement
Facilitates meaningful engagement with parents and families through communication, outreach, and advocacy initiatives that strengthen home–school partnerships.
Supports staff and administrators in conducting family meetings, problem-solving sessions, and IEP discussions that center collaboration and transparency.
Coordinates parent learning opportunities, workshops, and informational sessions on student services topics.
Collaborates with community agencies and family organizations to enhance resources and support networks for families.
Leadership, Supervision, and Evaluation
Core Competencies:
Qualifications:
Work Environment:
Physical Demands:
Mission Statement The mission of North Shore School District 112, a community partnership committed to a world-class education, is to nurture every child to become an inspired learner, a well-rounded individual and contributing member of a global community by striving for excellence within an environment that fosters innovation, respect, engagement and intellectual inquiry.
Description:
The Sponsor of Garden Club is responsible for supervising students during Garden Club after school from 2:40-4:00 pm. The day the club meets is flexible.
Hourly Rate: $40/hr. The maximum number of hours for the club is 20 hours. Rate is in accordance with the NSEA Collective Bargaining Agreement. Application Procedure:
Apply on line by completing the on-line application and uploading support materials. PLEASE NO PHONE CALLS OR EMAILS.
Responsibilities & Qualifications:
The Sponsor of Book Match is responsible for supervising students during Book Match after school from 3:30-4:30 pm. The day the club meets is flexible. Book Match is a district wide program for 4th and 5th graders. The Book Match coach will meet weekly with the interested students during a lunch/ recess or after school time of their choosing. You will be playing games, book talking, and generally encouraging the students to read and retain pertinent story elements and details from 20 pre-selected books. Collaboration with other coaches at other schools is available to help get you up to speed. Up to 5 after school matches will be scheduled between January and March for your students at other 112 schools. This is a friendly competition and students like attending the other schools for the matches. The matches are run and coordinated by the Highland Park Public Library. Expectations include:
Hourly Rate: $38.50-$40/hr. Rate is in accordance with the NSEA Collective Bargaining Agreement and the NSSSA Collective Bargaining Agreement. Application Procedure:
The Instructional Coach will work as a colleague with classroom teachers to support student learning. The Instructional Coach will develop the capacity of individuals and teams to continuously improve and expand research-based effective instruction that will enable staff to diagnose student needs more analytically, plan more productively, and teach more effectively. In order to meet this purpose, the instructional coach will provide support that is based on the collaboratively identified goals and needs of individual teachers and teams of teachers.
General Responsibilities:
The criterion indicated below are intended to describe various types of work that may be performed. The exclusion of specific responsibilities does not prohibit them if the work is similar, related, or a logical task of the position.
Classroom Supporter (Partner)
Co-teaches and models strategies and techniques that ensure rigorous core instruction for all learners
Co-plans instructional units with teachers using backward design and effective instructional practices
Observes teachers and provides feedback with a focus on students’ academic achievement
Conducts teacher-driven conversations to promote reflection and to identify next steps.
Provides timely and specific feedback that helps learners grow and improve instructional practices
Instructional Specialist
Understands effective instructional practices, instructs teachers in these practices, and models the practices
Supports teachers’ individual and group efforts to meet all students’ needs and to implement core instruction
Supports teachers in using differentiated instruction
Helps teachers select and implement appropriate instructional practices
Leads district and building professional development
Leads professional development for new staff during new teacher orientation
Data Coach
Supports teachers’ use of data to determine appropriate instruction
Helps teachers understand state standards for proficiency at all grade levels and in all content areas
Helps teachers use multiple sources of data
Helps teachers use student work to identify information about their learning (formative assessment).
Facilitates individual and group reflections about student growth
Learning Facilitator
Develops relationships with adults that lead to increased rigor, change in practice, reflection, and schoolwide collective efficacy that promote student achievement
Plans for high-quality professional learning that is integrated and embedded into day-to-day teaching and learning, and that aligns with the school and district visions and missions
Facilitates teacher collaboration through structured learning opportunities and coaching conversations
Uses local, state, national standards and research to design and deliver professional learning
Actively learns and engages in professional reading and research to keep current and regularly shares new ideas with teachers and administrators
Performance will be evaluated in accordance with the Teacher Evaluation Plan.
Education Requirements:
The employee shall possess the equivalent of a Master’s Degree; completion of a teacher preparation program through an accredited university or college.
Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, talk or hear, and taste or smell. The employee frequently is required to use hands to handle or feel instructional materials and classroom tools. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
The employee shall possess personal computing skills with the following types of software including web browsers, word processing, spreadsheet, and databases and student database systems. The employee shall use board approved resources, classroom textbooks, teacher manuals, technology, and assistive technology. While performing the duties of this job, the employee works in a classroom setting with children, occasionally works in outdoor weather conditions, and is subject to noises associated with an educational environment.
Our Mission:
The mission of North Shore School District 112, a community partnership committed to a world-class education, is to nurture every child to become an inspired learner, a well-rounded individual, and a contributing member of a global community by striving for excellence within an environment that fosters innovation, respect, engagement, and intellectual inquiry.
Working Conditions: Salary: Substitute Rates in effect for the 2025-2026 school year, 30 or more days in the same position is $275.00/day. Application Procedure: Apply online by completing the online application and uploading support materials. PLEASE NO PHONE CALLS OR EMAILS. Selection Procedure: The principal will review online applications and supporting materials and call individuals for interviews. The North Shore School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer
The Accounts Payable Administrative Assistant manages the day-to-day processing of invoices, accounts payable checks, and other purchasing-related duties.
Essential Functions:
Assist in managing the financial accounting system, maintaining a complete and systematic set of records of all financial transactions.
Process purchase orders in a timely manner, working with multiple requisitioners across the District using Skyward.
Coordinate with district secretaries to obtain receiving documentation and to assist in all related duties associated with purchase orders.
Prepare and mail accounts payable checks, electronic, virtual card payments and related transactions, including coordinating release schedule for district bills.
Process invoices received by email or mail.
Complete monthly District purchasing card reconciliation
Manage requests for new P-cards and lost cards, address fraudulent charges, and maintain the P-card list for the District.
Support the Director of Finance & Assistant Superintendent for Finance in all requests for bid/proposal
Conduct regular reviews of accounts payable process to assure accuracy and efficiency, including duplicate/obsolete vendors
Assist in preparing for and cooperating with audits.
Assist in preparing internal financial reports and monthly Bill List for the Board of Education presentation.
Process 1099’s and yearly report.
Maintain postage meter records.
File accounts payable records, working toward fully electronic records.
Perform related duties as directed by the Director of Finance or his/her designee.
Send W9 requests to new vendors. Enter W9’s into the vendor master and maintain W9 file.
Process yearly vendor report for publication.
Order office supplies as needed for the district office.
Clear understanding of and experience with State and School District purchasing policies and laws
Experience with paperless purchasing and payment processes
Computer proficiency (databases, email, Microsoft Office, Google functions, excel spreadsheets, website, Internet, etc.)
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Advanced keyboarding skills.
Excellent telephone and clerical skills.
Ability to independently manage processes and projects.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality as appropriate and required.
Skyward Financial system experience preferred.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, talk and hear.
The employee is frequently required to stand; walk, operate office and computer equipment; reach with hands and arms and will repeat actions with the same hand, arm or finger motion.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and the ability to adjust focus. In addition, the ability to withstand long-term use of computer monitors is required.
The employee may occasionally lift up to 20 pounds.
The position requires working to meet unyielding deadlines, interacting with the public and staff, and working irregular or extended work hours.
The employee is responsible for the safety, well-being, and work output of others.
Frequent writing is required.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. However, on occasion, the noise level will be loud.
Work is conducted indoors.
Posting Summary: The mission of the Early Childhood Program is to provide high quality education for preschool-age children through a nurturing, engaging, culturally responsive and developmentally appropriate curriculum. We are seeking a passionate school psychologist to join our team and contribute to the well-being of our students. The program serves 230 students (split primarily into two half-day sessions) from Highland Park and Highwood, IL and is hosted at Oak Terrace Elementary School. To learn more about our program, please visit our early childhood site and our Careers NSSD112 page to learn more about our organization. Essential Functions:
The school psychologist plays a pivotal role in supporting students’ academic, cognitive, social, and emotional well-being. Their key responsibilities include conducting comprehensive psychological assessments to evaluate students, understanding age-appropriate academic and behavioral expectations, and are adept in the development and implementation of intervention plans for students. They will interpret assessment results and effectively communicate findings, as well as participate in the development of appropriate IEPs and 504s. The school psychologist is actively engaged in and/or facilitation of the MTSS process, to include Problem-Solving Meetings.
A. Planning and Preparation
Demonstrates knowledge and skill in using psychological instruments to evaluate students
Demonstrates knowledge of age appropriate academic and behavioral expectations
Demonstrates knowledge of educational eligibility categories
Demonstrates knowledge of academic and behavioral interventions
Demonstrates knowledge of services/programs within the school and district
Promotes practices that support problem solving throughout the school
Works with building administration to establish and maintain clear procedures for problem-solving
Supports school-wide universal screening (CBM)
Active engagement in or facilitates problem solving (PST) meetings
Consults with teachers, administrators, and other school staff
Assesses student needs through the IEP evaluation process
Plans, evaluates or supports student progress in interventions
Compiles, analyzes, and communicates school-wide-data
Communicates with families through evaluation and/or problem-solving processes
Maintain accurate and confidential records in accordance with professional and legal standard
Stay current on research and best practices in the field of school psychology, applying this knowledge to inform decision-making and interventions
Engage in ongoing professional development activities to enhance skills and stay abreast of changes in the field
Demonstrates professionalism including integrity, advocacy, and maintaining confidentiality
Establishes rapport with students, parents, and staff, using interpersonal skills
Produces well-written, clear and thorough reports
Serves as a member of the building Threat Assessment team
Valid Illinois Professional Educator License with proper endorsement(s):school pyschology
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to exercise sound judgment in making decision regarding the safety and welfare of students
Appreciation of cultural diversity
Ability to effectively incorporate instructional technology
Working Conditions: Salary: Per NSEA New Teacher Hire Grid for the 2025-26 school year, excellent benefits, TRS Retirement Pension Service Credit, paid sick, personal, bereavement leave, and other benefits. Application Procedure: Apply on line by completing the on line application and uploading support materials. PLEASE NO PHONE CALLS Selection Procedure: The principal will review on line applications and supporting materials and the principal will call individuals in for interviews. After initial interviews, candidates meet with the Deputy Superintendent who may recommend the individual for hire by the Board of Education. The North Shore School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer
North Shore School District 112 assures Equal Employment Opportunities and equal education opportunities for employees and students as required by Federal and State Orders and Laws. The job descriptions are intended to reflect the position activities and requirements. However, management and administration reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position.
PURPOSE:
Substitutes/Guest Teachers play a critical role each day in the education of our students. Whether replacing teachers, paraprofessionals, clerical staff, or nurses, guest teachers provide for continuity in instruction, supervision, organization, and health of our students.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Listed below are examples of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Some items may apply only to Guest Teacher positions.
Report to main office on time, according to the work-day hours published in the Substitute Teacher Handbook, to check in, review plans or directions and prepare for the lessons/protocols of the day.
Familiarize yourself with the building and staff who are available to you throughout the day. Don’t hesitate to ask for help. Seeking assistance will allow you to be more successful in your role.
Uphold all District policies, rules, and procedures to which regular staff members are subject.
Maintain as fully possible the established routines and procedures (including classroom management techniques) for the school and classroom to which assigned.
Teach the lessons outlined in the substitute plans as prepared by the absent teacher. Follow the directions and protocols of the absent staff member.
Maximize the probability of success by:
clearly communicating behavioral and academic expectations
adapting for individual learner needs
actively involving students in learning
providing a risk-free, safe environment
Assume responsibility for overseeing student behavior in class and throughout the building during supervisory periods.
Maintain professional standards.
Provide direction to students in case of emergency situations.
Follow directions given by the absent staff member to conclude your day (process work, tidy room, etc.)
Check into the main office during planning periods to assume additional responsibilities if needed.
Provide feedback to the absent staff member using the form provided (for teachers). Include comments on the behavior of students, lessons completed, possible changes made in the plans and rationale.
Provide feedback to the principal using the form provided.
Check out at the main office at the end of your day.
If accepting a long-term teaching assignment, you are expected to assume all duties and responsibilities of a full-time teacher (notably: lesson planning, parent communication, report cards, etc. and to be present on all teacher work days including parent-teacher conferences (evenings) and institute days, unless alternative arrangements are made with the building principal.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional program; ability to plan and implement lessons based on school objectives and the needs and abilities of students to whom assigned. Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, peers, and parents; skilled in oral and written communication. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies. Ability to follow directions provided by an absent staff member.
ADDITIONAL POSITIONS TO GUEST TEACHING:
Administrative Assistant:
In addition to the essential functions listed above, guest clerical staff perform all office clerical functions in support of administration and staff, screen and greet visitors and enforce all security and identification requirements. Guest clerical staff keep the principal informed of any relevant information in a timely manner and provides communication support.
Nurse:
In addition to the essential functions listed above, guest nurses manage the health office in the regular nurse's absence by providing first aid for ill and injured children (and staff) and dispensing medication or provide treatment care as directed. Nurses document all student contact in the method the building nurse prefers. Guest nurses also may be called upon to provide coverage in the main office while the secretary has lunch.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
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 essential functions. Understanding that substitutes may work in a variety of positions, the physical demands of the job will also vary, according to the following descriptions:
Elementary and Middle School Positions:
While performing the duties of the job, the guest is frequently required to stand, talk, hear, walk and sit. Occasionally the guest will bend or twist at the neck more than the average person. While performing the duties of the job, the guest may occasionally push or lift up to 50 lbs such as boxes of books and computer carts. The guest is directly responsible for the safety, well-being, or work output of learners. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as reading handwritten or typed material, and the ability to adjust focus.
While performing the duties of the job, the guest is frequently required to stand, talk, hear, walk and sit. Occasionally the guest will bend or twist at the neck more than the average person. While performing the duties of the job, the guest may be required to push or lift up to 25 lbs of musical instruments. The guest is directly responsible for the safety, well-being, or work output of learners. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as reading music or handwritten or typed material, and the ability to adjust focus. The guest may have to drive to while performing the duties of this job. The guest will hear conversations in a quiet and noisy environment and will require the ability to tell where the sound is coming from.
Physical Education Wellness:
While performing the duties of the job, the guest is regularly required to stand, talk, hear, walk and sit. The guest frequently is required to use hands and fingers to feel and reach with hands and arms. The guest must occasionally lift or move up to 50 lbs such as rearranging furniture or spotting students on equipment. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision.
Kindergarten:
While performing the duties of the job, the guest is frequently required to stand, talk, hear, walk, sit, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and balance. The guest must occasionally lift or move up to 50 lbs such as rearranging furniture or spotting students on equipment. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, and depth perception.
Overall Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounter while performing the essential functions of subbing in instructional (teaching and paraprofessional positions.) Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the environment can occasionally be quite loud depending upon the activity in the particular part of the day, content area of the assignment, or location. Duties are performed indoors and occasionally outdoors.
Office Environment:
This environment applies primarily to guest clerical staff and nurses. While performing duties of the job, the guest is frequently required to talk, hear and sit and to stand occasionally. The position requires the guest to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff. The guest should be familiar with office technology and be able to manipulate a keyboard, view computer monitors for varying lengths of time, and manipulate other office and/or health-related equipment. The guest should be able to exercise good judgment in addressing student health and communication needs that arise during the day.
Working Conditions:
GUEST TEACHERS ARE AT - WILL EMPLOYEES - THERE IS NO EXPECTATION OF EMPLOYMENT OR A CONTRACT.
Guest teachers/nurses/administrative assistants are placed on the substitute list based on district need; the district reserves the right to remove a substitute from the list at any time for any reason.
COMPENSATION:
Guests are paid on a daily basis with paychecks issued twice a month. The rates of pay are set forth below: Daily Guest Teacher - All Positions (Teacher, Paraprofessional, Secretary Rates)
$275/day (Special per diem rate will begin on the 30th consecutive day and will be applied retroactively to the first twenty-nine days of the period.) NSSD 112 Retiree rate is $285
Daily and Long-Term Guest Nurses
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Apply online by completing the online application and uploading supporting materials.
PLEASE NO PHONE CALLS OR EMAILS.
SELECTION PROCEDURE:
The administration will review online applications and supporting materials and will contact applicants for interviews.
The North Shore School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Mission Statement
The mission of North Shore School District 112, a community partnership committed to a world-class education, is to nurture every child to become an inspired learner, a well-rounded individual and contributing member of a global community by striving for excellence within an environment that fosters innovation, respect, engagement and intellectual inquiry.
Guest nurses manage the health office in the regular nurse's absence by providing first aid for ill and injured children (and staff) and dispensing medication or providing treatment care as directed. Nurses document all student contact using the method of building the nurse prefers.
R.N. registered in Illinois
Ability to work independently and as part of a student team
Highly positive attitude with excellent work habits
Ability to work cooperatively and pleasantly with others
Ability to serve as a positive role model for children
Interest in and enthusiasm for the position and education in general
Knowledge of computers and technology is helpful
Strong sense of creativity
Work experience requirements:
Direct experience as a Registered Nurse working with students.
Education requirements:
Completion of professional preparation program and licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois.
CPR/AED Certification required.
GUEST TEACHERS ARE AT-WILL EMPLOYEES - THERE IS NO EXPECTATION OF EMPLOYMENT OR A CONTRACT.
COMPENSATION: Guest Nurses are paid at the hourly rate of $30.00.
Application Procedure:
Apply online by completing the online application and uploading support materials. PLEASE NO CALLS OR EMAILS.
Selection Procedure:
