Network School Support Administrator, Network

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Aug 20, 2026, 6:23:12 PM

Central-4655 S Dearborn St (Network
9)

Position Type :
Non-Union Position

Exempt

JOB DESCRIPTION ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Reporting to the Network Chief of Schools, the Network School Support Administrator (NSSA) will coordinate and facilitate the implementation of multiple initiatives designed to support parents, community stakeholders, principals, and network leaders. This role partners with Central Office (CO) function owners to build and maintain efficient systems of operation that serve student learning and district accountability, ensuring alignment with CPS policy and procedures.

This is a full-time exempt position that will be paid for time worked on a salary basis.

Ensure focused, differentiated support is provided to Principals utilizing district data to monitor and support district initiatives and identify areas requiring additional Network or CO support

Support Network Chiefs and Deputies in the supervision, development, and performance management of Network Office staff and dotted line resources, including performance evaluations

Support Network Chiefs and Deputies, in partnership with appropriate CO function owners, in the day-to-day management, monitoring, and support of non-instructional school operations, including but not limited to:

School budgets, contracts, and policy alignment;
Manage day-to-day concerns related to CPS policies and procedures

Support and escalation for school auxiliary services (e.g., facilities, transportation, nutrition, information technology, etc.)

Misconduct, incident, and accident reports

Suspension appeals, expulsions, and emergency referrals

Grade changes

Student enrollment and transfers

Support schools in coordinating evacuation and other school drills and emergency plans;
Partner with CO departments and external agencies, as directed, to support the response to and resolution of school operational emergencies

Field trip/travel approvals

Collaborate with CO departments on issues related to student achievement and school support needs

Build and manage cohesive partnerships and professional relationships both internally and externally to support schools in realizing the District’s vision

Create and share clear, transparent communications regarding CPS policies and procedures

Identify and implement solutions to improve student attendance in partnership with Network staff

Manage Summer Bridge programs in collaboration with Network staff

In collaboration with Network Chiefs and school principals, resolve concerns regarding schools, parents, and stakeholders

Facilitate parent conferences in partnership with schools and Network leadership as needed

Attend Board Meetings to support families and schools as applicable

Other duties and work streams as assigned

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university

Valid Professional Educator License (PEL) and an Administrative Endorsement / PK–12 Principal Endorsement required

Minimum of three (3) years of Resident Principal, Assistant Principal, and/or Principal experience required;
Other significant, comparable District leadership roles requiring an Administrative Endorsement and team management may be considered

This is an on-site role…