Office of Student Access and Achievement Liaison

Waukegan Community Unit School District No. 60 is seeking an Office of Student Access and Achievement Liaison. This position will support ongoing professional learning that aligns with the mission of the Office of Student Access and Achievement.

Waukegan Community Unit School District No. 60 serves nearly 14,000 preschoolers through grade 12 and is located halfway between Chicago, Illinois and Milwaukee, Wisconsin on the shores of Lake Michigan.

The Waukegan Community Unit School District No. 60 has set an ambitious agenda for change, guided by the belief that all children, regardless of circumstances, can achieve at high levels and that academic gaps can and will be eliminated with the support of teachers who deliver engaging, relevant and academically rigorous instruction.

• Engage in professional development training and delivery of professional learning to school staff and leaders.
• Examine school-level and district structures and processes through a lens of student achievement, success, access, and belongingness.
• Deepen ability as leaders to hold space for data-driven conversations focused on yielding successful outcomes for each student group.
• Collect and analyze student data to monitor progress toward School Improvement Plan (SIP) goals and support parent engagement initiatives.
• Provide leadership and support in areas related to student achievement and success.
• Serve as a resource for educators on access and community engagement practices.
• Serve as a member of the Office of Student Achievement and Success Department, engaging in continuous improvement and problem-solving.
• Contribute to school improvement plans and engage parents through various events and initiatives.

• Applicants must be employed as a teacher or staff member for WPS
  60.
• Preferred valid Illinois Professional Educators License.
• Demonstrate general knowledge of differentiation, instructional pedagogical practices, and belongingness.
• Demonstrate proficiency in various instructional technology tools.
• General knowledge of the CULTURALLY RESPONSIVE TEACHING AND LEADING STANDARDS FOR ALL ILLINOIS EDUCATORS standards (Preferred)

This is a stipend position. The employee is responsible for taking necessary steps to protect themselves and others against occupational accidents, injuries, and illnesses.

Federal and state with holdings apply. There will be one position per building for grades PreK-8 at various locations, and two positions at the high schools.

Final date to receive applications: Candidates must submit an online application to be received by the closing date.