Assistant Superintendent
Morton Community Unit School District 709
- $130,000–$155,000 per year
About the role
Position: Assistant Superintendent
Position Overview:
The Morton Community Unit School District 709 board is seeking an Assistant Superintendent to advance its goals to "Be a Provider of and Advocate for the Education of All Children" and "Grow the Team" by overseeing implementation of the Board's goals and providing leadership for the district's human resources.
Qualifications:
Required: A valid Illinois Professional Educator License with a General Administrative/Principal Endorsement
Preferred: A valid Illinois Superintendent Endorsement
Required: Master's degree in educational leadership, school business, finance, or a related field
Preferred: Doctorate in educational leadership, school business, finance, or a related field
Successful leadership experience in school administration
Strong knowledge of Illinois School Code, ISBE requirements, human resources, and labor relations
Strong history of utilizing leadership, interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills
Interest in becoming the Superintendent
Contract Terms:
Specific salary terms will be negotiated with the board. The compensation package will be regionally competitive, with a salary within the range of $130,000 - $155,000, commensurate with education and comparable experience. Benefits include sick leave, vacation days, personal days, health insurance, dental/vision insurance, life insurance, TRS/THIS contributions, professional membership dues, and travel expense reimbursements.
Personal Characteristics:
Candidates will be evaluated on their professional merits and successful experience that demonstrates a good match for the district, with emphasis on the following, as specified by the Board of Education. The Assistant Superintendent of our district should be an educational leader who:
Acts with integrity, fairness, and in an ethical manner.
Advocates and sustains a school culture conducive to student learning and staff professional growth.
Collaborates with faculty and community members, responds to diverse community interests and needs, and mobilizes community resources.
Promotes the success of every student by facilitating the development, articulation, implementation, and stewardship of a vision of learning that is shared by all stakeholders.
Ensures the management of the organization, operation, and resources for a safe, efficient, and effective learning environment.
Has proven abilities in human relations and communications.
Has the ability to maximize financial and human resources in support of educational programs.
Has experience in effectively planning both long- and short-range district goals.
Has a willingness to innovate and encourage others to innovate, while remaining accountable to the Superintendent and Board of Education.
Potential Job Responsibilities:
Potential responsibilities of the Assistant Superintendent may include, but are not limited to:
Oversight of Hiring and Onboarding New Employees
Employee Evaluation
Employee Discipline and Termination
Union Issues and Contract Negotiations
Leading District/Union Committees
Payroll Management
Health Insurance Plans and Benefits
Pension Systems (IMRF, TRS, Social Security, etc.)
Liability Insurance and Risk Management
Oversight of Custodial/Maintenance/Technology
Curriculum and Assessment
District Policies and Administrative Procedures
School Law and Legal Issues
ROE Inspection and Compliance
State and Federal Reporting
Complaints and Grievances
Hiring Timeline:
November 4, 2026 - Position opens
December 15, 2026 - Position closes
January 2027 - First/Second round of interviews
January 12, 2027 - Recommendation to Boards to hire preferred candidate
July 1, 2027 - Hire officially begins
How to Apply:
Apply for this position through the district's website.
Direct questions to Dr. Joseph Sander, Superintendent. [email protected].