Division Head - Fine and Performing Arts

Oak Park and River Forest High School•Oak Park, IL

2d•$115,000 - $135,000

About The Position

The Division Head of Fine and Performing Arts is responsible for leading and managing Music, Art, Theater/Speech, and Dance. The Division Head teaches one course in the division content area. This role ensures that students have access to high-quality instruction, curriculum, and programming in the Fine and Performing Arts and supports faculty development in these disciplines. The Division Head serves as a key member of the All-District Administrative (ADA) Team and the Student Learning/Division Head team, providing input on school-wide instructional initiatives and strategic planning.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Education or a closely related field required.
Valid Illinois Professional Educator License with General Administrative or Principal Endorsement and a teaching endorsement in one of the division's content areas.
Minimum of three years of successful instructional leadership experience.
Minimum of five years of successful teaching experience.
Illinois State Board of Education-issued teacher evaluator designation.
Commitment to equity and eliminating systemic obstacles for underrepresented students.
Leadership style that values people and is based on high professional and ethical values.
Demonstrated initiative and a high level of motivation.
Ability to attend evening and weekend events as needed.
Expertise in using data for decision-making.
Proficiency in a range of technology software (e.g., Google, Microsoft Office applications, and a high school student information system).

Nice To Haves

Experience in Fine and Performing Arts education and curriculum development preferred.

Responsibilities

The Division Head teaches one course in the division content area.
Provide educational leadership for the Fine and Performing Arts division and contribute to school-wide programs.
Hire, assign, support, and evaluate faculty and staff in the Fine and Performing Arts division.
Lead curriculum development, instructional practices, and program enhancements.
Recommend course additions, deletions, or revisions aligned with long-range curricular needs.
Guide the selection of textbooks, instructional materials, and technology.
Supervise and support extracurricular Fine and Performing Arts activities (Theater, Marching Band).
Serve as a member of the Applause Parent Group.
Attend at least 70% of evening productions and events to support programs and student engagement.
Collaborate with post-secondary institutions and arts organizations to enhance student opportunities.
Oversee budgets, equipment, and resources for Music, Art, Theater/Speech, Dance, and Television Production.
Promote student and faculty accomplishments through school and community engagement.
Develop and oversee professional learning for Fine and Performing Arts educators.
Coordinate with administration and faculty to align Fine and Performing Arts programming with district goals.
Support recruitment efforts for Fine and Performing Arts educators and students.