Mathematics Department Chair

New Trier Township HSD 203•Winnetka, IL

2d•$115,188 - $180,244•Onsite

About The Position

New Trier is seeking a dynamic, progressive leader to serve as Mathematics Department Chair at the Winnetka Campus, which serves sophomore, junior, and senior students. The chair supervises approximately 30 math faculty members at Winnetka, collaborates on curriculum development throughout the department, works closely with Northfield Department Coordinators, and provides leadership on the Winnetka Campus. Department leadership is shared with the Math Department Coordinator at the Northfield Campus. The chair serves on the Winnetka Campus Leadership Team and reports to the Winnetka Campus Principal/Assistant Superintendent. The role is assigned for the school year, is full-time, and includes additional summer days paid at the contractual per diem rate. The stated salary range is $115,188–$180,244, commensurate with years of experience. The position supervises Math Faculty.

Requirements

Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with administrative endorsement.
Currently qualified, or able to become qualified, as an Illinois State Board of Education Qualified Evaluator.
At least five years of experience as a secondary-level math teacher.
Master’s or advanced degree in mathematics, education, or equivalent.
Extensive knowledge of best practices in mathematics curriculum, instruction, and assessment.
Experience in staff supervision and/or leadership development.
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with internal and external constituents.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaborate with faculty and administrative colleagues.
Demonstrated ability to make independent decisions aligned with district policies, manage difficult situations tactfully, and perform the duties and responsibilities of the position.
Excellent interpersonal skills in listening, speaking, and writing.
Excellent presentation and public speaking skills in small and large groups.
Demonstrated mediation skills when working with staff.
Ability to articulate beliefs persuasively, explain decisions effectively, check for understanding, and communicate clearly and concisely.
Demonstrated skill in giving and receiving feedback.

Responsibilities

Provide vision and leadership in establishing shared beliefs and values around student learning.
Lead the department in implementing the district’s strategic plan and annual goals; assess needs, use data to guide improvement, and adjust strategies to enhance student success and advance district priorities.
Guide the department through necessary change and participate in local, state, and national professional organizations.
Collaborate with school-based leadership teams, including weekly Department Leader meetings, and provide visible campus leadership.
Foster collaboration and consensus among staff and stakeholders; create a safe, reflective environment that encourages risk-taking and professional growth; support staff development and recognize contributions.
Ensure curriculum alignment with state and national standards and mathematics education best practices, and maintain structures for accountability and alignment.
Work with staff and stakeholders to identify a curriculum framework supporting the District’s mission, vision, and strategic plan; establish and maintain an annual curriculum review and modification process.
Apply knowledge of mathematics education practices and trends to curriculum and instruction, serve as spokesperson on curricular matters, and engage staff in continuous professional development.
Model effective teaching, professionalism, respect, content knowledge, and pedagogy; encourage professional networks and facilitate articulation with sender schools.
Plan and provide resources for teacher growth and development throughout faculty members’ careers; collaborate with the New Teacher Induction program to maintain standards for effective teaching and professionalism.
Use formative and summative staff evaluation to improve teaching; communicate expectations and hold faculty accountable to professional standards.
Visit classes and prepare observation reports; prepare and share non-tenured and tenured teacher summative evaluations and scale movement evaluations; provide feedback on teaching.
Collaborate with the Chief Human Resources Officer on screening and hiring department personnel.
Allocate district resources fairly in the annual staffing and sectioning process.
Develop and manage the Winnetka Campus master schedule in collaboration with the Associate Principal for Academic and Administrative Services.
Supervise, prepare, and administer the budget; oversee facilities, equipment, supplies, and book orders.
Advocate for the department with administration, guidance personnel, parents, and the community, and through special administrative projects.
Communicate effectively through listening, speaking, writing, presentations, mediation, and giving and receiving feedback; open communication between staff on both campuses.
Take responsibility for personal professional growth and development.
Perform other duties as assigned.