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Director of Curriculum and Instruction

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In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, 820 ILCS 112/1 et seq., the State does not seek, request, or require a job applicant’s wage or salary history.  Employment decisions are not made based on an applicant’s wage or salary history.  To that end, please do not include wage or salary information in your resume or other profile or application materials.
Date:  May 12, 2025
Location: 

Jacksonville, IL, US, 62650

Job Requisition ID:  45396

Job Requisition ID: 45396

Opening Date: 05/13/2025
Closing Date: 05/27/2025
​Agency: Department of Human Services
Class Title: PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015 
Skill Option: Special License – Professional Educator License and Administrative Endorsement 
Bilingual Option: Manual Communication (Sign)
Salary: Anticipated Salary: $9,584 - $11,584 per month ($115,008 - $139,008 per year) + Bilingual Pay
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Morgan
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: None
Merit Comp Code: Gubernatorial (Management Bill) Exclusion from RC063 Collective Bargaining Coverage

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****************A RESUME IS REQUIRED FOR THIS JOB POSTING****************

Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application. You WILL NOT be considered for the position if you attach a CMS100, CMS100b or any other document that is not a Resume or CV.

 

When applicable, titles that require specific coursework, professional license or certification will include a notation requesting the appropriate document(s) be uploaded in the Additional Documents section of your application. Failure to upload requested transcripts, license and/or proof of certification when specified may result in ineligibility. Please note that the Department of Human Services must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended. 

 

Posting Identification Number  45396

 

 

Why Work for Illinois?

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.

 

No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

Position Overview

The Division of Rehabilitation Services is seeking to hire a dynamic and detail-oriented professional to serve as Director of Curriculum and Education and provide administration direction for the Illinois School for the Deaf (ISD). The Director of Curriculum and Instruction administers and/or facilitates curricular placement testing for students across campus as needed throughout the school year. This position develops and maintains a curricular scope and sequence for the school in all subject areas taught and confers with school administrators and teachers regarding the academic needs of the students served at the school. The Director of Curriculum and Instruction also assists school staff in curriculum development and assessment techniques, writing measurable teaching objectives, and lesson plan development and serves as a working supervisor.

Essential Functions

  • Serves as the Director of Curriculum and Instruction at the Illinois School for the Deaf (ISD).

  • Administers and/or facilitates curricular placement testing for students across campus as needed throughout the school year. 

  • Develops and maintains a curricular scope and sequence for the school in all subject areas taught.

  • Serves as a working supervisor. 

  • Confers with school administrators and teachers regarding the academic needs of the students served at the school.

  • Assists school staff in curriculum development and assessment techniques, writing measurable teaching objectives, and lesson plan development.

  • Serves as a school administrator for establishing and reviewing educational curricula, lesson plans and progress for students.

  • Performs other duties as assigned or required which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Requires a master’s degree in education of the deaf or a directly related field and a current and valid Illinois Board of Education (ISBE)- issued Professional Educator License (PEL) with a General Administrative Endorsement.

  • Requires three (3) years of experience in teaching students who are deaf or hard of hearing.

  • Requires the ability to communicate in sign language at the advanced level.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Three (3) years of professional experience ensuring educational programing and school courses are compliant with school codes, state and federal statutes and regulations, including formulating, interpreting and executing educational policies and procedures. 

  • Three (3) years of professional supervisory experience assigning work, providing guidance to subordinates, recommending counseling and/or discipline following collective bargaining agreements, training staff, approving time off, and preparing and signing performance evaluations.

  • Three (3) years of professional experience administering assessments to deaf and hard of hearing students.

  • Three (3) years of professional experience researching, providing training on, and implementing various curricula in an educational environment.

  • Three (3) years of professional experience developing and maintaining professional working relationships with administration, teachers, staff, students, parents, vendors and the public.

  • Three (3) years of professional experience meeting deadlines with strong attention to detail while multi-tasking multiple projects.

Conditions of Employment

  • Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.

  • Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.

  • This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.

*The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

Work Hours:  8:00am - 4:30pm, Monday-Friday; 1-hour unpaid lunch
Work Location: 125 S Webster Ave, Jacksonville, Illinois, 62650 

Division of Rehabilitation Services

Illinois School for the Deaf

Assistant Sup-Curriculum/Media Center
Agency Contact: DHS.HiringUnit@illinois.gov
Posting Group: Leadership & Management; Education; Social Services 

 

About the Agency:

The Illinois Department of Human Services serves families in need across Illinois. Our mission is providing equitable access to social services, supports, programs and resources to enhance the lives of all who we serve. We are committed to the core values of Human Dignity, Equity, Community, Urgency, Transparency and Kindness.

 

As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:

  • A Pension Program

  • Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance

  • 3 Paid Personal Business Days annually

  • 12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)

  • 10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)

    • Personal, Sick, & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour & part-time work schedules (as applicable)

  • 13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years

  • Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)

  • 12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave

  • Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan

  • Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)

  • Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility

  • GI Bill® Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans

  • 5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions

  • Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)

For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx

 

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

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If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:

State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid

Non-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.

State employees should include temporary assignment in the application profile. Temporary assignment verification forms can be uploaded to the Additional Documents section.

 

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Nearest Major Market: Springfield

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