Director – Culture and Climate

COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT 94
WEST CHICAGO, IL  60185

2026-2027

**Anticipated Vacancy Available**

JOB TITLE          Director - Culture and Climate

SUMMARY          It is the responsibility of the Director of Culture and Climate to lead the development and implementation of strategies that promote a positive, inclusive, and supportive school environment, ensuring that the comprehensive needs of every student are met through effective programs, interventions, and                                            community engagement.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (other duties and responsibilities may be assigned)

• Oversees the implementation of MTSS to ensure students' academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs are met.
• Collaborates with staff to develop interventions and strategies for at-risk students.
• Oversees and coordinates summer school programming.
• Oversess Student Resource Center (SRC), including certified and support staff.
• Monitors and analyzes data to ensure effectiveness and make necessary adjustments.
• Supervises and provides guidance to the Deans in managing student discipline and supporting positive student behavior.
• Ensures consistency in the implementation of school policies and procedures related to student conduct.
• Fosters a supportive environment for both students and staff.
• Oversees the Family Outreach Program, developing and implementing strategies for engaging families in their students' educational experiences.
• Cultivates partnerships with community organizations to support students and their families.
• Coordinates events and resources that enhance family-school collaboration.
• Oversees the Activities Director's efforts to provide enriching extracurricular activities for students.
• Leads initiatives to foster a respectful, inclusive, and engaging school environment for all students.
• Encourages student leadership and creates opportunities for students to be involved in shaping school culture.
• Collaborates with faculty, staff, and students to ensure a safe and supportive climate for learning.
• Actively promotes mental health and wellness initiatives across the school community.
• Serves on committees as delegated by the Principal.
• Serves as a member of the Principal's Advisory Council.
• Provides lunchroom supervision and extracurricular event supervision.
• Evaluates certified and non-certified staff.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Administrative Assistant, Deans of Students, Family Outreach Coordinator, SRC

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND EXPERIENCE 

• ISBE PEL with administrative endorsement
• Previous administrative experience preferred

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Must be able to perform all of the duties and responsibilities of the position
• Thorough knowledge of teaching, supervision, communication, human relations, and guidance skills
• Demonstrated leadership ability
• Ability to communicate effectively and accurately, both orally and in writing, in English
• Ability to communicate effectively and accurately, both orally and in writing, in Spanish
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with both internal and external constituents
• Ability to make independent decisions in accordance with established policies and procedures
• Ability to deal with difficult situations courteously and tactfully

PAY TRANSPARENCY

This position offers a starting salary range of $115,000 to $130,000, with the final salary based on experience and qualifications. Pay scale and benefit information is available on our website HERE.

APPLICATION PROCESS 

APPLY HERE

Internal applicants:  Please choose the Internal Applicants section.

APPLICATION DEADLINE

Contractual language requires that positions be posted for a minimum of five business days. Positions will be posted until filled.

NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION:

Equal educational and extracurricular opportunities shall be available for all students without regard to color, race, nationality, religion, sex, sexual orientation, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, gender identity, status of being homeless, immigration status, order of protection status, actual or potential marital or parental status, including pregnancy. Further, the District will not knowingly enter into agreements with any entity or any individual that discriminates against students on the basis of sex or any other protected status, except that the District remains viewpoint neutral when granting access to school facilities under School Board Policy 8:20, Community Use of School Facilities. Any student may file a discrimination grievance by using Board policy 2:260, Uniform Grievance Procedure.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: 

NON-DISCRIMINATION COORDINATOR

Jessica Iovinelli
Executive Director of Human Resources
326 Joliet Street
West Chicago, IL 60185
630-876-6216

For further information on notice of non-discrimination, click here for the address and phone number of the office that serves your area, or call 1-800-421-3481.