Assistant Superintendent Jobs in Illinois

An Assistant Superintendent in school administration plays a key role in assisting the superintendent in the execution of duties, including but not limited to facilitating communication, implementing policies, planning and developing curriculum, and managing staff. They may also oversee specific departments such as human resources, finance, or curriculum, depending on the needs of the school district. They act as liaisons between the school staff, parents, students, and the local community to ensure that educational goals are met.

Potential Assistant Superintendents should possess a strong understanding of educational principles, excellent leadership and communication skills, as well as strong financial acumen. They should also have a background in school administration, ideally with a Master's degree in Education Administration or related field. Certifications such as Professional Superintendent Certification or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) can also be beneficial, depending on the specific role within the administrative team. Prior to assuming this position, a person may have held roles such as a School Principal, Director of Curriculum, or School Business Administrator.

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Assistant Superintendent for Student Learning

  • Oak Park, IL
  • 7 hours ago
  • Oak Park, IL
  • 7 hours ago

The Assistant Superintendent for Student Learning supervises and evaluates the Director of Student Learning, and the Division Heads....

Assistant Superintendent - David L. Fields Building

  • Danville, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Danville, IL
  • 3 days ago

Assistant Superintendent - David L....

Deputy Superintendent for Operational Services 1 Vacancy

  • Forest Park, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Forest Park, IL
  • 3 days ago

Deputy Superintendent for Operational Services 1 Vacancy JobID: 8750 Position Type: Administration/Deputy Superintendent Date Posted: 4/10/2025 Location: Proviso Township High Schools Date...

Assistant Superintendent for Student Learning

  • Oak Park, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Oak Park, IL
  • 3 days ago

Provides oversight for teacher evaluations and serves on the District Performance Evaluation (PERA) committee....

Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning

  • Bensenville, IL
  • 11 days ago
  • Bensenville, IL
  • 11 days ago

Position Type: Administration/Assistant Superintendent Date Posted: 3/31/2025 Location: Bensenville Elementary School District 2 Date Available: 06/01/2025   Additional Information: Show/Hide...

Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning

  • Wheaton, IL
  • 14 days ago
  • Wheaton, IL
  • 14 days ago

Position Type: Administration/ Assistant Superintendent Date Posted: 3/31/2025 Location: Bensenville Elementary School District 2 Date Available: 06/01/2025 District:   Bensenville Elementary School...

Openings as of 3/29/2025 Executive Administrative Assistant to Assistant Superintendent for Finance and Operations/CSBO JobID: 10085 Position Type: Secretarial/Clerical Date Posted: 3/27/2025 Location...

This position will also support the Assistant Superintendent by managing calendars, coordinating meetings and events, handling correspondence, and performing data entry as needed....

Assistant Superintendent of Student Success and Diverse Programs

  • Kankakee, IL
  • 26 days ago
  • Kankakee, IL
  • 26 days ago

James Henderson Interim Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources EOE/AA/D/V #LI-KANKAKEE111...

Assistant Superintendent of Transportation

  • Bridgeview, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bridgeview, IL
  • 30+ days ago

Pace Bus Company Assistant Superintendent of Transportation in Brideview , Illinois This job was posted by : For more information, please see: Location: Markham Office: Revenue Services Department:...

Assistant Superintendent of Transportation

  • Arlington Heights, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Arlington Heights, IL
  • 30+ days ago

Employment Opportunity - Assistant Superintendent of Transportation (Markham) Location: Markham Office: Revenue Services Department: Bus Operations Company Overview: Pace is the premier suburban transit...

Assistant Superintendent For Student Services

  • Naperville, IL
  • 45+ days ago
  • Naperville, IL
  • 45+ days ago

Position Type: Administration/ Assistant Superintendent for Student Services Date Posted: 2/25/2025 Location: Crouse Education Center Date Available: 07/01/2025 Closing Date: 03/18/2025    SUMMARY...

Operations Assistant Superintendent - Chicago Liquids

  • Chicago, IL
  • 45+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 45+ days ago

Kinder Morgan, one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America, has been in operation since 1997. Over the years, we have understood that not only do our people contribute to...

Assistant Superintendent of Operations

  • Elgin, IL
  • 60+ days ago
  • Elgin, IL
  • 60+ days ago

The Assistant Superintendent of Operations ensures the delivery of safe, efficient, and innovative services that support student learning, staff productivity, and district goals....

Deputy Superintendent of Operations (CSBO/COO)

  • Elgin, IL
  • 60+ days ago
  • Elgin, IL
  • 60+ days ago

The Deputy Superintendent of Operations (CSBO/COO) will work collaboratively with the Deputy Superintendent of Instruction, Chief Legal Officer and the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources and...

Demographic Data for Illinois

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Salary for Assistant Superintendent Jobs in Illinois

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireSchoolAdministrators research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Assistant Superintendents in Illinois offer the following education background
Master's Degree
44.9%
Doctorate Degree
41.3%
Bachelor's Degree
9.2%
High School or GED
1.6%
Associate's Degree
1.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.3%
Some College
0.2%
Some High School
0.0%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Assistant Superintendents in Illinois
2-4 years
38.4%
4-6 years
33.8%
1-2 years
11.7%
Less than 1 year
6.6%
8-10 years
4.7%
6-8 years
4.6%
10+ years
0.1%



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