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We would like to invite you to “Discover an A+ Career in Education” at the Illinois ​State Board of Education. Become a part of the transformation in education in the state. We are looking for innovative thinkers and visionaries, which will foster change to ensure that every child, from cradle to career, succeeds in Illinois.

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Program Coordination for the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS) Program (Principal Consultant #1955. 1956, 1957)66316 The Educator Effectiveness department seeks to add new talent to its team! This department oversees educator licensure and professional development, educator preparation, and other educator pipeline initiatives that seek to recruit and retain high quality educators in our state’s public schools. Reporting to the supervisor, this position will lead administration and growth efforts for the state’s National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS) program. The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) is assuming oversight of the program beginning July 1, 2026. This position, along with a small team of individuals, will work closely with NBPTS and ISBE management to develop and refine processes for recruiting, supporting, and providing incentives to National Board Certified Teachers (NBCTS) and prospective NBCTS. ISBE seeks innovative, results-focused individuals to design, develop, implement, and support the program. During recruitment events, daytime travel and some overnight travel may be expected. During less busy periods, this position will support and lead other initiatives related to educator licensure, preparation, recruitment, and retention, including review and approval of applications for licensure. ​ 12/1/2025 4:12:04 PMLead and participate in projects and tasks to administer the state’s National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS) program, which may include but is not limited to 2770https://www.isbe.net/Lists/ISBECareers/AllItems.aspxFalseEducator Effectiveness1955, 1956, 1957
Center Receptionist (Program Specialist I #957)76854 Reporting to the Executive Director, serves as the primary Receptionist for all departments in the Data, Accountability & Assessment Center (Data Strategies & Analytics, Assessment, and Accountability). Daily work includes working the departments' switchboards, answering main telephone lines, asking probing questions of callers in order to accurately direct and/or log calls, and monitoring and directing communication from multiple inboxes. Each department will have a "busy" period during which the majority of calls received will be for a particular department, but calls for all departments will come in year-round. 8/15/2025 7:25:47 PMServes as the Receptionist for all departments in the Data, Accountability & Assessment Center (Data Strategies & Analytics, Assessment, Accountability 8111https://www.isbe.net/Lists/ISBECareers/AllItems.aspxFalseData, Accountability & Assessment957
School Improvement Coordination (Principal Consultant #1739)99187 Reporting to the Director of School/District Improvement, this position provides leadership and advocates for equity for all students. School improvement coordinators execute the policies and expectations of the State Board of Education (ISBE), and function as a liaison between ISBE, ROEs/ISCs, the school/district, and school improvement professional learning partners. This position advocates for underserved students (e.g., English learners, special education students, students of color or poverty) to ensure inclusion and a sense of belonging and resources to achieve equity and access for all students across all Illinois districts. ​ 8/29/2025 9:01:15 PMConsults with schools on smart goal development for ELA and math and expectations for school improvement plan Facilitates data meetings with schools and learning partners in 6258https://www.isbe.net/Lists/ISBECareers/AllItems.aspxFalseSchool/District Improvement1739
Principal Consultant - SigDisPro (Principal Consultant #1155)107841 Reporting to a Supervisor, is responsible for the development, implementation and evaluation of programs and procedural systems which impact equity and discipline of students who have a disability; monitors state performance plan indicators related to equity and discipline; participates in the review and recommendations for related contracts, grants, or projects; acts as a communication link between various public entities; provides programmatic consultation and assists in the department's overall activities related to the support and improvement of educational programs. ​ 9/17/2025 8:51:08 PMCoordinates the ongoing development, implementation, evaluation, and oversight of programs and activities related to disproportionality of students having or suspected of having a 3929https://www.isbe.net/Lists/ISBECareers/AllItems.aspxFalseSpecial Education1155
Obligations Specialist (Consultant #776)113665 Reporting to the Director, performs duties utilizing agency and external contract, procurement and accounting principles in the maintenance of agency obligations and financial transactions through the Agency's internal accounting system. ​ 12/4/2025 2:39:04 PMReviews all requests for contracts to determine if needed documentation and supporting documents comply with agency fiscal and procurement policies, applicable laws and rules 1481https://www.isbe.net/Lists/ISBECareers/AllItems.aspxFalseProcurement Services776
Chief Communications Officer #1963114554 ​Reporting to the State Superintendent of Education, leads the development and implementation of Agency communications; responsible for directing activities in the Public Relations and Family and Community Engagement Department; serves as Chief Spokesperson for the State Superintendent/ISBE focusing on ISBE’s priorities with the public and media. Collaborates with all other departments to enhance the reach, engagement, and visibility of Agency programs. 12/22/2025 8:56:25 PMSalary commensurate with education and experience Supervises and directs the day-to-day management of the Public Relations and Family and Community Engagement Department 3477https://www.isbe.net/Lists/ISBECareers/AllItems.aspxFalseCommunications1963
Regional Financial Consultant - Northern Region (Principal Consultant #652)124851 Reporting to the Supervisor, provides specialized consultative services in the primary areas of school finance and business services. THIS POSITION SERVES THE NORTHERN IL REGION. 12/15/2025 6:36:52 PMConducts outreach and provides technical assistance to regional offices of education, district personnel, financial oversight panels, other administrative entities, and agency 938https://www.isbe.net/Lists/ISBECareers/AllItems.aspxFalseSchool Business Services652
Web Developer (Principal Consultant #1081, 1937, 1920)159680 ​ISBE is looking for experienced talent to add to our Software Solutions team! This position will work collaboratively with program and software solutions staff to build sophisticated web applications and maintain those systems. This is an opportunity for an experienced web developer to design, develop and implement software solutions and bring innovation to an education data systems environment and make recommendations on the use of new and emerging technologies. This position functions under general supervision and reports to a supervisor. 11/20/2025 5:47:03 PMInvolved throughout the entire project lifecycle including concept and design, prototyping, development, production, quality assurance and testing, deployment and maintenance of 24298https://www.isbe.net/Lists/ISBECareers/AllItems.aspxFalseSoftware Solutions1081, 1937, 1920
Supervisor ROE/ISC (Supervisor #1953)160720 ​Reporting to the director of ROE/ISC, the ROE/ISC supervisor applies Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) equity tools and evaluations to all projects; integrates and demonstrates solid knowledge of the policies and expectations of the State Board of Education; supervises staff; directs, oversees and administers programs and operations within the ROE/ISC department; serves as a liaison between agency departments; supports the ROEs/ISCs in their compliance work; and monitors all aspects of the agency’s connections to and work with ROEs/ISCs. 11/25/2025 7:35:07 PMSalary commensurate with education and experience Serves as a liaison to Regional Offices of Education (ROEs), Intermediate Service Centers (ISCs), and the Illinois Association of 2429https://www.isbe.net/Lists/ISBECareers/AllItems.aspxFalseROE/ISC1953
Learning and Development Lead (Organizational Development Lead #1959)318987 ​​​Reporting to the Director, the Learning and Development Lead is responsible for designing, implementing, and evaluating training and career development programs that support employee growth and organizational success. This role partners with department leaders to align learning initiatives with strategic goals, ensuring employees are equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive. ​ 12/16/2025 3:44:48 PMOrganizes and facilitates workshops, seminars, and training sessions to enhance employee skills Assesses staff competencies and identifies training needs to tailor development 2195https://www.isbe.net/Lists/ISBECareers/AllItems.aspxFalseOrganizational Development1959

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We would like to invite you to “Discover an A+ Career in Education” at the Illinois ​State Board of Education. Become a part of the transformation in education in the state. We are looking for innovative thinkers and visionaries, which will foster change to ensure that every child, from cradle to career, succeeds in Illinois.

Below you will find all of the current opportunities that are available​ at the Illinois State Board of Education.  You can choose to browse all opportunities or utilize the filters on the left to narrow down your choices!​​​​​​

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