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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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Web Developer (Principal Consultant #1081, 1920, 1937)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. 2/18/2026 5:50:41 PMInvolved throughout the entire project lifecycle including concept and design, prototyping, development, production, quality assurance and testing, deployment and maintenance of 27926https://www.isbe.net/Lists/ISBECareers/AllItems.aspxFalseSoftware Solutions1081, 1920, 1937
Educator Preparation and Licensure Projects Coordinator (Principal Consultant #1640)4355 Reporting to the Supervisor, this position will work closely with Educator Preparation Providers (EPPs--mostly colleges and universities) across the state to prepare individuals to become teachers and other educators. Duties range from supporting EPPs as they develop new preparation programs and incorporate new standards into their programs, representing the department and ISBE at stakeholder meetings, assisting stakeholders such as EPPs and prospective or current teachers with educator licensure questions, and leading or participating in ISBE efforts to combat teacher shortages. Additionally, this individual will work on yearly development and enhancement of the Illinois Educator Preparation Profile (IEPP) and the Annual Program Report (APR) data application. This individual will also provide oversight of grants and contracts awarded through the Educator Effectiveness Department. This individual will work as part of a team on some initiatives, but will also work autonomously on various projects and tasks. ​ 2/18/2026 2:54:19 PMLeads and serves as a team member for various department projects and initiatives related to educator preparation, recruitment, and retention as well as projects and efforts 1389https://www.isbe.net/Lists/ISBECareers/AllItems.aspxFalseEducator Effectiveness1640
Data Engineer (Principal Consultant #1086, 1858)56739 Software Solutions department is seeking a skilled and experienced Data Engineer to provide support for Agency initiatives revolving around the ISBE data warehouse. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in data architecture, data modeling, and Extract, Transform, Load (ETL) processes. This position functions under general supervision and reports to a Supervisor. ​ 2/18/2026 2:57:50 PMDevelops, optimizes, and troubleshoots ETL/ELT processes to extract, transform, and load data from multiple sources Supports ongoing data warehouse operations such as data 1308https://www.isbe.net/Lists/ISBECareers/AllItems.aspxFalseSoftware Solutions1086, 1858
Administrative Assistant III (Administrative Assistant III #12)56421 ​​​Reporting to the Chief Governmental Relations Officer, performs highly skilled administrative support duties. 2/17/2026 6:23:56 PMCoordinates appointments and organizes schedule for the Chief Governmental Relations Officer Performs duties such as scheduling meetings, making travel arrangements, and 1379https://www.isbe.net/Lists/ISBECareers/AllItems.aspxFalseGovernmental Relations12
Internal Auditor III (Internal Auditor III #1668)56426 Reporting to the Chief Internal Audit Officer, coordinates and performs complex professional duties in auditing State Board of Education programs and activities for determining compliance with federal and state regulations, for assessing risks and evaluating the adequacy of internal controls, and for reviewing the effectiveness and efficiency of operations.​ 2/17/2026 6:33:56 PMCoordinates and leads the internal audit team for audits by determining risks and evaluating the control environment; developing audit objectives and scope; developing audit 1180https://www.isbe.net/Lists/ISBECareers/AllItems.aspxFalseInternal Audit1668
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 8891https://www.isbe.net/Lists/ISBECareers/AllItems.aspxFalseSchool/District Improvement1739
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 3467https://www.isbe.net/Lists/ISBECareers/AllItems.aspxFalseSchool Business Services652
Program Monitor-Specialized Placement (Principal Consultant #410)179876 Reporting to the Supervisor, is responsible for the development, implementation and evaluation of programs which impact on the services to students who have or are suspected of having a disability; monitors and approves programs; participates in the review and recommendation for approval of contracts, grants or projects; acts as a communication link between various public entities; provides programmatic consultation and assists in the overall department facilitation of activities for the purpose of improving educational programs. ​ 1/28/2026 10:27:44 PMAssists in the administration of the public and nonpublic Special Education Facility System including evaluation and approval of nonpublic Special Education Facility applications 2912https://www.isbe.net/Lists/ISBECareers/AllItems.aspxFalseSpecial Education410
Principal Consultant (Principal Consultant #1533)179879 ​​Reporting to the Supervisor, performs duties concentrated in the area of school health issues and grant administration. 1/28/2026 10:30:06 PMServes as the Agency resource with regards to school health issues including individual health care plans, IEPs, 504 plans, food allergies, diabetes, and medical plans 2938https://www.isbe.net/Lists/ISBECareers/AllItems.aspxFalseWellness & Student Care1533
Department Supervisor (Supervisor #1954)322211 ​​​​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 Director, this position will oversee a subset of staff in the department and a subset of projects and tasks primarily related to preparing, licensing, recruiting, and retaining strong educators. For example, the Supervisor will oversee staff, as well as project planning and implementation, for the state’s National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS) program, as well as lead efforts with their team to enhance and expand the state’s Illinois Educator Preparation Profile (IEPP), which is a public-facing report card for educator preparation providers. The department seeks an innovative, results-focused individual who will help the department continuously improve its processes and policies to best serve educators, educator preparation programs, regional offices of education, and ultimately, the children in our state’s schools. The Supervisor will work closely with other department managers to provide a supportive, growth-focused environment for team members and to use data-informed approaches to enhance and streamline department work. ​ 11/19/2025 7:14:06 PMPlans, assigns/reassigns, prioritizes, and reviews work assignments Approves/denies use of benefit time Establishes and oversees performance and productivity goals and objectives 4774https://www.isbe.net/Lists/ISBECareers/AllItems.aspxFalseEducator Effectiveness1954

​Illinois State Board of Education provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.​

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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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