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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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The Renewable Energy Support Specialist is a grant-funded position through December 31, 2027, and will provide guidance, resources, and hands-on support to school districts as they plan and implement renewable energy projects.


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We are seeking a visionary and collaborative leader to serve as Executive Director. The ideal candidate will bring proven experience in educational administration, a deep commitment to special education, and a genuine passion for empowering students who have vision or hearing losses that require a functional academic curriculum. This role requires a dynamic individual who can successfully oversee both educational and residential programs while building strong partnerships with families, staff, school districts, and state and federal agencies.

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Child Nutrition Program Monitor (Principal Consultant #690)101195 ​Reporting to the Supervisor, performs work ranging from moderate to considerable complexity applying practices and technical expertise in the areas of nutrition, financial management, and child nutrition program management; coordinates monitoring programs with LEAs, ROEs, and other sponsoring organizations for the purpose of determining fiscal and programmatic compliance with applicable federal and state rules and regulations, agency guidelines and the enhancement of the quality of the programs. (This position will work primarily in Lake, McHenry, Northern Cook and DuPage counties . Residency for this position is required within Lake or Northern Cook county - to commence no later than 30 days following the date of hire.) 9/8/2025 5:18:24 PMIndependently, or as a member or leader of a team, conducts monitoring reviews of school food authorities, child care centers, child care home providers and other community 1509https://www.isbe.net/Lists/ISBECareers/AllItems.aspxFalseSafe & Healthy Climate690
Assistant Legal Counsel #176497556 ​Attorney will report to the Director of Legal Counsel and provide support to the Wellness and Student Care Department including, but not limited to, restraint/time out, student discipline/exclusion, bullying, and student social/emotional health. Areas covered by the Wellness and Student Care Department are required by statute and address aspects of education that are fundamental to educational equity. 8/28/2025 7:02:45 PMSalary commensurate with education and experience Analyzes, reviews, and investigates potential violations of the school code pertaining to student care, wellness and safety 2427https://www.isbe.net/Lists/ISBECareers/AllItems.aspxFalseLegal1764
Special Education Facility Rate Analyst (Principal Consultant #1943, 1948)308149 Reporting to the Supervisor, performs tuition rate calculations for public special education facilities for presentation and approval by the Illinois Purchased Care Review Board. ​ 8/28/2025 6:55:14 PMDetermines allowable costs using cost reports in order to calculate tuition per diem rates for public special education facilities using standards and criteria defined by Illinois 3137https://www.isbe.net/Lists/ISBECareers/AllItems.aspxFalseFunding & Disbursements1943, 1948
Renewable Energy Specialist (Principal Consultant #1940, 1941)4632 ​The Renewable Energy Support Specialist is a grant-funded position through December 31, 2027 , and will provide guidance, resources, and hands-on support to school districts as they plan and implement renewable energy projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of renewable energy technologies, project management, and educational systems. They will work directly with school district stakeholders, local and state agencies, and energy providers to ensure seamless integration of renewable energy systems such as solar, wind, and other energy-efficient solutions.​ 9/22/2025 4:32:12 PMProvides technical assistance and support to school districts to meet the requirements of the grant from the Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicles Grant Program 5379https://www.isbe.net/Lists/ISBECareers/AllItems.aspxFalseSchool Business Services1940, 1941
Complaint Investigator (Principal Consultant #1538)36037 ​Reporting to the Director, responds to and conducts complaint investigations as part of special education dispute resolution requirements; participates in programs and processes that support special education compliance and outcomes for students with disabilities. 9/8/2025 5:19:52 PMConducts complaint investigations and provides technical assistance to other program staff to ensure consistency in the interpretation and application of federal and state 6733https://www.isbe.net/Lists/ISBECareers/AllItems.aspxFalseSpecial Education1538
Grant Reviewer (Principal Consultant #228)62618 Reporting to the Director, assists in the administration of department grant programs related to the whole child; provides ongoing technical assistance and monitoring of state and/or federal grant programs, including review of disapproval/approval or grant objectives, goals, and activities. Assists with the writing, review, and implementation of federal and state request for proposals and grant administration, provides grant-related technical assistance to schools, districts, and community-based organizations, creates resources and supplemental materials for grant programs. Provides supports for specialized projects, as necessary. ​ 7/1/2025 12:57:43 PMAdministers grant programs that focus on the whole child including but not limited to After School Program Grants, 21st Century Community Learning Centers and/or other federal or 6694https://www.isbe.net/Lists/ISBECareers/AllItems.aspxFalseWellness & Student Care228
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 4306https://www.isbe.net/Lists/ISBECareers/AllItems.aspxFalseData, Accountability & Assessment957
Administrative Support (Program Specialist II #1663)82356 Reporting to the Director, serves as the primary receptionist and clerical support for the Multilingual / Language Development department. Daily work includes answering main telephone lines; asking probing questions of callers in order to accurately direct and/or log calls; and monitoring and directing communication from department general inbox. Daily work also includes supporting department administration and staff, note taking, general clerical work, and data entry projects to support department needs.​ ​ 9/19/2025 2:50:42 PMProvides clerical support to the department by finalizing a variety of correspondence, reports, and presentations Responding to inquiries requiring general knowledge of program 1816https://www.isbe.net/Lists/ISBECareers/AllItems.aspxFalseMultilingual/Language Development1663
Administrative Support (Program Specialist II #1563)82362 Reporting to the Director, provides clerical support to the Director and professional staff of the department. Daily work includes gathering information and responding to inquiries, decision making, interpretation and application of A​gency and department policies and procedures.​ 9/19/2025 2:55:45 PMProvides general clerical and operational support to the department Answers and forwards telephone calls and emails Responds to inquiries requiring general knowledge of program 1774https://www.isbe.net/Lists/ISBECareers/AllItems.aspxFalseData Strategies & Analytics1563
Editing Monitor (Principal Consultant #1111)99186 Reporting to a Supervisor, is responsible for editing reports and other documents prepared by authors; assists authors in assuring the consistency of reports and documents with all requirements for release and publication; prepares and develops documents as assigned by department management; monitors assigned districts and supports the monitoring team. ​ 8/29/2025 8:58:02 PMMonitors assigned districts as directed and supports the monitoring team Takes technical assistance calls as assigned Prepares and edits documents required by the Agency in the 3550https://www.isbe.net/Lists/ISBECareers/AllItems.aspxFalseSpecial Education1111

​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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