Job Description

Jersey Community Unit School District No. 100
100 Lincoln Ave., Jerseyville, IL 62052

618-498-5561

Job Description

Position: Part-Time, Grant-Funded Program Director

School Year: Beginning 2024-25 for a Three-Year Grant Cycle

Job Summary

Jersey Community Unit School District No. 100 is seeking a dedicated and passionate 21st Century Community Learning

Centers (CCLC) Project Director to assist and promote Jersey Community Unit School District in implementing an

afterschool program that supports student success, achievement and enrichment opportunities. This role involves

overseeing all aspects of the development, implementation, and management of the Illinois 21st CCLC Program at the

assigned district. This is a part-time, grant-funded position, and does not include benefits. The person in this role

reports to the Assistant Superintendent over Curriculum & Instruction, Technology, and Grants.

Building / Location

All school buildings.

Essential Performance Requirements

• Articulate the 21st CCLC Program Vision, Mission, and Objectives to staff, administrators, students, families,

and community leaders to generate support in identifying problems and generating solutions through
collaborative discussion in regular meetings.

• Coordinate the 21st CCLC Program implementation at each Center with the Site Coordinator, appropriate

District Administrators, participating Center Administrators, and Service Providers.

• Develop and implement marketing and recruiting strategies along with appropriate communication goals and

objectives for all centers.

• Create, publish, and implement effective procedures and policies to ensure an effective program.
• Present opportunities to provide students with a broad array of additional programs, activities, and services to

reinforce and complement the regular school day.

• Serve as Liaison for JEA, District, and all school sites in regard to the 21st CCLC Program.
• Offer opportunities for parents and students to engage in Family Engagement Activities.
• Ensure program variety remains unique and challenging.
• Respond to concerns of participating campus administrators and service providers.
• Generate an evaluation plan with either an internal or external evaluator.
• Attend all required 21st CCLC Trainings, Webinars, Conference Calls, and Meetings.
• Establish and monitor each center's budget and overall budget for operations.
• Prepare and provide reports as required while maintaining appropriate data.

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• Coordinate with community stakeholders to establish a sustainability plan to be implemented after grant

funding concludes.

• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Service Excellence

• Management of Site Coordinators and Program Staff as required.
• Communicate and promote high expectation levels with corresponding recognition for excellence and

achievement.

• Establish an environment of success through positive staff morale and program achievement.
• Monitor and ensure all compliance documentation is in line with 21st CCLC Program requirements including

day-to-day collection, personnel procedures, and fiscal responsibilities.

• Mediate and facilitate effective resolution of conflicts in a timely fashion.
• Encourage consensus building and team decision processes.
• Manage the use of office facilities to ensure a clean, orderly, and safe office.
• Assess personnel performance and develop professional training to address gaps or to enhance existing

positive traits while fostering a train-the-trainer atmosphere.

• Actively engage in professional and personal development through a development plan.
• Network with other Project Directors and professionals through the 21st CCLC network.
• Conduct oneself in a professional, ethical manner, in accordance with accepted community standards and the

organization’s code of ethics.

Minimum Qualifications

Professional Educator Licence, K-12, with the State of Illinois

Preferred Qualifications

• Administrative Experience in K-12 Education.
• Supervisory experience of small to medium teams.
• Three years experience in an educational and/or social work setting.
• Experience in fiscal/budget management, data reporting, and management information systems.
• Experience in program development, marketing, implementation, and evaluation.
• Working knowledge of local youth service organizations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organization and time management skills .

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong computer proficiency using both Google and Microsoft Office products.

Physical and Mental Demands

• Standard physical activity such as periodic standing, walking, sitting, basic motor skills to access computer files

for information or simple data entry.

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• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); interpret policy, procedures, and data; coordinate

campus functions; maintain emotional control under stress.

• May occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Disclaimer

The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people
assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills
required of personnel. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time
to time, as needed.

Coaching Opportunities

There may be coaching opportunities for the selected candidate.

Salary Range

$40,000 - $50,000

Application Procedures

Candidates are invited to apply by submitting the following information digitally to Dr. Jason Brunaugh , Director of

Finance and Human Resources , at [email protected]:

Internal Candidate

• Formal letter of interest

External Candidate

• Formal letter of interest
• Resume
• Three letters of reference
• Employment Application (Not applicable for long-term subs)

(Educators / Coaches - Include all items below that apply)

• Proof of Licensure in the State of Illinois as an educator (teachers, paraprofessionals)

Unofficial transcripts (Educators Only)

(Applicant should have official transcripts sent from the institution when requested by the District ASEP Certification (Coaches Only)

Jersey Community District No. 100 offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including many

professional development opportunities and an instructional climate that is second to none. An FBI

fingerprint/background check will be required of all candidates who are hired.

Applicants for admission or employment, students, parents of elementary and secondary school students, employees,

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sources of referral, and all professional organizations that have entered into agreements with Jersey Community Unit
School District No. 100 are hereby notified that our school district does not discriminate based on race, color, national
origin, sex, age, religion, or disability in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its programs and
activities. Inquiries or concerns regarding the application of this notice may be referred to our School District’s
Compliance Coordinator for civil rights laws. Any person who is unable to resolve a problem or grievance arising under
Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the
Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and other federal laws and regulations may contact
the Office for Civil Rights. Any person having questions regarding the above is directed to contact Jersey Community
Unit School District No. 100, Non-discrimination Liaisons, Mr. Cory Breden or Dr. Kate Sievers at 100 Lincoln Ave.,
Jerseyville, IL 62052, or call 618-498-5561.

2/4/2025

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Job Tags

Part time, Local area,

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