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Zion Elementary School District 6
Zion, Illinois

Announcement of Superintendent Vacancy

The Zion Elementary School District 6 Board of Education announces the commencement of a search for a new Superintendent of Schools who will assume responsibilities on July 1, 2024.  This is a unique professional opportunity for a qualified and experienced administrator to provide leadership to a diverse/multicultural suburban school district located a short drive south of the Illinois/Wisconsin border and about 45 minutes north of the City of Chicago and a similar distance south of Milwaukee.

Zion Elementary School District 6 serves students from preschool through eighth grade.  District 6 encompasses a student population of 2,200 at five elementary and two middle schools. The district is committed to developing children who are confident and creative learners. District 6 provides a rigorous curriculum and a supportive school environment that embodies the District 6 vision statement, “In partnership with families and community, Zion Elementary School District strives for educational excellence through teaching, empowerment, advocacy and motivation”. District 6 is also fortunate to be in a sound financial position.

The schools are supported by a highly qualified and dedicated faculty and by a committed and supportive Board of Education.  Additional information about the school district may be found at www.zion6org.

Application Procedure

Interested candidates need to complete the online application process at www.bwpassociates.com.  Candidates are urged to respond as soon as possible but no later than November 10, 2023.

An application should include:

• A completed online Applicant Data Form
• A letter of application indicating qualifications and reasons for interest in the position
• A current resume
• College/University transcripts
• Three to four letters of recommendation
• Evidence of eligibility to be a Superintendent in Illinois

All required materials are to be submitted online at www.bwpassociates.com. 

Application materials will be treated confidentially. Applicants are requested not to contact members of the Board of Education.

A regionally competitive compensation package will be offered to the successful candidate.

Each candidate will be informed of the Board’s selection and appointment of the new Superintendent. The final selection and appointment are the sole responsibility of the Board of Education.

BWP and Associates, Ltd.
872 South Milwaukee Avenue, #221
Libertyville, IL 60048

For additional information, please contact BWP search consultants:

                   Dr. Sheila Harrison-Williams                          708-935-0471
                   Dr. Mark Friedman                                           847-975-8393
                   Dr. Victoria Hansen                                          708-257-7625                                                                     

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