Equity and Inclusion Liaison

Position	Equity and Inclusion Liaison
Building	Glenbard East
Term	2025-26
Position Type	Schedule B, Group 4
Closing Date	6/5/25 - or until filled

Position Summary

Glenbard Township HSD 87 is committed to closing opportunity gaps that are manifested in the achievement gap.  The primary goal of this position is to develop and implement targeted and specific programming that leads to improved outcomes for all students, especially students of color.  This position reports directly to the Principal or Principal Designee, as well as the Assistant Director for Student Services, English Learners and Equity at the District Office.

Qualifications

Valid Illinois Professional Educator License  Equity Trained Prior leadership experience Ability to work with adolescents Strong communications skills, both verbal and written Essential organizational and time management skills Willingness to accept responsibility for the tasks of the position

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Plan and lead student leadership events and college nights. Facilitate student equity groups. Mentor students and provide targeted supports. Coordinate transportation, events, and outreach. Coordinate and meet with specific student groups to honor student voice. Support and collaborate with parents, teachers, staff, families and community members to ensure all students have access to an equitable learning environment. Engage in meaningful conversations with students, parents, and staff that will challenge and encourage students to achieve both socially, academically and transform the school culture. Identify goals and objectives pertaining to student needs within the building. Provide students with post-secondary preparation. Development of student leadership through intentional and strategic programming. Identify educational barriers that prevent our students from reaching their academic potential. Coordinate with administrators and staff to provide mentorship and training opportunities for students and staff. Design and implement programs to raise academic achievement and create a culturally inclusive school culture. Monitor and report growth and progress data, including an annual presentation to the School Board. Collaborate with administrators, other coordinators, and liaisons within the district.

Knowledge and Skills

Proven track record of changing predicted student outcomes by addressing the performance gap Demonstrated skills in group facilitation skills and/or coaching Knowledge and experience in providing professional development or coaching in the areas of equity, multicultural education, Critical Pedagogy or Critical Race Theory Knowledge of change process and reform efforts Ability to analyze and interpret student achievement data with a focus in identifying patterns with an equity focus Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with educational leaders and diverse members of the school community Commitment to social justice, equity, and practices that lead to transformational outcomes for students Excellent presentation, interpersonal, and communication skills (oral and written) Ability to organize and manage multiple projects and tasks Ability to collaborate and exercise leadership to meet goals and objectives

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, operate duplicating machines and computer equipment; reach with hands and arms; and will frequently repeat actions with the same hand, arm, or finger motion such as when typing. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and the ability to adjust focus.  In addition, the ability to withstand long-term use of video display terminals (VDT) is required. The employee may occasionally lift up to 30 pounds such as reference books. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The pace of work tasks would be considered as fast. Work is usually conducted at one job site, however, on occasion, this employee will be required to attend meetings, conferences, or workshops and events at other sites as assigned.

Contact Information

Susanna Melón Glenbard Township High School District 87 596 Crescent Blvd, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 Ph. 630-469-9100 www.glenbard87.org Antoine Anderson Glenbard East High School 1014 S. Main, Lombard, IL 60148 Ph 630-627-9250 www.glenbardeasths.org

Job ID #10,146

 
Interested parties should fill out the online application at District 87 - Employment
  
The statements in this job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work to be performed by (an) individual(s) assigned to this position.  They are not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities related to the position.  This job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity and School Board Policy and procedures.  Essential and marginal job functions are subject to modification.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position.  Additional duties may be assigned.

Glenbard Township High School District 87 is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  It is the policy and practice of District 87 to decide all matters relating to employment solely on the basis of the applicant’s ability to perform the essential functions of the position.  It shall be the policy of Glenbard Township High School District 87 to hire all staff without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, marital status, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, physical or mental handicap unrelated to ability, veteran, military status or an unfavorable discharge from service, or citizenship status provided the individual is authorized to work in the United States. Glenbard Township High School District 87 is committed to a workplace free of unlawful discrimination, harassment or retaliation as mandated under Title VI, Title IX, Section 504, the Age Discrimination Act, the Boy Scouts Act, and the Americans with Disabilities Act.