Glenbrook North High School's Social Studies department seeks a Department Assistant - Social Studies. The start date of the position is July 28, 2026, with an option to start earlier during the 2025–26 school year on an hourly basis for training and transition.

The Department Assistant provides clerical and organizational support to the instructional supervisor and provides ongoing assistance to the teachers and students.  The Department Assistant coordinates office support services. This individual is familiar with school policy and procedures as well as departmental goals and performs duties in a fast-paced environment with numerous interruptions.  The assistant will maintain and encourage a positive atmosphere that supports a cooperative and efficient work environment while keeping the needs of the students a priority.

Education and/or Experience and Qualifications

1. Associate’s degree and/or two years’ administrative assistant experience
2. Experience in an education environment and/or business preferred
3. Desire for continued professional development is essential

All interested candidates must submit an application. The application deadline is April 24, 2026.

Please refer to the attached job description, salary schedule, Glenbrook Educational Support Staff Association (Negotiated Agreement), and the District's Benefits and Pay Transparency to learn more about the position. 

For questions related to the position, please contact Mr. David Elbaum, Instructional Supervisor of Social Studies, at [email protected].

Glenbrook High School District 225 holds Niche rankings as the #1 Best School District in America and the #2 Best Places to Teach in Illinois.

We are seeking motivated and energized applicants to join the Glenbrooks! 

Glenbrook High School District 225, commonly referred to as The Glenbrooks, offers a public education to approximately 5,100 students in Glenview, Northbrook, and portions of unincorporated Northfield Township. Located 25 miles north of Chicago in a suburban setting, Glenbrook North and Glenbrook South High Schools have a reputation for offering students an excellent, high-quality, well-rounded educational experience. In addition to its two high schools, District 225 also offers alternative learning at Glenbrook Off-Campus and Glenbrook Transition Services. The Glenbrooks foster a student-centered community with engaging, authentic learning experiences that empower individuals to grow, develop their voice, and make meaningful contributions to society. We inspire each learner to apply their abilities, knowledge, and skills, promoting collaboration, adaptability, and a broader understanding of success to positively impact our community and the world.

At D225, you will find more than a job. You will find a career that will inspire you and a community rich in culture and traditions. We invite you to help write our district’s story of excellence by joining our team.  

To create a comprehensive high school experience, the Glenbrooks focus on four distinct areas: Academics, Athletics, Activities, and the Arts.  Academic success is a top priority for our students, and with nearly 300 diverse course offerings, there are ample opportunities for exploration. In addition to core academic courses in the areas of English, mathematics, science, social studies, and world language, students may pursue special interest classes such as architecture, automotive, debate, graphic design, and music. Glenbrook students enjoy success inside and outside of the classroom through numerous athletic and extracurricular activities programs. The schools offer over 25 different competitive sports and a range of club sports to cater to any athlete.  Each school also hosts 70-80 different clubs and activities for students throughout the year.  

Staff Benefits include a competitive salary as well as medical, dental, and vision health plans and retirement plans. Additionally, the Glenbrooks offer tuition reimbursement, an excellent mentoring program, extensive professional development opportunities, and partnerships with a university for aspiring administrators.

From PDF Description

GLENBROOK HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT 225
3801 W LAKE AVENUE
GLENVIEW, IL 60026
Department Assistant - Social Studies
Job Description
Department: Social Studies
Location: GBN
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Retirement System: IMRF
Term: 203 Work Calendar
Hours:
Group Classification:
8hrs/day, plus a 30-minute unpaid, duty-free lunch
GESSA - Clerical
Wage Classification: Category 2
Supervisor: Instructional Supervisor for Social Studies
Position Summary
The Department Assistant provides clerical and organizational support to the
instructional supervisor and provides ongoing assistance to the teachers and students.
The Department Assistant coordinates office support services. This individual is
familiar with school policy and procedures as well as departmental goals and performs
duties in a fast-paced environment with numerous interruptions. The assistant will
maintain and encourage a positive atmosphere that supports a cooperative and efficient
work environment while keeping the needs of the students a priority.
Education and/or Experience and Qualifications
1. Associate’s degree and/or two years’ administrative assistant experience
2. Experience in an education environment and/or business preferred
3. Desire for continued professional development is essential
Essential Functions
1. Provide administrative support to the instructional supervisor, teachers, and
students.
2. Maintain all records and files for the department.
3. Coordinate and implement office services such as purchasing, records, obtaining
supplies, and organizing materials for efficient access.
4. Maintain and assist with the department budget, along with processing and
follow-up for all department invoices and credit card purchases.
5. Maintain various databases, including data entry into event reservation, Human

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Resources, budget, and student management systems.
6. Monitor daily staff attendance, follow up on missing time off entries, process
professional development leave requests, and school-related leaves (i.e., field
trips).
7. Use substitute management software to secure and manage substitute teachers,
distribute lesson plans/materials, and verify assignments.
8. Coordinate and process travel arrangements for professional development as
needed.
9. Assist with special events planning as needed.
10. Participate in appropriate professional development activities.
11. Assist in the smooth daily operations of the department.
12. Perform additional duties as assigned by the instructional supervisor.
Department Specific Job Functions:
1. Assist with the coordination of the annual fall township articulation meeting
with sender school teachers.
2. Assist with incoming freshman content assessments and communication with
families.
3. Assist in the implementation of department-led programs and activities.
District, School, and Department Culture
1. Models mutual respect, integrity, professionalism, multicultural awareness,
gender, racial, and ethnic equity; and the values, beliefs, and attitudes that
inspire others to perform to their highest potential.
2. Recognizes and respects divergent opinions and respects the role of others.
3. Communicates and promotes high expectations for all work performed.
4. Carries out all responsibilities and functions in a professional and ethical
manner.
Skills Required
To perform this job successfully, an individual must demonstrate satisfactory
performance in each essential duty. The requirements listed below represent the skills
and abilities required for this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
1. Possess highly developed interpersonal, organizational and problem-solving
skills to make sound and proactive decisions with little or no direction.
2. Ability to prioritize daily workload and model flexible, logical, and reflective
behavior.
3. Ability to be sensitive and confidential in the management of parents, students,
and teachers’ needs and issues, displaying diplomacy and tact in all interactions
4. Ability to speak to the public in person, over the phone, and in writing with
integrity and clear direction.
5. Ability to process routine reports and write correspondence.
6. Possess working knowledge in word processing, spreadsheets, database entry,
and Google applications.
7. Ability to read and interpret documents such as procedure manuals, operating
instructions, school codes and procedures, and data-based reports.
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8. Ability to troubleshoot office equipment and minor computer issues.
9. Possess experience with student information systems.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of 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.
1. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to
stand, sit, walk, talk, and listen.
2. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, operate office and computer
equipment, reach with hands and arms, and frequently repeat actions with the
same hand, arm, or finger motion, such as when entering data at a computer.
3. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to
adjust focus. In addition, the ability to withstand the long-term use of computer
monitors is required.
4. The employee may occasionally lift and move up to 30 pounds, such as file
boxes.
Work Environment
The work environment may vary in noise level and be fast-paced with frequent
interruptions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Retirement System
This position has been determined as an IMRF-qualified position. Participation in
IMRF is not optional for employees in positions that meet IMRF qualification
standards.
Member and employer contributions are a legal requirement for governmental units
participating in IMRF. These contributions are calculated as a percentage of monthly
wages. Member contributions are a condition of employment for covered employees
and will be deducted when wages are paid.
For more information on IMRF membership and benefits, go to:
https://www.imrf.org/new-member
Revised: 5/17/2017 - Job Description Committee
Revised: 5/20/2024 - Job Description Committee
Revised: 5/14/2025 - Job Description Committee
Revised: 7/1/2026 - CBA Renewal
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