Position Available:
Superintendent
Pikeland CUSD 10
Address:
District Office: 512 S. Madison St., Pittsfield, IL 62363
Communities Served:
Pittsfield, Detroit, Nebo, Pearl, Milton, Baylis, New Salem, Rockport, Florence, Summer Hill, Martinsburg and New Hartford
Qualifications:
Hold or be eligible for the Illinois Superintendent’s License
Successful administrative experience
Advisors Assisting the Board:
Ms. Diane Robertson, 217-242-0485, Diane.Robertson@schoolexecconnect.com
HIGHLIGHTS:
The District serves approximately 1164 students (Pre-K – 12), has approximately 225 total staff, and is located near Interstate 72 approximately 70 miles west of Springfield, IL.
- Rural agricultural area with an award-winning FFA program and strong programs in music, athletics and dual credit
- Schools consistently receive “Commendable” designations on school report card
- Dedicated teachers and staff who are compassionate and truly care for and support students
- Strong financial position
- Significant pride and team spirit; tradition is valued
- Strong community support; people are passionate, engaged and contribute financially
- Small, safe, tight-knit community with large town amenities: hospital, Walmart, restaurants, small businesses, etc.
- Great place to raise a family; known as one of the best IL counties for deer hunting
- Lots of family and recreational opportunities: library, churches, art center, dance studio, hunting, fishing, golf course, pool, lake, etc.
SCHOOLS Summative Designation
Pittsfield High School (9-12) Commendable – 2021-2022
Pikeland Community School (3-8) Commendable – 2021-2022
Pittsfield South Elementary School (PK-2) Commendable – 2021-2022
Student Characteristics (2021-2022 Illinois Report Card)
- Enrollment – 1164
- Demographics
- White: 95.9%
- Hispanic: 2.5%
- Two or More Race: 1.1%
- Black: <.5%
- Asian: <.5%
- Low Income: 43%
- English Learners: .9%
- Student with IEPs: 20%
- Homeless: <1%
- Graduation Rate: 96%
- Dropout Rate: 4%
- Chronic Absenteeism Rate: 30%
- Chronically Truant Rate: 6%
- Student Mobility: 8%
- Postsecondary Enrollment: 61%
Staff Information
- Total Employees: 225
- Total Teachers: 83
- Total Administrators: 8
Financial Information
- Financial Adequacy: 71% (2021-2022 Report Card) (Tier 1)
- FY24 Total Proposed Budget: $22,178,484
- FY24 Proposed Ed Fund: $11,874,869
Union Affiliation and Contract Status:
- Unit Ten Teachers Association – IFT/AFT, AFL-CIO – 2020-2024 (Certified Personnel)
- Pikeland Federation of Support Personnel – IFT, AFL-CIO – 2022-2025 (Bus Drivers)
Salary Offered:
- Regionally Competitive
District Website:
Search Calendar: (The Board reserves the right to extend all dates.)
- Accepting Applications Through: September 13, 2024
- Superintendent Start: July 1, 2025
Application Process:
- Apply for the position through this Website if you are interested in this position. School Exec Connect
- Please submit the required credentials through this Website.