All applicants for employment with Winnebago Community Unit School District #323 are required, as a condition of employment, to complete an application for employment, authorize fingerprint-based criminal history records check and meet all mandated requirements as set forth by the State of Illinois and the Boone/Winnebago County Regional Office of Education.

Winnebago District #323 is an equal opportunity employer. Discrimination in employment practices on the basis of race, creed, color, sex, age, national origin, handicap or veteran status is prohibited.

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 How to Apply

Please download and fill out/print an application form:

• Certified Application Form (pdf)
• Non-certified Application Form (pdf)

Unless otherwise indicated, please send application, credential file including certification and resume by mail, fax, or email to: Jenny Lindgren, Administrative Assistant - Human Resources, Winnebago Community Unit District #323, 304 E McNair Road, Winnebago, IL 61088 Phone: 815.335.2456 Fax: 815.335.7574.  Application materials can be emailed to  applications@winnebagoschools.org

Winnebago High School has an opening for an Athletic/Activities Director for the 2024-25 school year with a 220-day contract and a start date of July 1, 2024.  Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:  Scheduling and overseeing all interscholastic athletic contests and extra-curricular activities, Hiring and evaluating coaches, Reserving facilities, Maintaining administrative records and budget, and Communicating effectively with coaches, community, students/athletes, and staff.  The WHS Athletic/Activities Director also works with and provides support to Winnebago Middle School athletics.  A desired applicant will have a current Illinois PEL with an Administrative Endorsement along with administrative  experience.  Although the position does not start until Summer, 2024, interviews and hiring will begin well before then, so applicants are encouraged to supply their documents in a timely fashion.  To apply, send a letter of interest, application, resume, references, unofficial transcripts, and certification documentation to Winnebago School District Office, Attention:  Human Resources, 304 E McNair Road, Winnebago IL  61088.  Application materials can be emailed to  applications@winnebagoschools.org  Phone 815.335.2456.  Fax 815.335.7574.     posted 11/6/2023     updated 11/9/2023   updated 12/6/2023

Winnebago High School has an immediate opening for a School Counselor for the 2023-24 school year.  A current Illinois PEL with a School Counselor Endorsement is required.  This position involves overseeing the academic and social-emotional needs of an assigned caseload of high school students.  The duties include, but are not limited to:  assisting students and providing services that build upon individual strengths and offering students maximum opportunities in the planning and direction of their own learning, including vocational activities, advising students on academic, career, and personal issues, monitoring and analyzing academic progress of students, counseling and promoting services to students, parents, and guardians for the purpose of enhancing student success academically, socially, and emotionally in school, providing as-needed staff training, working with problem solving teams, and crisis management.  To apply, send a letter of interest, application, resume, references, unofficial transcripts, and certification documentation to  Winnebago School District Office, Attention:  Human Resources, 304 E McNair Road, Winnebago IL  61088.  Application materials can be emailed to  applications@winnebagoschools.org  Phone 815.335.2456.  Fax 815.335.7574.     posted 3/21/2023     updated 9/12/2023

The Winnebago School District has an opening for a School Psychologist for the 2023-24 school year.  This position will be utilized to assist in the process of developing an educational climate conducive to the optimum development of all children, with emphasis placed on prevention, rehabilitation, indirect services, and direct services.  The focus of the School Psychologist will be to conduct evaluations and collaborate with the Student Services Team and Administration in order to support all students' needs.  Applicants must be appropriately certified with a current Illinois PEL or have the ability to become certified in the State of Illinois, hold a Masters Degree from a NCATE Program/field of school psychology with the required internship.  The position will report directly to the Director of Student Services and will remain posted until filled.  To apply, please submit a letter of interest, application, resume, references, and unofficial transcripts to Winnebago School District Office, Attention:  Human Resources, 304 E McNair Road, Winnebago IL  61088.  Application materials can be emailed to  applications@winnebagoschools.org  Phone 815.335.2456.  Fax 815.335.7574.     posted 2/28/2023 

The Winnebago School District has an opening for a Psychologist Intern for the 2023-24 school year.  This position will be under the direct supervision of the District School Psychologist, who is NASP Certified and has both school and clinical experience.  At the time of hire, an intern contract will be agreed upon.  To apply, please submit a letter of interest, application, resume, references, and unofficial transcripts to Winnebago School District Office, Attention:  Human Resources, 304 E McNair Road, Winnebago IL  61088.  Application materials can be emailed to  applications@winnebagoschools.org  Phone 815.335.2456.  Fax 815.335.7574.     posted 2/28/2023

Winnebago School District has an immediate opening for a Mechanic.  This year round position will report to the Transportation Director.  An applicant who is detail oriented, works well as part of a team, and has mechanic experience is desired.  Duties include, but are not limited to:  standard maintenance of school-owned buses, vans, cars, maintenance vehicles, and groundskeeping equipment.  Applicants must be willing to obtain a bus driving license.  All training will be provided and paid for by the school district.  During the school year, the position will involve mechanic and bus driving responsibilities.  During times when school is not in session, the position will be mechanic and maintenance responsibilities.  To apply, send a letter of interest, application, and resume to Winnebago School District Office, Attention:  Human Resources, 304 E McNair Road, Winnebago IL  61088.  Application materials can be emailed to  applications@winnebagoschools.org   Phone 815.335.2456.  Fax 815.335.7574.     posted 12/15/2023

Winnebago School District has openings for Paraprofessionals district-wide.  These positions will be for 7 hours per day on school days.  Duties involve academic and functional student support within the whole classroom, with small groups, and in one-on-one settings, as needed.  Supervisory duties may be included.  Further details will be shared at the time of interview with exact assignments determined upon hire.  Experience working with school-aged children is preferred.  While a current Illinois Paraprofessional License is required, those willing to obtain the License are encouraged to apply.  Send a letter of interest, application, and resume to Winnebago School District Office, Attention:  Human Resources, 304 E McNair Road, Winnebago IL  61088.  Application materials can be emailed to  applications@winnebagoschools.org  Phone 815.335.2456.  Fax 815.335.7574.          posted 5/5/2023

The Winnebago School District has immediate openings for Bus Drivers.  Applicants with required certification and experience will be appropriately compensated.  Training and certification assistance will be provided to all other applicants.  More information can be obtained at the Transportation Office - 815.335.2903 - buses@winnebagoschools.org.  To apply, send a letter of interest and application to Winnebago School District Office, Attention:  Human Resources, 304 E McNair Road, Winnebago IL 61088.  Applications materials can be emailed to  applications@winnebagoschools.org  Phone 815.335.2456.  Fax 815.335.7574.       posted 8/1/2022

Winnebago High School has an opening for a Soccer Coach - Girls - Spring Season - for the 2023-24 school year.  To apply, send a letter of interest and application to Winnebago School District Office, Attention:  Human Resources, 304 E McNair Road, Winnebago IL  61088.  Application materials can be emailed to  applications@winnebagoschools.org  Phone 815.335.2456.  Fax 815.335.7574.      posted 8/17/2023

Winnebago High School has an opening for a Soccer Assistant Coach - Girls - Spring Season - for the 2023-24 school year.  To apply, send a letter of interest and application to Winnebago School District Office, Attention:  Human Resources, 304 E McNair Road, Winnebago IL  61088.  Application materials can be emailed to  applications@winnebagoschools.org  Phone 815.335.2456.  Fax 815.335.7574.     posted 8/23/2023

Winnebago High School has an opening for a Math Team Coach for the 2023-24 school year.  To apply, send a letter of interest and application to Winnebago School District Office, Attention:  Human Resources, 304 E McNair Road, Winnebago IL  61088.  Application materials can be emailed to  applications@winnebagoschools.org  Phone 815.335.2456.  Fax 815.335.7574.     posted 5/3/2023

Winnebago School District - Substitute Teachers, Paraprofessionals, Cooks, Custodians, Bus Drivers

The Winnebago School District is in need of Substitute Teachers, Paraprofessionals, Cooks, Custodians, and Bus Drivers.  All positions are on an on-call, as needed basis.  Substitute Teachers must be registered with the Winnebago Boone Regional Office of Education.  Frontline, an automated sub calling system, is used for Teacher and Paraprofessional sub dispatching.  Transportation positions are for vans and/or busses.  More information can be obtained at the School District Office.  To apply, submit a cover letter and application to Winnebago School District Office, Attention:  Human Resources, 304 E McNair Road, Winnebago IL  61088.  Application materials can be emailed to applications@winnebagoschools.org  Phone  815.335.2456.  Fax  815.335.7574.