EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Thank you for your interest in employment with Monticello Community Unit School District #25!
Below are a few things to know, when applying for a position with us:
Applicants interested in Certified positions will be linked to the IASA Illinois Education Job Bank website.
Applicants interested in Non-Certified positions will be linked to the appropriate application.
Non-Certified applications should be submitted to the principal of the building for which the open position exists.
All full-time positions include benefits (access to health insurance, sick days, personal days, and retirement plans TRS/IMRF).
Additional information regarding Employee Health & Benefits may be obtained HERE.
***District Office - Superintendent Administrative Assistant
Monticello CUSD#25 is looking to fill a Full-time Superintendent Administrative Assistant position. This is a 12 month position which begins July 1, 2025, but may start sooner depending upon availability. Position hours are Mon-Thurs 8:00 am - 4:30 pm and Fri 8:00 am-4:00 pm. This position also serves as recorder of board minutes once a month in the evening with compensation.
Qualifications: Microsoft Office and Google Suite proficient, specifically experience with Excel, knowledge and experience with Accounts Payable, Payroll, and financial software preferred.
Salary/Benefits: Hourly starting rate $20.00 minimum dependent on experience with board paid health and life insurance. This position is IMRF
qualified and receives vacation time, sick days, personal days, and paid holidays.
To Apply: Send resume, letter of interest, references, and a formal application to Adam Clapp, 2 Sage Dr., Monticello, IL 61856 by Friday, May 2, 2025.
Application can be found on the District Website at www.sages.us
***Monticello Middle School (2025-26) - 6th Grade Language Arts Teacher
Qualifications: Valid Illinois Teaching License, Middle School endorsed with Language Arts Endorsement(s) required. Multiple area endorsements are preferred but not required.
Salary/Benefits: Starting TRS salary is $47,253 plus board paid Health/Life insurance. The full salary schedule can be found in the bargaining unit contract on our website (www.sages.us).
To Apply: Please submit an application to the link below or email to Mark Hughes (hugma@sages.us), and attach your letter of interest, resume, two letters of reference, copy of teaching license, and copy of transcripts by April 25, 2025. If you are unable to attach your documents, please mail them to:
Mr. Mark Hughes, Principal, Monticello Middle School, 2015 E Washington St, Monticello, IL 61856
Application can be found on the Illinois Job Bank Website www.illinoiseducationjobbank.org.
***Washington Elementary School (2025-26) - 3rd Grade Teacher
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree or higher plus a Valid Illinois Teaching Certificate
Salary/Benefits: Starting TRS salary is $47,253 plus board paid Health/Life insurance. The full salary schedule can be found in the bargaining unit contract on our website (www.sages.us).
To Apply: Please submit an application to the link below or email to Amanda Ryder (rydam@sages.us), and attach your letter of interest, resume, two letters of reference, copy of teaching license, and copy of transcripts by March 21, 2025. If you are unable to attach your documents please mail them to:
Mrs. Amanda Ryder, Principal, Washington School, 3 Sage Dr., Monticello, IL 61856
Application can be found on the Illinois Job Bank Website www.illinoiseducationjobbank.org.
***Monticello High School (24-25) - Long-term Substitute for Special Education Teacher
**Approx. Dates: February 27-end of the year**
Send resume, letter of interest, copy of certificate, copy of transcripts,
references, and formal application to: Mr. Travis Courson, Principal, 1 Sage Dr. , Monticello, IL 61856 by February 26 or until filled.
Application found of District Web Site www.sages.us
***Monticello High School (25-26) - Special Education Teacher
Duties: To help students learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible citizens.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree or higher plus a Valid Illinois Teaching Certificate with Special Education Endorsement.
Salary/Benefits: Starting TRS salary is $47,253 plus board paid Health/Life insurance. The full salary schedule can be found in the bargaining unit contract on our website (www.sages.us). This position could qualify for the hiring bonus of $3,000.
To Apply: Please submit an application, letter of interest, resume, two letters of reference, copy of teaching license, and copy of transcripts to: Mr. Travis Courson, Principal, Monticello High School, 1 Sage Dr., Monticello, IL 61856 by March 14, 2024.
Application can be found on the Illinois Job Bank Website www.illinoiseducationjobbank.org.
***White Heath Elementary (2025-26) - Special Education Teacher
Duties: To help students learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible citizens.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree or higher plus a Valid Illinois Teaching Certificate with Special Education Endorsement.
Salary/Benefits: Starting TRS salary is $47,253 plus board paid Health/Life insurance. The full salary schedule can be found in the bargaining unit contract on our website (www.sages.us). This position has a $1,200 annual stipend and could qualify for the hiring bonus of $3,000.
To Apply: Please submit an application to the link below or email to
Maggie Woodham (wooma@sages.us), and attach your letter of interest, resume, two letters of reference, copy of teaching license, and copy of transcripts by March 7, 2025. If you are unable to attach your documents please mail them to:
Mrs. Maggie Woodham, Principal, White Heath Elementary School, 300 High St., White Heath, IL 61884
Application can be found on the Illinois Job Bank Website www.illinoiseducationjobbank.org.
***Washington Elementary School (2025-26) - Special Education Teacher
Duties: To help students learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible citizens.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree or higher plus a Valid Illinois Teaching Certificate with Special Education Endorsement.
Salary/Benefits: Starting TRS salary is $47,253 plus board paid Health/Life insurance. The full salary schedule can be found in the bargaining unit contract on our website (www.sages.us). This position has a $1,200 annual stipend and could qualify for the hiring bonus of $3,000.
To Apply: Please submit an application to the link below or email to Amanda Ryder (rydam@sages.us), and attach your letter of interest, resume, two letters of reference, copy of teaching license, and copy of transcripts by March 7, 2025. If you are unable to attach your documents please mail them to:
Mrs. Amanda Ryder, Principal, Washington School, 3 Sage Dr., Monticello, IL 61856
Application can be found on the Illinois Job Bank Website www.illinoiseducationjobbank.org.
***Monticello High School (25-26) - Part-time Family and Consumer Science Teacher
Duties: Monticello High School is looking for a Part-time FACS Teacher.
Work Schedule: Every other school day
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree or higher plus a Valid Illinois Teaching Certificate with FAC endorsement.
Salary/Benefits: Starting TRS salary is $23,626.
To Apply: Please submit an application, letter of interest, resume, two letters of reference, copy of teaching license, and copy of transcripts to: Mr. Travis Courson, Principal, Monticello High School, 1 Sage Dr., Monticello, IL 61856 by March 14, 2024.
Application can be found on the Illinois Job Bank Website www.illinoiseducationjobbank.org.
***White Heath Elementary School (24-25) - Life Skills Special Education Teacher
Duties: This position is a functional academic self-contained classroom.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree or higher plus a Valid Illinois Teaching Certificate with Special Education Endorsement.
Salary/Benefits: Starting TRS salary is $46,154 plus board paid health and life insurance.
To Apply: Please submit an application to the link below and attach your letter of interest, resume, two letters of reference, copy of teaching license, and copy of transcripts by until filled. If you are unable to attach your documents, please mail them to:
Maggie Woodham, Principal, White Heath Elementary School, 300 W. High Street, White Heath, IL 61884
Application can be found on the Illinois Job Bank Website www.illinoiseducationjobbank.org.
***Monticello Middle School (2024-25) - Coaching Opportunities
Head Wrestling Coach-
To Apply for a Coaching Position: Please submit a letter of
interest to Mr. Daniel Sheehan, Athletic Director, 1 Sage Dr.,
Monticello, IL 61856 by April 4, 2025 or until filled.
To Apply for a Coaching Position: Please submit a letter of interest to Mr. Daniel Sheehan, Athletic Director, 1 Sage Dr., Monticello, IL 61856 by until filled.
To Apply for a Sponsor Position: Please submit a letter of interest to Mr. Mark Hughes, Principal, 2015 E Washington St., Monticello, IL 61856 by until filled.
***Monticello High School (2025-26) - Coaching Opportunities
Co-Assistant Baseball Coach
To Apply for a Coaching Position: Please submit a letter of
interest to Mr. Daniel Sheehan, Athletic Director, 1 Sage Dr.,
Monticello, IL 61856 by February 19, 2025, 2025 or until filled.
Pep Club Sponsor
To Apply for a Sponsor Position: Please submit a letter of
interest to Mr. Travis Courson, Principal, 3 Sage Dr., Monticello,
IL 61856 by February 19, 2025 or until filled.
Head Cross Country Coach
To Apply for a Coaching Position: Please submit a letter of interest to Mr. Daniel Sheehan, Athletic Director, 1 Sage Dr., Monticello, IL 61856 by until filled.
To Apply for a Sponsor Position: Please submit a letter of interest to Mr. Travis Courson, Principal, 3 Sage Dr., Monticello, IL 61856 by until filled.
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