About this position

The Regional Superintendent of Schools is the chief administrative officer of a Regional Office of Education, and the only elected education professional office in Illinois. The office of the Regional Superintendent is responsible for regulatory functions that are prescribed by the Illinois School Code and shall exercise supervision over all school districts in the region, act as the official advisor and assistant of the school officers and teachers in her/his region and shall manage public matters including fiscal responsibilities, local school performances, life safety, certification, supervision and curriculum.