Rankin School District #98 - Job Openings
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4/28/26
Rankin School District #98
JOB OPENING
JOB OPENING: District Bookkeeper/Secretary - Beginning in August of 2026
QUALIFICATIONS/INFORMATION:
- High school diploma, additional experience and/or training in technology and school finance/accounting preferred
- This is an IMRF position and our Bookkeeper/Secretary works on-site with all staff and with the Office Team (Administrative Assistants (2), Principal/Athletic Director, and Superintendent).
- The Bookkeeper/Secretary is the lead with human resources and is involved in all financial matters. The Bookkeeper/Secretary is a confidential employee and works directly with the Superintendent. The job description and evaluation can be accessed Here.
- Medical insurance, dental insurance, and term life insurance benefit options exist (see below)
- Optional employee funded vision insurance available
- Holiday, vacation, and leaves determined by Board Policy 5:330 for 12-month support staff (see below)
- Policy exists that specifies that the children of the Bookkeeper-Secretary may attend Rankin on a tuition-free basis.
- For the new Bookkeeper/Secretary, the District will be implementing a transition/mentoring plan that includes a 5-month period (approximately August 2026 - December 2026) for the new hire to work and train with the current Bookkeeper/Secretary
- Salaried contract (during the school year, work the same days as teachers, work day (7:00 a.m. or 7:15 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. or 3:15 p.m.) or as approved by Superintendent, 30-minute duty free lunch. Some flexibility exists in regard to the times for the summer schedule. Also, Friday work days during the summer months are (TBD) at the discretion of the Superintendent. Holiday, vacation, and leaves determined by Board Policy 5:330 for 12-month support staff.
- The salary will be negotiated with the selected candidate based on all factors involved including, but not limited to expertise, skill, and prior experience. It’s anticipated that the starting salary range is $47,400 - $59,200, which will be negotiated as described above. The first-year’s salary will be prorated to reflect a start date after July 1, 2026. Typically, annual salary is reviewed during the month of June each year with adjustments beginning July 1st of each year.
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Benefit |
12-month support staff |
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IMRF – employer rate set by IMRF *Current employer rate as of 1-1-22 |
*Employee pays 4.5% *Employer pays 7.17% |
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Board-paid Single Insurance (Medical and Dental) or Contribution to 403B Annuity |
*The amount of the Board contribution shall be equal to 90% of the monthly premium for single (employee only) coverage. 12- month staff selecting dependent coverage may apply this same dollar amount toward their respective premiums. The District will self- fund $150 of the deductible and/or co-pay on the insurance coverage for the employee or covered family member. 12-month staff who opt not to participate in the medical insurance plan will be granted $100 per month toward a hospital indemnity premium and/or annuity. |
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Life Insurance / Accidental Death |
$15,000 |
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Sick Days *N/A for 8-week summer employees |
13 days per year / accumulate per IMRF rule |
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Personal Leave |
3 per year |
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Bereavement Leave |
3 per year |
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Vacation Days – begins at start of year 2 of employment |
Beginning of year 2 –(10 days) Beginning of year 11 – (15 days) Beginning of year 21 – (20 days) |
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Holidays with pay unless waived in school calendar or indicated otherwise Holidays identified in policy 5:330 for 12-month employees that occur on a Saturday or Sunday will receive the day prior (Friday) or the day following (Monday) as a paid day off. Holidays that are waived in the calendar with school or a teacher institute being held will be handled as follows: November 11th Veteran’s Day – Wednesday prior to Thanksgiving off with pay. February 12th Lincoln’s Birthday – President’s day off with pay. Casmir Pulaski Day – Good Friday off with pay. |
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APPLICATION PROCESS: Send email as the cover letter and attach resume, list of references, and 2-3 letters of recommendation to:
Dr. Matt Gordon, Superintendent
*Candidates who apply will receive an email reply within 24 hours to serve as the receipt of the application. If candidates don’t receive an email receipt within 24 hours, please inquire about a technical issue at 309-346-3182 to ensure application was received.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Please note that interviews may start in the month of June. The final deadline to apply to be considered is no later than noon on June 23, 2026.
PROJECTED HIRE DATE: Goal is for the selected candidate to be recommended to the Rankin Board of Education for official hire at the Regular Meeting on July 27, 2026.
START DATE: Approximate start date is August 3, 2026
QUESTIONS: All questions should be directed to Dr. Matt Gordon via mgordon@rankin98.org or 309-346-3182
Rankin School District #98 is an equal opportunity employer
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Rankin School District #98
Updated- 4/28/26
JOB OPENING
JOB OPENING: Speech and Language Pathologist (Part-Time or Full-Time) - 2026-2027 School Year
QUALIFICATIONS: Professional SLP licensure or a Clinical Fellow.
APPLICATION PROCESS: Send email as the cover letter and attach resume and references to:
Nick Beard, Principal/Athletic Director
Rankin School District #98
*Candidates who apply will receive email notification for receipt of application within 48 hours.
SALARY AND BENEFITS: *The District is in the process of negotiating a multiplier that would encompass this position. The current Rankin Association of Teachers Agreement can be found at https://www.rankin98.org/vnews/display.v/ART/5d000345a4495, which highlights salary and benefits; however, 2026-2027 salary schedule is not finalized as of the date of this posting.
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Rankin School District #98 is an equal opportunity employer
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4/8/28
Rankin School District #98
JOB OPENING
JOB OPENING: Assistant Boys Basketball Coach
APPLICATION PROCESS: To apply, send email as the cover letter and attach resume to:
Nick Beard, Principal/Athletic Director
Rankin School District #98
nbeard@rankin98.org
*Candidates who apply will receive an email reply within 48 hours to serve as the receipt of the application. Candidates who do not receive an email reply within 48 hours are encouraged to call 309-346-3182 to confirm email application was received.
INFORMATION: Salary and Benefits - Rankin Association of Teachers Agreement .
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open until filled
START DATE: October 2026
Rankin School District #98 is an equal opportunity employer
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Rankin School District #98
The District is looking for substitute staff. If you have any interest in substituting at Rankin in any capacity, please email the Rankin Office at rankinoffice@rankin98.org.
Thank you!