Assistant Director, Special Education Programs & Compliance

Illinois State Board of Education; Illinois; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Illinois State Board of Education seeks a Special Education Leader responsible for providing guidance in special education programs and compliance. Duties include coordinating grant projects, monitoring Local Education Agencies, and representing the agency at conferences.

Applicants must hold a Master's degree in Special Education or a related field along with leadership experience in P-12 education. This role emphasizes fostering educational equity for all students. Equal opportunity applications are encouraged.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience in special education leadership.
• Experience managing budgets and project timelines.
• Working knowledge of special education laws and practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and support for special education programming.
• Coordinate administration of IDEA flow-through and related grants.
• Assist in statewide training development for IDEA grants.

Skills

Leadership in education

Communication skills

Knowledge of federal and state regulations

Data-based decision making

Education

Master's degree in Special Education or related field

Job description

The Illinois State Board of Education seeks a Special Education Leader responsible for providing guidance in special education programs and compliance. Duties include coordinating grant projects, monitoring Local Education Agencies, and representing the agency at conferences.

Applicants must hold a Master's degree in Special Education or a related field along with leadership experience in P-12 education. This role emphasizes fostering educational equity for all students. Equal opportunity applications are encouraged.