Director of Special Education

The Illinois Association of School Administrators; Washington (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Illinois Association of School Administrators is seeking a Director of Special Education to lead district-wide services and ensure compliance with state and federal mandates. The role oversees curriculum planning, outside placements, staff development, and data-driven support for students with disabilities, with collaboration across district leadership and families.

Qualifications include Illinois licensure and a Director of Special Education endorsement; candidates should demonstrate

Qualifications

• Valid Illinois licensure.
• Director of Special Education endorsement required.
• Complete required professional development to retain certification.
• Fingerprint background check (IL State Police and FBI), sex offender and violent youth offender screening, and employment physical.
• Motor Vehicle Operator's License and ability to provide own transportation.

Responsibilities

• Develops and administers special education services programs consistent with district goals and objectives and applicable law.
• Reviews, approves and coordinates all outside placements for the district.
• Coordinates planning and implementation of special education curriculum and assessment materials used by students served.
• Supports staff in interpretation and use of assessment in professional support of students.
• Directs implementation of all state and federal mandates related to special education.
• Communicates mandates to school administrators and staff.
• Identifies facility needs for students served.
• Manages recruitment, training, professional development and evaluation of staff.
• Coordinates and attends meetings with district staff and parents; conducts professional development as needed.
• Oversees the Extended School Year Program.

Education

Director of Special Education endorsement

Illinois licensure (valid)

Job description

• Develops and administers school district's special education services programs consistent with school district goals and objectives, as well as applicable law.
• Reviews, approves and coordinates all outside placements for the school district.
• Coordinates the planning and implementation of special education curriculum and assessment materials used by students served by the district.
• Supports all staff of the school district in the interpretation and use of assessment in their professional support of the students served.
• Directs the implementation of all state and federal mandates in relation to special education services.
• Communicates and interprets state and federal mandates to school administrators and staff.
• Develops cooperative exchange of ideas and services with school staff, state and federal agencies, and professional organizations.
• Identifies and recommends facility needs for students served.
• Assists in the planning, developing, and implementing of individual student educational and behavior plans.
• Manages and supervises special education services, including the recruitment, selection, training, professional development and evaluation of staff under areas of responsibility as directed by the superintendent
• Makes recommendations and provides constructive feedback and takes corrective action if necessary.
• Coordinates and attends meetings with district staff and parents, serves on committees, and conducts professional development as needed to fulfill responsibilities.
• Oversees the Extended School Year Program
• Uses computer network system and software applications as needed.
• Organizes and coordinates work efficiently.
• Communicates effectively with staff, students and parents.
• Engages in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Establishes and maintains cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned by the superintendent and other district office administrators as designated by the s
• Adheres to a professional code of ethics which includes confidentiality of school related matters and loyalty to the school district.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid and appropriate Illinois licensure.
• Director of Special Education endorsement required.
• Complete required professional development to retain certification.
• Successful completion of fingerprint based criminal background check (IL State Police and FBI), sex offender and violent youth offender screening, and employment physical.
• Motor Vehicle Operator's License and ability to provide own transportation