Special Education Administrator

Plainfield 202; Plainfield (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Plainfield 202 in Illinois seeks a strong educational leader to oversee the Special Education Department. The role requires guiding instructional priorities, coordinating services, and maintaining compliance with state laws while building capacity among staff.

The incumbent will collaborate with certified and support staff, evaluate performance, and drive data-informed decisions to improve student outcomes across a diverse school community.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills required.
• Knowledge of special education law and services.
• Experience with diverse school communities.
• Excellent leadership skills and ability to guide staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead department initiatives and instructional programs.
• Collaborate with Certified and Support Staff; influence and develop staff.
• Evaluate staff performance and identify areas for growth.
• Make data-driven decisions to improve student outcomes.
• Organize and oversee departmental initiatives and strategies.
• Crisis management experience and response planning.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Data-driven decisions

Crisis management

Education

Illinois Educator License (Professional Educator, Will County)

General Administrative endorsement

Director of Special Education endorsement - preferred

Job description

Salary:Regionally competitive based on experience.

Hours:

• Full-time
• 11months
• Mondaythru Friday

Description:

• Excellent communication skills
• Knowledge of special education law and services
• Experience working with a diverse school community
• Excellent leadership skills
• Ability to work and with and influence Certified and Support Staff
• Ability to evaluate staff and identify areas of growth
• Ability to collaborate and make data-driven decisions
• Demonstrated experience in organizing Departmental Initiatives
• Excellent Instructional leader
• Crisis Management Experience

Qualifications:

• State of Illinois Professional Educator License registered in Will County
• General Administrative endorsement
• Director of Special Education endorsement - preferred