Special Education Coordinator

Regional Office Of Education #9 Champaign - Ford Counties; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional educational institution in Urbana, Illinois, is seeking a Special Education Coordinator to oversee the implementation of special education services across schools. This role involves ensuring compliance with regulations, developing Individualized Education Programs, and providing leadership to improve educational outcomes for students with disabilities. Candidates with experience collaborating with educators and families, and a strong focus on student support will excel in this position.

Qualifications

• Experience in special education services and compliance with federal and state regulations.
• Ability to collaborate with various stakeholders including families and service providers.
• Strong leadership skills to support school staff in improving outcomes for students.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of special education services across the district.
• Coordinate the development and monitoring of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
• Serve as the Local Educational Agency (LEA) Representative in special education meetings.
• Serve as LEA Representative in special education meetings and support behavioral support planning.

Job description

Urbana School District's job postings are hosted on a separate website. To apply to any open positions, visit this link: APPLY US D 116

LOCATION: USD116

SUPERVISOR: Executive Director of Student Services

TITLE: Special Education Coordinator

JOB SUMMARY: The Special Education Coordinator is responsible for supporting the implementation of special education services across all schools in the district, with a specific focus on selected school sites based on district needs. This role ensures compliance with federal and state regulations, coordinates the development and monitoring of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) with a specific focus on instructional and behavioral strategies, and provides leadership to school staff to improve educational outcomes for students with disabilities. The coordinator works collaboratively with administrators, teachers, families, and related service providers to ensure that students receive appropriate supports and services in the least restrictive environment. Additional responsibilities include serving as the Local Educational Agency (LEA) Representative in special education meetings, supporting building teams in the development of appropriate behavioral support plans and providing student specific instructional professional development to teachers and teaching assistants.

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Postings current as of 2/19/2026 11:31:43 PM CST.