Special Education Coordinator – EPER (Elementary)

Lake Forest School District; Lake Forest (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Part time

Job summary

Lake Forest School District is seeking a Special Education Coordinator – EPER (Elementary) to lead inclusion strategies and support students with special needs. The role reports to the School Principal with consultation from the Special Programs Supervisor and participates in IPRD meetings.

The position involves coordinating testing, meetings, and budgeting for the Special Education department, ensuring compliance and effective service delivery within the EPER framework.

Qualifications

• Must hold certification as a Special Education Teacher from the Delaware Department of Education.
• Current full-time employee at the location requiring the duties.

Responsibilities

• Conducts building level Special Education meetings as necessary.
• Assists the principal in preparation of the Special Education department budget.
• Coordinates the scheduling and placement of Special Education children with other teachers and principals.
• Assists the principal to assure accurate special education figures for the September 30th Unit Count, or any other data required by the principal or district office personnel.
• Maintains an up-to-date inventory of Special Education materials.
• Attends chair level meetings as requested.
• Serves on the district Special Education Council.
• Coordinates the inclusion process when applicable.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the building principal that relate to this position.

Education

Special Education Teacher Certification (Delaware Dept. of Education)

Job description

Special Education Coordinator – EPER (Elementary) JobID: 682

• Position Type: Extra Pay Extra Responsibilities/ Appendix B Academic - Department/Grade Level Chair
• Date Posted: 8/12/2026
• Location: Lake Forest South Elementary
• Date Available: SY 26-27

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must hold certification as a Special Education Teacher from the Delaware Department of Education.
• Current full-time employee at the location requiring the duties.

REPORTS TO

School Principal (or assistant) with consultation from the Special Programs Supervisor.

JOB GOAL

To serve as a liaison between Building Administration and staff to provide and assist with the implementation of policies, procedures, and strategies that promote and implement effective inclusion models to support the learning and growth of students identified with special needs.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conducts building level Special Education meetings as necessary.
• Administers necessary tests within the special education screening process. Effort will be made to provide adequate time to administer these tests.
• Assumes team leadership at IPRD meetings in the absence of the principal(s).
• Spot-checks special education records to determine if they are in order for audit purposes.
• Assists the principal in completing the L.D. Observation Form.
• Assists the principal in preparation of the Special Education department budget.
• Coordinates the scheduling and placement of Special Education children in a combined effort with other teachers and principal(s).
• Assists the principal to assure accurate special education figures for the September 30th Unit Count, or any other data required by the principal or district office personnel.
• Maintains an up-to-date inventory of Special Education materials.
• Assists the principal in orientation for Special Education personnel.
• Attends chair level meetings as requested.
• Serves on the district Special Education Council.
• Coordinates the "inclusion" process when applicable.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the building principal that relate to this position.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Terms are in accordance with provisions of the Negotiate Agreement on EPER employment.

EVALUATION

Performance will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Negotiated Agreement on EPER evaluations.

Lake Forest is an advocate of inclusion practices in all grade levels.

LAKE FOREST SCHOOL DISTRICT

Human Resources Office
5423 Killens Pond Road
Felton, DE 19943
www.lf.k12.de.us
Phone: [phone] – Fax: [phone]

The Lake Forest School District does not discriminate in employment or in educational programs, services or activities based on race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, military/veteran status, disability, marital status or any other protected category in accordance with state and federal laws. Inquiries should be directed to the Director of Personnel, Lake Forest Central Business Office, 5423 Killens Pond Road, Felton, DE 19943. Telephone: [phone].