Share: Print: Duties Maintain and monitor a system for collecting and reviewing data on students considered for special education programs/services and district intervention services. Develop and coordinate the implementation of early childhood screening, referrals, programs, and services (including preschool services). Attend building meetings when available upon request. Implement procedures to assure appropriate completion of Case Study Evaluations/Re-evaluations. Coordinate the nurse, social worker, and psychologist regarding component completion. Implement procedures for multi-disciplinary staff conferences, IEP conferences, and other appropriate meetings. Attend, chair, and record at case study evaluation staffing, assuring compliance with IDEA and that IEPs are written and designed to meet student needs. Coordinate the placement of students in self-contained instructional programs, resource, inclusionary, speech/language, and private placements. Provide technical assistance regarding decisions on intake, change of program, or termination in accordance with adopted criteria and procedures. Serve as a liaison to the Northwestern Illinois Association (NIA) and coordinate referrals to these and other agencies. Attend all out-of-district special education MDCs and IEP meetings as the LEA representative. Coordinate home/hospital tutoring arrangements, payments, and reimbursement processing. Develop, coordinate, implement, and evaluate a sequential services, programs, and curriculum continuum. Assist in the selection of appropriate supplies, materials, and equipment. Serve as the District's 504 Coordinator and liaison for homeless children. DCFS Liaison. Establish and supervise transportation services for students with special needs. Provide analysis of program needs, enrollment trends, incidence rates, and instructional design to district administration, i.e., needs assessment. Coordinate regular meetings involving district special education staff. Assist in the preparation of the special education budget. Maintain attendance records for out-of-district placements. Prepare reimbursement forms, FACT forms, pre-approval forms, forms to facilitate cash flow, and other necessary forms. Arrange extended school year opportunities and related transportation. Assist in planning and conducting in-service in relation to or affecting special education programs. Recruit, evaluate, and recommend the employment, termination, and assignment of special education instructional assistants in conjunction with the building principals. Coordinate referrals to outside agencies and physicians. Other administrative duties as assigned by the Superintendent. Qualifications Special Education (LBS1 endorsement) Experience working with special education students/teachers Illinois general administrative certificate (preferred) Director of Special Education endorsement (preferred) Strong leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills Knowledge of special education programs and services Foundational knowledge of 504s Demonstrated ability to manage personnel and budget Salary/Benefits Salary based on education and experience Health/Life/Dental/Vision Insurance Vacation Days 12 Sick Days/year 4 Personal Days/year How to Apply Apply online at https://www.applitrack.com/nbcusd/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Administration Link to District/Third Party Online Application Web Page https://www.applitrack.com/nbcusd/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Administration School District https://www.nbcusd.org/ Position Website https://www.applitrack.com/nbcusd/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Administration ILearn Link ILearn Report Card Link Illinois Report Card Job Posting Date 5/9/2025 Application Deadline 6/1/2025 Start Date 7/1/2025 Share: Print: Job Alerts Sign Up