Duties

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• 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.
• Prior school administrative experience
• 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

Salary/Benefits

Salary Range: $90,000 - $110,000

Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• TRS
• 20 vacation days
• 17 sick days
• 3 personal days

Additional Notes

How to Apply

Please apply online at:

https://www.applitrack.com/central51/onlineapp/JobPostings/view.asp?FromAdmin=true&AppliTrackJobId=1627

Link to District/Third Party Online Application Web Page

https://www.applitrack.com/central51/onlineapp/JobPostings/view.asp?FromAdmin=true&AppliTrackJobId=1627

School District

https://www.central51.net/

Position Website

https://www.applitrack.com/central51/onlineapp/JobPostings/view.asp?FromAdmin=true&AppliTrackJobId=1627

ILearn Link

ILearn

Report Card Link

District Report Card

Application Deadline

10/12/2026