Director of Special Education jobs in Illinois

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ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF SPECIAL EDUCATION
  • ​Illinois State Board of Education
  • Springfield, IL FULL_TIME
  • POSITION:

    Assistant Director of Special Education (Assistant Director #1911)

    INVENTORY#:

    1911

    LOCATION:

    Springfield or Chicago

    UNION:

    Exempt

    DEPARTMENT:

    Special Education Programmatic Support

    ANTICIPATED STARTING SALARY RANGE:

    $97,984 - $129,828

    FULL SALARY RANGE:

    $97,984 - $161,674

    OFFICE HOURS:

    Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

    POSTED DATE:

    May 13, 2024

    CLOSING DATE:

    Open Until Filled


    Reporting to the Director of Special Education, provides leadership and support for special education programming and operations to schools, other educational organizations, and stakeholders. Assists in the management and direction of the day-to-day functions and programs of the department (e.g., timely approval of budgets, payroll transactions, and periodic reporting of progress), including directing, monitoring, and evaluating the activities of the department Supervisors, staff and contractors to ensure the proper application of and adherence to agency policies, state, and federal guidelines and timelines, fiscal accountability, and equity. Evaluates Supervisors/assigned staff to provide guidance and support in their development to reach professional and agency goals. Promotes collaboration with other departments as needed.


    DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

    • Assists in coordinating and overseeing the administration of IDEA flow-through, Part B discretionary grant funded projects, IDEA Part D state personnel development grant including maintenance of effort calculations and coordinated early intervention services, along with instruction and assessment.
    • Assists in the development of statewide trainings for IDEA grants, responds to auditors regarding the processing and monitoring of IDEA grant programs.
    • Assists in coordinating the monitoring of Local Education Agencies (LEAs), assists in coordinating the development and production of the LEA profiles, state systemic improvement plan, and LEA determinations.
    • Assists in implementation of the special education accountability and support systems, and associated work related to indicators of the State Performance Plan.
    • Assists in establishing and coordinating department goals and activities in collaboration with departments across the Agency and serves as a liaison between departments within the Agency, and externally with diverse groups of stakeholders, parents and advocates, including making presentations and representing the Agency at local and national conferences.
    • Assists in coordinating activities related to special education instruction, disability and parent supports, transition, and other activities related to public and non-public special education programming.
    • Assists in providing support to the Supervisor of nonpublic special education programming, Supervisor of grants management, grants lead, and assist with state level issues related special education services and supports.
    • Assists in conducting evaluations of staff performances within the department, including the development of individual staff goals, ensuring timelines are met and equitable distribution of responsibilities.
    • Assists in coordinating the planning and administration of the special education directors conference, staff professional development, and retreats annually.
    • Performs other duties as assigned.


    REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

    • Master's degree in Special Education or related field, or, a Master's degree in Education plus two years of experience working with special education students/programming in p-12 public and/or private settings. (COPY OF TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED AT TIME OF APPLICATION)
    • Two years of demonstrated leadership in education addressing local, state and federal special education issues.
    • Experience addressing litigation related to special education.
    • Experience managing budgets, personnel, and effective management of project timelines.
    • Working knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations regarding students with disabilities.
    • Ability to communicate clearly orally and in writing.
    • Knowledge of current issues and best practices in the field of education and special education.
    • Knowledge of special education research and data-based decision making processes.
    • Knowledge of best practices regarding LRE and FAPE.

    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

    • Professional educator license endorsed in LBSI and or Director of Special Education (or equivalent license in a state outside of Illinois).
    • Experience in a variety of educational settings such as special education teaching, special education administrator, federal grants management, or school administration.

    ISBE provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. We actively foster a culture of inclusion and encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply.

    Illinois has an urgent and collective responsibility to achieve educational equity by ensuring that all policies, programs, and practices affirm the strengths that each and every child brings within their diverse backgrounds and life experiences, and by delivering the comprehensive supports, programs, and educational opportunities they need to succeed.

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Paraprofessional Special Education
  • South Eastern Special Education
  • Newton, IL FULL_TIME
  • South Eastern Special Education has a vacancy for the following position: Paraprofessional This vacancy is for the 2024-2025 school year in a Self-Contained Classroom in Clay, Crawford, Lawrence or Ri...
  • 16 Days Ago

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Special Education Teacher-Elementary
  • IROQUOIS SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSOCIATION
  • Gilman, IL FULL_TIME
  • Duties include teaching students with emotional and behavioral, as well as learning needs.. Working closely with staff, therapists, and parents to create individualized programs for each student. Comp...
  • 16 Days Ago

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Special Education Teacher-Elementary
  • Iroquois Special Education Association
  • Gilman, IL FULL_TIME
  • Duties include teaching students with emotional and behavioral, as well as learning needs.. Working closely with staff, therapists, and parents to create individualized programs for each student. Comp...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Special Education Administrator
  • Tri County Special Education
  • Bloomington, IL FULL_TIME
  • Special Education Administrators provide leadership services to individual districts that contract for those services. The primary focus of SEAs is supporting the use of effective practices for instru...
  • 22 Days Ago

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DIRECTOR OF BUSINESS SERVICES
  • Northwest Suburban Special Education Organization
  • Mount Prospect, IL FULL_TIME
  • JobID: 1288 Position Type: Administration/Business Manager Date Posted: 11/27/2023 Location: Central Office Date Available: 07/01/2024 Closing Date: UNTIL FILLED GENERAL INFORMATION: Title………………………………...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Special Education Resource Teacher
  • Middletown Unified
  • Middletown, CA
  • Job Summary Under the direction of the school principal and Special Education Director, the special education teacher pl...
  • 6/20/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director of Special Education
  • Berrien County Schools Consortium
  • Watervliet, MI
  • Certified - Position - Administrator Job Number 4600298785 Start Date 07/01/2024 Open Date 05/15/2024 Closing Date 07/31...
  • 6/19/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Assistant Director for Special Education/Federal Programs Director
  • Educational Service District 112
  • Goldendale, WA
  • General Responsibilities Reporting directly to the Specialized Services Birth to 21 Executive Director and the district ...
  • 6/19/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director of Special Education
  • International Leadership of Texas
  • Grand Prairie, TX
  • Primary Purpose: Direct and manage the district’s special education program. Ensure that services are provided for speci...
  • 6/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director of Special Education, The Learning Community
  • Charter Oak Recruitment
  • Central Falls, RI
  • ABOUT The Learning Community, a vibrant public charter school that centers the voices of students, families, and teacher...
  • 6/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director of Special Education & Student Services
  • Salem Academy Charter School
  • Salem, MA
  • Organization Overview Salem Academy Charter School (SACS) is a nationally ranked public charter school north of Boston, ...
  • 6/17/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director of Special Education
  • Educational Service Center of Central Ohio
  • Columbus, OH
  • Position Type: Administration/Administrator Date Posted: 5/21/2024 Location: Groveport Madison Schools Date Available: 0...
  • 6/17/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Education Director - Chelsea Day Treatment Program
  • Spurwink Services
  • Augusta, ME
  • $3,750 Sign-On Bonus!!!! Spurwink Services is looking for an experienced and dynamic Education Director for our Chelsea ...
  • 6/16/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Income Estimation for Director of Special Education jobs
$77,011 to $111,481