Associate Principal of Student Services

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ASSOCIATE PRINCIPAL OF STUDENT SERVICES

BARRINGTON HIGH SCHOOL

• Master's Degree in Educational Leadership, Special Education, School Administration, or a related field
• Professional Educator License with Principal Endorsement or equivalent General Administrative Endorsement required
• Professional Educator License with Special Education, School Counseling, School Psychology, School Social Work, Speech-Language Pathology, or another related student services endorsement required

• Minimum of four (4) years of experience in special education, student services, or related educational leadership roles preferred
• Experience supervising certified and non-certified staff preferred
• Demonstrated experience leading special education programming, compliance, and student support services

• Thorough knowledge of special education laws, regulations, procedures, and best practices
• Knowledge of Section 504 requirements and student support systems
• Strong understanding of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS), behavioral supports, attendance interventions, and student services programming
• Demonstrated leadership skills to build capacity, foster collaboration, and support continuous improvement
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and decision-making skills
• Ability to analyze data and utilize information to improve student outcomes and program effectiveness
• Strong written and oral communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders
• Current certification in teacher and principal evaluation systems preferred

The Associate Principal of Student Services provides leadership, oversight, and coordination of special education, counseling, student services, and student discipline at Barrington High School. This position is responsible for ensuring high-quality programming, compliance, and support systems that promote student achievement, positive behavior, attendance, social-emotional well‑being, and post‑secondary readiness.

Barrington High School Principal & District Student Services Administrators

Assistant Principals of Student Services, The Special Education Team Lead TOSA, Special Education and related services staff, Student Services staff, special education paraprofessionals, and other assigned student services support staff. (Director and shared supervision in collaboration with building administration)

• Provide leadership and oversight for special education, Section 504, MTSS, case management, attendance, behavioral supports, and related student services programs.
• Ensure all student services programs are implemented with fidelity and comply with federal, state, and district requirements.
• Coordinate and monitor special education programming, staffing, and service delivery to ensure student needs are met.
• Lead the evaluation, placement, and service planning processes for students receiving special education services.
• Oversee student screening processes and support systems designed to identify and address student needs.
• Support transition planning and services for students preparing for post‑secondary opportunities.
• Coordinate homebound and hospital instruction services as appropriate.

• Ensure compliance with IDEA, Section 504, Illinois State Board of Education requirements, and district procedures.
• Monitor the implementation and quality of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), Section 504 Plans, and related services.
• Attend or delegate participation in IEP and student support meetings as appropriate.
• Support teams in addressing complex student academic, behavioral, attendance, and social‑emotional concerns.
• Collaborate with staff and families to resolve concerns and ensure appropriate supports for students.

• Supervise, support, and evaluate certified and non‑certified student services staff.
• Provide coaching, feedback, and professional growth opportunities to staff members.
• Promote collaboration among special education, counseling,…