Special Education Program Chair Position

Special Education Program Chair Position .

Department Chairs at Proviso Township High Schools serve as instructional leaders dedicated to improving classroom instruction through the successful implementation of the Proviso Instructional Framework. They act as instructional coaches, facilitators of adult learning, and models of best practice within their departments and schools. The Special Education Program Chair supplements the work of the Department Chairs by providing highly specialized technical and instructional support to all teachers who work with students with disabilities.

Employees are responsible for obtaining/retaining the most current statutory and administrative rule requirements for their position.

• Education/Training:
  Minimum of 5 years experience teaching in special education classrooms
• Licensure:
  Valid Illinois Professional Educators License (PEL) grades 9-12
• Endorsement: LBS1
• Minimum of five years of successful classroom teaching experience in area of discipline, demonstrating a deep understanding of effective instructional practices.
• Demonstrated understanding of and compliance with District policies, procedures, and guidelines.

• ESL or Bilingual Certification (Grades 9–12)
• Experience teaching in a variety of settings (e.g., instructional, co‑teaching)
• Ability to design and deliver interactive presentations for large and small groups and to coach colleagues in effective instructional strategies
• Capacity to critically evaluate and enhance the quality of education within one’s discipline
• Strong understanding of data‑driven instruction and assessment, with proven ability to analyze student data to support teaching
• Excellent verbal, written, and public‑speaking skills
• Proficiency with educational and presentation technologies
• Sensitivity to and effectiveness in working with a diverse school and community
• Ability to foster growth, motivate colleagues, and build a positive, organized learning environment
• Documentable equity‑based leadership ability and success working in challenging environments
• Willingness to fully participate in all district curriculum and instruction initiatives and projects
• Broad, up‑to‑date knowledge and experience in special education, with a commitment to lifelong learning
• Enthusiastic, open, and organized approach to teaching and collaboration
• Able to prioritize Program Chair work by limiting competing priorities
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish

• Teaching — 25%
• Coaching — 50%
• Leading Professional Learning — 5%
• Miscellaneous Support to Teachers — 20%

• Provide Leadership Support to Special Education and General Education staff alike
• Provide Curriculum leadership through differentiated instruction (Life Skills (TST), Instructional and co‑taught models)
• Coach and support all teachers to ensure Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) needs are met
• Support teachers in the implementation of IEP Accommodations and Modifications (all classes/all teachers)
• Assist in continuity of instruction with all special education classes
• Consult with teachers (Gen Ed/Elective) to strengthen modifications/accommodation delivery
• Collaborate with building and district leadership
• Work closely with building administration on a daily basis; scheduling, placements, budgets, movement, organization
• Model and coach inclusive practices, with an emphasis on coaching co‑teaching pairs
• Provide recommendations and serve as a thought partner for staff and student scheduling
• Collaborate with School Counselors on placement and monitoring of student graduation planning/post‑secondary
• Monitor Compliance of Co‑Taught classes (70% Gen Ed, 30% Special Education)
• Differentiate Instructional Framework for Co‑Taught, instructional and Life Skills (TST) setting
• Assist in providing instructional services
• Support Special Education Teachers/Case Managers on a daily basis
• Collaborate with Core/Elective Department Chairs based of off needs to support departments

As established by the current Agreement between Proviso Township High Schools District No. 209…