Coordinator of Early Childhood

Overview

ANTICIPATED VACANCY NOTICE

JOB TITLE: Coordinator of Early Childhood

SCHOOL: Edgebrook Elementary

REPORTS TO: Executive Director of Student Services

CERTIFICATION: Valid Illinois Professional Educator License and State Board of Education Administrative Endorsement.

REQUIREMENTS: Qualified Evaluator under PERA

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 200 Day 10 Month — Full Time

START DATE: August 03, 2026

• Valid Illinois LBS1, School Psychologist, School Social Worker, or equivalent teaching endorsement and Administrative Endorsement.
• Minimum of five (5) years Special Education-related work experience preferred.
• Proven ability to mentor staff.
• Experience in providing curriculum leadership and innovation.
• Ability to work toward interdisciplinary instruction with other departments.
• Proven leadership skills.
• Ability to apply Special Education Rules and Regulations to maintain compliance requirements.
• Able to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in demanding situations.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Assist the Executive Director of Student Services with the identification and selection of scientific, research-based instructional strategies, curricula, and interventions for students with Low Incidence disabilities to enable progression in the general education curriculum and meet district and state standards.
• Inform the Executive Director of Student Services of student progress, teacher and other personnel effectiveness, and program development.
• Work with the Executive Director of Student Services in developing, supervising, and administering the budget and financial accounting of all Student Services programs.
• Advise the administration and staff regarding applicable state and federal statutes and policy implications.
• Observe and collaborate with staff to develop, maintain, and standardize curriculum, set performance goals and objectives, and identify areas of improvement.
• Organize task-oriented teams to address specific department needs.
• Research, plan and coordinate in-service training programs for administrators, parents, regular teachers, special education teachers, etc., in understanding Special Education students.
• Facilitate the development of comprehensive programs and a continuum of services to provide continuity across the District and follow best practices in Resource, Instructional, and Multi-Tiered systems of support (RTI and PBIS).
• Plan and lead professional development activities for teachers, administrators, and support staff.
• Assist in communicating with parents and staff members regarding evaluation, programming, placement, services, and rights of students with disabilities.
• Coordinate and participate in IEP staffing and annual reviews and facilitate the compilation of documentation for student records.
• Conduct reviews of assigned Special Education documents to ensure compliance with District 15 procedures, State and Federal laws; identify areas of need and work with the Executive Director of Student Services to develop and implement programs to address those needs.
• Facilitate communication regarding transportation requirements for Special Education students to the district Transportation Department.
• Work collaboratively with the Director of Health Services to coordinate services.
• Consult with the building principal in the selection of Special Education personnel. Assist with the recruiting, hiring, and training of Special Education staff.
• Assist with the evaluation process of certified and non-certified staff.
• Participate in due process activities as needed.
• Prepare necessary reports as they relate to the Special Education program, including Skyward and I-Star databases.
• Perform such other appropriate duties as may be assigned by the Executive Director of Student Services.

Compensation: $88,000 Base Salary

• Paid health insurance program with major medical, dental and vision
• Board of Education paid life insurance
• Paid sick days and paid personal days
• 7.5% Board Paid TRS

Apply online:(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..org

Attach: cover letter, resume, transcripts, certificates, and four reference letters.

Brian Kilinski

Director of Human Resources

Title IX Coordinator

Contact info: bkilinski

McHenry Community Consolidated School District 15

420 N. Front Street

McHenry, IL 60050

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Posted: 02/06/2026