Coordinator of Student Services

Duties

* 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, such as Emotional/Behavior Disorder, Autism, and Intellectual Disability to enable them to progress 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 the 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.

Qualifications

* 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.

* 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.

Salary/Benefits

Compensation:
Commensurate with Experience

Eligible for administrative benefits including:

* Paid health insurance program with major medical, dental and vision

* Board of Education paid life insurance

* Paid sick days and paid personal days

* 6% Board Paid TRS

How to Apply

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

Link to District/Third Party Online Application Web Page

Email Address

bkilinski

School District

www.d15.org

Position Website

www.d15.org

City Website

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ILearn Link

ILearn

Report Card Link

Illinois Report Card

Job Posting Date

7/28/2025

Start Date

8/4/2025