Special Education Administrator Job Normal area,Illinois USA,Education / Teaching

Position: Special Education Administrator - 10 months
Position Type:
Administration/Special Education

Date Posted:
3/6/2026

Location:
Unit Office

Date Available:
Fall 2026

Closing Date:
Until Filled

McLean County Unit District No. 5

JOB DESCRIPTION
Position Title:
Special Education Administrator - 10 Month
Location:
Unit Office
Department:
Special Education
Reports to:
Director of Special Services
FLSA/ Minimum Wage Law Class:
Exempt - Professional
IELRA Class:
Exempt - Supervisor & Managerial Employee
FTE: 1.0

SUMMARY:

The Special Education Administrator plays a pivotal role in the development, implementation, and evaluation of special education programs and services across the district in compliance with state and federal regulations. Working with the Director of Special Education and team, the SEA role ensures that students with disabilities receive a Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) in the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE), supports staff in the delivery of specialized instruction, and collaborates with families and community stakeholders.

This position is responsible for ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations pertaining to special education, while also promoting an inclusive and equitable educational environment for all learners. The ideal candidate will be a leader with a deep understanding of special education law, best practices in instruction and intervention, and a commitment to student success.

DUTIES:

In coordination with the Director of Special Education and other Special Education Administration team members:

Establish, modify, and direct implementation of special education policies and programs for the district

Ensure district compliance with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Section 504, and Illinois special education regulations.

Coordinate and monitor special education services across schools to ensure consistency and high quality.

Provide leadership, training, and support to special education teachers, related service providers, and paraprofessionals.

Collaborate with general education district and building administrators to promote inclusive practices.

Serve as a liaison between the district, families, and outside agencies regarding special education services.

Investigate and resolve parent concerns and due process issues.

Stay current on changes in special education law, best practices, and instructional innovations.

Develop and implement professional development aligned with district and state priorities.

Participate in MTSS District team meetings and facilitate MTSS initiatives.

Provide support to schools in need of behavioral or academic support within special education programs and general education settings:

Direct observation of students' academic, behavioral or functional skills
Follow up and consult with staff to provide recommendations and assistance with progress monitoring tools.
Provide direction to building principals on next steps for staff implementation of suggestions

Provide direction to administrators and staff when seeking a change in placement to a more restrictive setting due to behavioral and/or academic needs.

Provide oversight, direction, and guidance to staff on writing and implementing individualized IEPs.

Collaborate effectively with building principals, general education staff, parents, and community agencies to ensure coordinated services for students.

Serve as the IEP Local Education Administrator (LEA) as needed.

Coordinate Task Forces as approved by the Director of Special Education.

Supervision of appointed special education building teams and programs.

Supervise, evaluate, recruit, interview for employment, and recommend for hire, promotion, transfer, or discharge of special education teachers and related service staff as applicable.

Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director of Special Education.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Master's degree in Special Education, Educational Leadership, or related field

Minimum 5 years successful experience as a special educator

Valid Professional Educator License with Endorsement in Supervision, Administration or Director of Special Education

Professional image, actions, communications and working relationships are required at all times

Able to perform job duties at assigned work location on a regular and consistent basis

Requires occasional evening meetings or events and travel between district locations as needed

Such alternatives within the guidelines of the Illinois State Board of Education and acceptable to the Board of Education of McLean County Unit District No. 5

COMPENSATION:

Fully Board Paid Medical, Dental, and Vision available

Salary Range: $70,700 - $113,300

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Apply Online at www.unit
5.org

INTERNAL APPLICANTS WISHING TO TRANSFER SHOULD APPLY ONLINE AND USE THE INTERNAL APPLICATION