<p>Duties</p> <ul> <li>Maintain and monitor a system for collecting and reviewing data on students considered for special education programs/services and district intervention services. </li><li>Develop and coordinate the implementation of early childhood screening, referrals, programs, and services (including preschool services). </li><li>Attend building meetings when available upon request. </li><li>Implement procedures to assure appropriate completion of Case Study Evaluations/Re-evaluations. Coordinate the nurse, social worker, and psychologist regarding component completion. </li><li>Implement procedures for multi-disciplinary staff conferences, IEP conferences, and other appropriate meetings. </li><li>Attend, chair, and record at case study evaluation staffing, assuring compliance with IDEA and that IEPs are written and designed to meet student needs. </li><li>Coordinate the placement of students in self-contained instructional programs, resource, inclusionary, speech/language, and private placements. Provide technical assistance regarding decisions on intake, change of program, or termination in accordance with adopted criteria and procedures. </li><li>Serve as a liaison to the Northwestern Illinois Association (NIA) and coordinate referrals to these and other agencies. </li><li>Attend all out-of-district special education MDCs and IEP meetings as the LEA representative. </li><li>Coordinate home/hospital tutoring arrangements, payments, and reimbursement processing. </li><li>Develop, coordinate, implement, and evaluate a sequential services, programs, and curriculum continuum. Assist in the selection of appropriate supplies, materials, and equipment. </li><li>Serve as the District's 504 Coordinator and liaison for homeless children. </li><li>DCFS Liaison. </li><li>Establish and supervise transportation services for students with special needs. </li><li>Provide analysis of program needs, enrollment trends, incidence rates, and instructional design to district administration, i.e., needs assessment. </li><li>Coordinate regular meetings involving district special education staff. </li><li>Assist in the preparation of the special education budget. </li><li>Maintain attendance records for out-of-district placements. </li><li>Prepare reimbursement forms, FACT forms, pre-approval forms, forms to facilitate cash flow, and other necessary forms. </li><li>Arrange extended school year opportunities and related transportation. </li><li>Assist in planning and conducting in-service in relation to or affecting special education programs. </li><li>Recruit, evaluate, and recommend the employment, termination, and assignment of special education instructional assistants in conjunction with the building principals. </li><li>Coordinate referrals to outside agencies and physicians. </li><li>Other administrative duties as assigned by the Superintendent. </li></ul> <p>Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Special Education (LBS1 endorsement) </li><li>Experience working with special education students/teachers </li><li>Illinois general administrative certificate (preferred) </li><li>Director of Special Education endorsement (preferred) </li><li>Strong leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills </li><li>Knowledge of special education programs and services </li><li>Foundational knowledge of 504s </li><li>Demonstrated ability to manage personnel and budget </li></ul> <p>Salary/Benefits</p> <ul> <li>Salary based on education and experience </li><li>Health/Life/Dental/Vision Insurance </li><li>Vacation Days </li><li>12 Sick Days/year </li><li>4 Personal Days/year </li></ul> <p>How to Apply</p> <p>Apply online at https://www.applitrack.com/nbcusd/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Administration</p> <p>Link to District/Third Party Online Application Web Page</p> <p>https://www.applitrack.com/nbcusd/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Administration</p> <p>School District</p> <p>https://www.nbcusd.org/</p> <p>Position Website</p> <p>https://www.applitrack.com/nbcusd/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Administration</p> <p>ILearn Link</p> <p>ILearn</p> <p>Report Card Link</p> <p>Illinois Report Card</p> <p>Job Posting Date</p> <p>5/9/2025</p> <p>Application Deadline</p> <p>6/1/2025</p> <p>Start Date</p> <p>7/1/2025</p>