Assistant Director of Special Education
Niles Township High Schools District 219, Chicago, IL, United States
Reports to: Director of Special Education
Supervises: Licensed and Non‑Licensed staff in designated departments
Assigned activity sponsors
Position objective: Assists the Special Education Director in the development and implementation of curriculum and instruction in designated departments as well as supervise and evaluate the delivery of instruction in compliance with Board Goals, district and building policies and procedures for the purpose of advancing student performance.
Minimum Qualifications
Illinois Public Educator License, General Administrative Endorsement, and Teacher Evaluator Designation required
Director of Special Education Endorsement
Master’s Degree
Teaching or administrative experience in an appropriate related field
Required Skills
Ability to respond to emergency situations (medical, behavioral, etc.)
Maintain comprehensive knowledge of IDEA, State and Federal education laws, and regulations
Ability to assist the Director of Special Education in developing and maintaining a budget
Ability to read, interpret, and explain materials from Board policy, administrative procedures, professional journals, and legal documents, including Illinois School Code
Ability to problem‑solve, make independent decisions, and effectuate change
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrated leadership ability to work with high school students and adults
Ability to interpret and analyze data, and produce high-quality presentations and documents
Ability to deal with difficult situations courteously, tactfully, and with discretion and good judgment
Ability to interact effectively with a variety of audiences and individuals
Current knowledge of best practices in business, operations, and human resources
Ability to communicate and interact effectively with a variety of audiences
Ability to maintain and grow current job skills
Ability to lead all phases of instructional programs
Ability to interpret, analyze, and use data to effectively present information, produce documents at a high level of sophistication, and respond to questions
Ability to access and utilize technology to maximize other skills and performance
Ability to make rational decisions, problem‑solve, and effectuate change in accordance with established policies and procedures
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and stakeholders
Ability to manage fiscal, physical, and human resources to successfully carry out the functions and programs of the office
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Strong work ethic and aptitude as a self‑starter who requires minimal supervision
Performance Responsibilities Supervises and Evaluates the Performance of Licensed and Non‑Licensed Staff Members
Serves as the Local Educational Agency (LEA) and facilitator for IEP meetings
Supervises and evaluates classroom instruction
Helps teachers understand the special needs or problems of individual students
Supports the professional development of staff members
Orients new teachers in the content area
Plans, evaluates, and oversees testing programs for the assigned curricular area
Assists department teachers in the handling of day‑to‑day issues related to instruction
Supports the introduction of instructional ideas and strategies to staff members
Enforces personnel policies
Follows district evaluation policies and procedures for assigned staff
Investigates concerns regarding employees
Recommends for dismissal, tenure, and job assignments
Recruits, screens, hires, trains, and assigns candidates
Supervises and evaluates curriculum‑related activities
Coordinates the assignment of student teachers and observers within the designated curriculum area(s) under the supervision of the Director of Special Education
Assists the Director of Special Education with running and evaluating system reports to ensure that all Special Education IEPs comply with IDEA, State, and Federal laws and regulations
Coordinates the Review, Revision and Implementation of Departmental Curriculum
Facilitates Sender School Articulations
Analyzes student progress in special education curriculum content areas
Collaborates with teachers to develop, revise, and implement curriculum and assessments, e.g., learning targets, curriculum guides, and end‑of‑course assessments
Supervises the implementation of curriculum and instructional programs
Assists in the planning of departmental professional development
Leads the Department(s)
Implements board policies and procedures
Keeps informed about current trends and practices in the various subject matter fields and disseminates professional information and materials to staff
Collaborates with other departmental leaders to coordinate programs
Participates in activities for continued professional growth
Works with the Director of Special Education to resolve inter‑ and intra‑departmental conflicts
Serves as LEA representative and facilitator for IEP meetings as needed
Maintains open communication with parents, parent groups, and community organizations
Represents the district at professional meetings and conferences
Provides Fiscal Management for the Department(s)
Assists the Director of Special Education with contracts for the purchase and delivery of goods and services
Obtains comparative prices and quotations when appropriate
Advises the Director of Special Education on the department’s budgetary needs
Manages Departmental Organization
Maintains administrative records; prepares reports and correspondence
Supervises school‑sponsored events; supervises chaperones as assigned
Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Special Education
Works with the Director of Special Education regarding facilities
Monitors that the department is in compliance with IDEA
Coordinates and monitors necessary medical trainings for staff and outside related service providers
Ensures that care plans are completed and shared with the necessary staff
Terms of Employment 205‑day work calendar with irregular or extended work hours, including evenings and weekends.
Salary Range Target hiring range for this position will be between $125,000 and $140,000 per year. The offered salary will be determined by the applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.
Niles Township High Schools District 219 is an equal‑opportunity employer. It is the policy and practice of District 219 to decide all matters relating to employment solely on the basis of the applicant’s ability to perform the essential functions of the position. District 219 ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, sex, sexual orientation, color, national origin, religion, age or handicap.
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Supervises: Licensed and Non‑Licensed staff in designated departments
Assigned activity sponsors
Position objective: Assists the Special Education Director in the development and implementation of curriculum and instruction in designated departments as well as supervise and evaluate the delivery of instruction in compliance with Board Goals, district and building policies and procedures for the purpose of advancing student performance.
Minimum Qualifications
Illinois Public Educator License, General Administrative Endorsement, and Teacher Evaluator Designation required
Director of Special Education Endorsement
Master’s Degree
Teaching or administrative experience in an appropriate related field
Required Skills
Ability to respond to emergency situations (medical, behavioral, etc.)
Maintain comprehensive knowledge of IDEA, State and Federal education laws, and regulations
Ability to assist the Director of Special Education in developing and maintaining a budget
Ability to read, interpret, and explain materials from Board policy, administrative procedures, professional journals, and legal documents, including Illinois School Code
Ability to problem‑solve, make independent decisions, and effectuate change
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrated leadership ability to work with high school students and adults
Ability to interpret and analyze data, and produce high-quality presentations and documents
Ability to deal with difficult situations courteously, tactfully, and with discretion and good judgment
Ability to interact effectively with a variety of audiences and individuals
Current knowledge of best practices in business, operations, and human resources
Ability to communicate and interact effectively with a variety of audiences
Ability to maintain and grow current job skills
Ability to lead all phases of instructional programs
Ability to interpret, analyze, and use data to effectively present information, produce documents at a high level of sophistication, and respond to questions
Ability to access and utilize technology to maximize other skills and performance
Ability to make rational decisions, problem‑solve, and effectuate change in accordance with established policies and procedures
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and stakeholders
Ability to manage fiscal, physical, and human resources to successfully carry out the functions and programs of the office
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Strong work ethic and aptitude as a self‑starter who requires minimal supervision
Performance Responsibilities Supervises and Evaluates the Performance of Licensed and Non‑Licensed Staff Members
Serves as the Local Educational Agency (LEA) and facilitator for IEP meetings
Supervises and evaluates classroom instruction
Helps teachers understand the special needs or problems of individual students
Supports the professional development of staff members
Orients new teachers in the content area
Plans, evaluates, and oversees testing programs for the assigned curricular area
Assists department teachers in the handling of day‑to‑day issues related to instruction
Supports the introduction of instructional ideas and strategies to staff members
Enforces personnel policies
Follows district evaluation policies and procedures for assigned staff
Investigates concerns regarding employees
Recommends for dismissal, tenure, and job assignments
Recruits, screens, hires, trains, and assigns candidates
Supervises and evaluates curriculum‑related activities
Coordinates the assignment of student teachers and observers within the designated curriculum area(s) under the supervision of the Director of Special Education
Assists the Director of Special Education with running and evaluating system reports to ensure that all Special Education IEPs comply with IDEA, State, and Federal laws and regulations
Coordinates the Review, Revision and Implementation of Departmental Curriculum
Facilitates Sender School Articulations
Analyzes student progress in special education curriculum content areas
Collaborates with teachers to develop, revise, and implement curriculum and assessments, e.g., learning targets, curriculum guides, and end‑of‑course assessments
Supervises the implementation of curriculum and instructional programs
Assists in the planning of departmental professional development
Leads the Department(s)
Implements board policies and procedures
Keeps informed about current trends and practices in the various subject matter fields and disseminates professional information and materials to staff
Collaborates with other departmental leaders to coordinate programs
Participates in activities for continued professional growth
Works with the Director of Special Education to resolve inter‑ and intra‑departmental conflicts
Serves as LEA representative and facilitator for IEP meetings as needed
Maintains open communication with parents, parent groups, and community organizations
Represents the district at professional meetings and conferences
Provides Fiscal Management for the Department(s)
Assists the Director of Special Education with contracts for the purchase and delivery of goods and services
Obtains comparative prices and quotations when appropriate
Advises the Director of Special Education on the department’s budgetary needs
Manages Departmental Organization
Maintains administrative records; prepares reports and correspondence
Supervises school‑sponsored events; supervises chaperones as assigned
Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Special Education
Works with the Director of Special Education regarding facilities
Monitors that the department is in compliance with IDEA
Coordinates and monitors necessary medical trainings for staff and outside related service providers
Ensures that care plans are completed and shared with the necessary staff
Terms of Employment 205‑day work calendar with irregular or extended work hours, including evenings and weekends.
Salary Range Target hiring range for this position will be between $125,000 and $140,000 per year. The offered salary will be determined by the applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.
Niles Township High Schools District 219 is an equal‑opportunity employer. It is the policy and practice of District 219 to decide all matters relating to employment solely on the basis of the applicant’s ability to perform the essential functions of the position. District 219 ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, sex, sexual orientation, color, national origin, religion, age or handicap.
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