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