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Principal Consultant - SigDisPro (Principal Consultant #1155)

Principal Consultant - SigDisPro (Principal Consultant #1155)

The Illinois Association of School AdministratorsChicago, IL, United States
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Reporting to a Supervisor, is responsible for the development, implementation and evaluation of programs and procedural systems which impact equity and discipline of students who have a disability; monitors state performance plan indicators related to equity and discipline; participates in the review and recommendations for related contracts, grants, or projects; acts as a communication link between various public entities; provides programmatic consultation and assists in the department's overall activities related to the support and improvement of educational programs.

Duties and Responsibilities :

  • Coordinates the ongoing development, implementation, evaluation, and oversight of programs and activities related to disproportionality of students having or suspected of having a disability and / or specific special education placements and serving as staff liaison to projects and personnel.
  • Performs oversight of grant development and implementation related to specialized population.
  • Serves as a liaison between school districts and cooperatives and the department regarding special education services and the support of students having or suspected of having a disability.
  • Provides a point of contact within the Agency regarding assigned school districts.
  • Connects and follows up regarding questions and needs.
  • Identifies trends and provides proactive support.
  • Participates in the department's regulatory functions of general supervision.
  • Serves as an agency representative and provides technical assistance regarding collection and reporting of data, including the development and implementation of activities associated with the State Performance Plan and Board goals including field based supports.
  • Participates in the development and ongoing review / revision of publications, documents and other materials.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications :

  • Master's degree in Special Education, Education, Educational Administration, or Pupil Personnel Services (School Counselor, School Psychologist, School Social Worker), or, a Bachelor's degree in one of these areas plus two years of relevant professional experience. (COPY OF TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED AT TIME OF APPLICATION)
  • Two years of experience (in addition to education requirements) providing education, special education, or pupil personnel services to students with disabilities in public or nonpublic elementary and / or secondary schools, state or university level, within the last five years.
  • Working knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations regarding students with disabilities.
  • Knowledge of current issues and best practices in the field of special education.
  • Knowledge of methods, practices and procedures for serving students with disabilities from diverse and cultural backgrounds.

    • Preferred Qualifications :

  • Educator and / or Administrative license.
  • General experience working with students from diverse social and cultural backgrounds.
  • Experience in a variety of educational settings.

    • Salary / Benefits

    Union : IFSOE

    Department : Special Education

    Anticipated Starting Salary Range : $62,449 - $78,917

    Full Salary Range : $62,449 - $106,278

    Office Hours : Monday – Friday 8 : 00 a.m. – 5 : 00 p.m.

    Interested parties must submit the required application, cover letter, resume, and transcripts (unofficial until recommended for hire). The subject line should include the position number(s) you are applying for.

    District Name IL State Board of Education Building Name Address 555 West Monroe Street Suite 900

    Chicago, IL 60661 Phone (217) 782-6434 Fax (217)785-3972 IASA Region Cook South County Cook Employment Type Full-time permanent Job Category Agency / Association Grade Level Other

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