Professional Development and Related Services/...

Position Type: Administration/Program CoordinatorDate Posted: 3/19/2026Location: SASED Administrative OfficesDate Available: 07/01/2026Closing Date: 04/15/2026Title: Professional Development and Related Services/Diagnostic Coordinator FLSA Status: ExemptJob Category: Certified AdministrationReports To: Assistant Director of Programs and ServicesSalary Range: $110,000.00-120,000.00Qualifications:Professional Educator License and at least one of the following endorsements: Learning Behavior Specialist (LBS1), Speech and Language Pathologist (non-teaching), School Social Worker, or School PsychologistType 75 Administrative, Principal's Leadership Endorsement, or Director of Special Education EndorsementIllinois State Board of Education issued teacher and principal evaluator designationsSuch alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable Core Competencies:1. Demonstrated leadership and organizational skills2. Excellent interpersonal and verbal/written communication skill3. Effective collaborative problem-solving abilityEssential Functions:Understand, implement, and share all SASED and School District building policies and assist in the development of administrative processes and procedures.Ensure students with disabilities receive a free and appropriate public education in the least restrictive environment in accordance with state and federal lawOversee and coordinate compliance with ISBE regulations and mandates, including IEP Compliance and implementation, maintaining accurate records, and sharing new information.Respond to the changing needs of education and the SASED member districts through a shared vision, innovative practices, and collaborative partnershipsCultivate and maintain professional relationships with all stakeholders, attend, facilitate, and participate in stakeholder and Administrative meetings, and serve as a liaison between school staff, students and administratorsConsult with stakeholders regarding the total special education programming, procedures, needed program improvement and instruction, students, curriculum, social and emotional learning,in coordination with Assistant DirectorEvaluates achievement and placement of students in SASED ProgrammingProvide leadership for the design and implementation of curricula, student support services, and learning systems that support the learning goals of the SASED programs and individual needs of students.Assesses student needs and recommends and monitors student support program ensuring equitable opportunity for success for all studentsCollect and analyze accurate and current data to inform program improvement plans and ensure program efficacyConduct classroom walkthroughs, visitations, consultations, and observations to ensure program fidelityOversee the preparation and implementation of facilitated IEPs, including annual reviews, reevaluations, initial evaluations, and other meetings as necessary completing follow-up documentation and reportsDevelop and/or assist in the development and implementation of administrative duties related to curriculum development, instruction, social and emotional learning, program evaluation, budget preparation and management, classroom assignments, board reports, staffing patterns, teaching and staff the strategic plan, assignments, schedules, assistive technology, master scheduling,Conduct and plan regularly scheduled department team meetings, PLC's, GLT's for the SIIS team, student support service staff, PLC, and others as neededPromotes and models positive interpersonal relationships and ensure aligned rewards and recognition for staff and student achievementsSupport recruitment and retention of highly qualified staff in all areas.Maintain knowledge of current research and best practices in education through professional reading, membershipsDevelop and oversee systems to manage SASED's fiscal and business responsibilities, including cost-effectiveness, resource efficiency, protection of assets (equipments, supplies, AT, etc), and inventory management.Assist with the coordination and supervision of ESY Programs.Assist with and oversee all professional development opportunities.Develop and provide ongoing mentoring, orientation for new staff, and professional learning opportunities that develop skills and knowledge to staff across education and innovative practicesCoordinate, evaluate, and designate evaluation of certified and non-certified staff with program administrators and LEA's, specifically in the areas of the Transition program, the SIIS team, speech and language therapists, EL teachers, related services, itinerants, and diagnostic teams. and other other certified staff as assigned.Coordinate and evaluate Program Administrators and Assistant Program Administrators with assistance from the Assistant Director of ProgramsOther duties as assigned by supervisorPhysical Demands and Work Environment:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, bend, climb stairs, write, type, speak and listen. In addition, the employee may occasionally be required to twist and reach. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, peripheral and distant vision. Ability to work in an office environment, setting, standing, light lifting, filing, operate office machines and computer, communicate with staff, visitors and others. Occasional lifting, otherwise non-demanding physical office activities. The noise level in the work environment ranges from quiet/moderate to loud. The employee is frequently required to interact with other staff and visitors. The employee is directly responsible for the safety and well-being of students. The statements in the job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work to be performed by (an) individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities related to the position. This job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity and School Board Policy and procedures. Essential and marginal job functions are subject to modification. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.Terms of Employment: 259 day work year at compensation set by the SASED Board of Directors. Position is eligible for flex time.Evaluation: Performance will be evaluated by the Assistant Director of Programs and Services in accordance with the SASED Board of Directors policy on evaluation.Attachment(s):SASED Benefit Summary 2026

Created: 2026-04-15