IEP Coordinator - Opportunity to Make a Difference

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Illinois Teaching Certificate – LBS I (Limited or Unlimited) or LBS II

2. Type 75 ISBE Endorsement

3. Successful background clearance, physical, and drug/alcohol screening and the ability to meet all licensing standards of the Department of Human Services and the Department of Child and Family Services

4. 5 Years Teaching Experience in Special Education

5. Knowledge and expertise in SPED Law

6. Ability to foster a supportive relationship by serving as a Hope School representative to local, state, and education agencies

7. Excellent interpersonal skills

8. Experience delivering staff development training to small or large groups who work in diverse educational capacities

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Expertise in the implementation of programs and services for students with special needs. These programs and services include IEP process, professional development, curriculum development, and Student Information System (SIS).

2. Ability, knowledge and expertise in the provision of clinical services for persons with special needs.

3. Two years supervisory experience for paraprofessionals in an educational setting.

4. ISBE Supervisory Certificate

5. Experience with organizing information, analyzing and documentation of data

STANDARD OF PERFORMANCE:

Ensure adherence to all applicable rules and regulations as well as best-practice standards in the provision of education services to children and youth with special needs. Provides guidance and direction associated with professional development activities for professional education staff. Participates in quality improvement studies to determine efficiency, viability and appropriateness of new approaches and interventions taking the necessary actions to address problems/issues. Interprets and ensures the appropriate interpretation of SPED law advocating for youth in attainment of maximum benefit.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Oversees and provides supervision to therapy professionals (Speech/Language, Occupational, Physical, Music, and Art).

2. Coordinates, oversees and provides guidance and direction for the Individual Education Program (IEP) meetings for each child served in the Therapeutic Day School Programs ensuring compliance with all applicable rules and regulations.

3. Oversees and provides guidance and direction for the Professional Development of teachers ensuring compliance with all applicable rules, regulations and THICF policies and procedures.

4. Oversees and coordinates the accreditation processes associated with THICF Learning Center. These include but aren’t limited to CARF, AdvancEd, etc.

5. In conjunction with the Residential Administrative staff, identifies and addresses barriers to effective communication and effective services.

6. Active participation in any and all placement committees to ensure appropriate communication and documentation for any and all student moves; both residentially and educationally.

7. Oversees and coordinates implementation of Unique Curriculum by all educators.

8. Oversees all reporting regulations as dictated by home school districts and the Student Information System (SIS).

9. Oversees state alternate assessment Dynamic Learning Maps (DLM).

OTHER RESPONSIBIILTIES:

1. Communicates with parents, guardians, staff, visitors, licensing agencies, etc. in professional and courteous manner.

2. Assists with orientation and on-the-job training for new employees.

3. Prepares and oversees the preparation of all required and requested reports and records in a timely fashion. Ensures acceptable completeness, clarity, and spelling in the preparation of such documents.

4. Assumes responsibility as a mandated reporter concerning incidents of purported abuse/neglect of youth, as outlined in the Agency Policies and Procedures.

5. Assumes responsibility for assuring compliance of individual rights and program delivery as defined in the Illinois Department of Mental Health Code and Confidentiality Act, as well as the Child Care Act of the Department of Children and Family Services.

6. Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.