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Job Opening - Professional/Managerial

Special Education to PEL Program Director

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  • Work Department: School of Education
  • Class Title/Code: Program Director (5003)
  • Effective Date: Nov 2, 2024
  • Responsibilities:

    A SPED Para to PEL Program Director typically:

    1. Provide supervision to the Program Mentors for the Special Education Para to PEL program.
    2. Review and develop training opportunities for Program Mentors.
    3. Provide resources for student support and review student feedback regarding Program Mentors.
    4. Provide guidance to paraprofessional students by: Reviewing their degree plans and course sequences; Supporting them with exam preparation materials; Ensuring courses align with Special Education and Culturally Responsive Teaching standards; Checking that online courses use effective teaching methods and are easy to use.
    5. Attend regular meetings: Collaborate with instructors, students, and the IESE to assess student needs; Coordinate with the Field and Clinical Experiences Coordinator; Discuss program needs with the Program Mentors; Evaluate how well the program meets student needs.
    6. Assist with recruitment for the Special Education Paraprofessional to PEL program by attending recruitment events and actively work to recruit incumbent workers.
  • Required Qualifications:

    CREDENTIALS TO BE VERIFIED BY PLACEMENT OFFICER:

    1. Minimum of Master’s Degree in Special Education with Illinois PEL or Master’s Degree in related field with 5 years experience in supervision of Special Educators.
    2. Minimum 5 years classroom experience in Special Education (PK-22) or related field.
    3. Experience with Google Suite tools and other technology used to create presentations.
    4. Supervisory experience.
  • Starting Salary: $4,529/month
  • Application Deadline: Nov 16, 2024
  • Additional Information:

    This part-time (30%) position is a 9 month appointment.

Employment - Information & Instructions

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All application materials, including completed application, transcripts, and resume, are due in the WIU Human Resources Office no later than 4:30 p.m. the day of the application deadline.

Western Illinois University is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity employer with a strong commitment to diversity and a non-discrimination policy that includes sex, race, color, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, religion, age, marital status, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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Phone: (309) 298-1971 ext. 1
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