Title: District Services Coordinator

Assignment: School year, full-time and additional summer days at contractual per diem

Location: Northfield Campus and District-wide responsibilities

Reports to: Executive Director of Special Education

Supervises: New Trier Learning Center (NTLC) Department Chair and Faculty, Resource/Learning Strategies Faculty

Start Date: August 10, 2026

Salary Range: $102,087 - $165,124

Position Overview:

The District Services Coordinator provides leadership, coordination, and oversight for all district programming that supports students with emotional disabilities. The Coordinator ensures that instructional services, therapeutic supports, and behavioral interventions are aligned with best practices and meet federal and state requirements. This role manages program development, faculty supervision, articulation processes, and outplacement for students requiring therapeutic or highly structured supports. The position also oversees students who are outplaced with demonstrated need for additional social-emotional interventions. The Coordinator collaborates closely with building administrators, related service providers, mental health staff, and families to ensure that students have access to safe, supportive, and effective learning environments.

Leaders at New Trier possess the skills and dispositions described in the New Trier Candidate Profile.

Qualifications:

Illinois Professional Educator License with appropriate endorsements; LBS1 or related-service credential preferred.
Administrative or principal endorsement preferred, or willingness to obtain.
Master’s degree in Special Education, School Psychology, School Social Work, or related field.
Experience working with students with emotional disabilities and knowledge of therapeutic programming, behavioral supports, and trauma-informed practices.
Strong knowledge of IDEA, Section 504, and ISBE regulations.
Demonstrated leadership qualities, communication skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with staff, families, and administrators.
Qualified Evaluator certification preferred, or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities:

Program Leadership and Oversight

Oversees all programming and services for students with emotional disabilities, ensuring alignment with district expectations, best practices, and legal requirements.
Designs, develops, and monitors therapeutic program structures, curriculum supports, and behavioral systems that meet the diverse needs of students.
Collaborates with related service providers, mental health teams, and outside agencies to ensure consistency and coordination of services.
Oversees the New Trier Learning Center (NTLC) program and supervises the NTLC Department Chair and faculty, ensuring consistent implementation of the program’s therapeutic, academic, and behavioral structures.
In conjunction with the Director of New Trier Learning Center, ensures NTLC provides a highly structured, small-class therapeutic environment that integrates individualized instruction, emotional regulation practices, and academic support aligned with New Trier curriculum and expectations.
In conjunction with the Director of New Trier Learning Center, monitors NTLC programming to ensure students receive appropriate academic modifications, access to social work services, and therapeutic strategies to support their academic success, return to general education environments when appropriate, and preparation for post–high school goals.
Collaborates with NTLC staff to review student progress, placement decisions, transitions, and reintegration plans.
Collects and analyzes program data to evaluate effectiveness and support program improvement.

Student Placement and Outplacement

Maintains communication with outplacement sites, monitors progress, and ensures compliance with district expectations and IEP requirements.
Provides guidance to administrators and teams regarding placement decisions and appropriate levels of support.
Leads and manages outplacement processes for students with emotional disabilities, including referrals, communication with families, and collaboration with outside programs.

Articulation and Transition

Coordinates articulation processes for students entering the district from grades 8 to 9 and transitioning into the Winnetka Campus.
Collaborates with sender schools, case managers, families, and district teams to ensure smooth, well-planned transitions.
Oversees the transfer and implementation of IEPs, service plans, and relevant behavioral or therapeutic supports.

LEA Responsibilities

Serves as the Primary LEA for students in therapeutic programs and ensures legal compliance in all IEP meetings.
Facilitates evaluation processes, placement decisions, and service design in collaboration with building teams.
Ensures timelines, documentation, high-quality IEP development, and procedural safeguards are consistently followed.

Faculty Support, Supervision, and Evaluation

Supports, develops, and supervises faculty and staff assigned to Therapeutic Services.
Conducts evaluations of certified and non-certified staff in accordance with district procedures.
Provides coaching, professional development, and ongoing support to staff who serve students with emotional disabilities.
Fosters a positive, collaborative culture among staff working within therapeutic programs.

Collaboration and Communication

Works closely with the Executive Director of Special Education, building administrators, and district leadership to ensure therapeutic programming aligns with district goals.
Communicates regularly with families regarding programming, services, and student needs.
Serves as the district liaison to outside therapeutic programs, community mental health partners, and agencies serving students with emotional disabilities.

Other Responsibilities

Maintains current knowledge of therapeutic practices, behavioral interventions, and legal requirements.
Oversees logistical aspects of these programs, including facilities, transportation, and budget.
Performs other duties as assigned by the Executive Director of Special Education.

FLSA: Exempt

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