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Illinois State Board of Education

Early Childhood Special Education Principal Consultant

Pay: $64,322–$109,467/yr

Posted: 4 weeks ago

Location: Springfield, IL (Onsite)

Last Updated: 3 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/6/2026

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A Preschool or Childcare Director manages and directs programs for very young children. Supervises child care workers and pre-school teachers. Proposes policies, program fees and budgets for approval by a program board or administrative agency or implements policies of a national organization. Meets with parents and staff to discuss the development, learning and behavior of children in the program or center. Orders supplies and monitors maintenance and cleaning at a facility. Ensures that the program or center meets state and federal guidelines.

$49,658 / year median in Illinois

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Early Childhood Special Education Principal Consultant Illinois State Board of Education

3.5 Springfield, IL Job Details $64,322
$109,467 a year 13 hours ago Qualifications Special education for early intervention students Full Job Description Early Childhood Special Education Principal Consultant (Principal Consultant #1985) Inventory # 1985 Location Springfield or Chicago Union IFSOE Department Early Childhood Development Anticipated Starting Salary Range $64,322
$81,284 Full Salary Range $64,322
$109,467 Office Hours Monday
Friday 8:00 a.m.
5:00 p.

m. Posted Date July 28, 2026 Closing Date Open Until Filled Reporting to the Supervisor, is responsible for the development, implementation and evaluation of programs which impact on and serve students who are suspected of having a disability condition or who are identified as a person with a disability; provides technical assistance to Agency staff, local education agencies and program administrators; reviews documents and conducts on-site visits of program to evaluate programs; serves as the primary contact for program administrators and assists with problems and questions regarding a particular program; reviews and recommends grant applications and amendments. Duties and Responsibilities Provides expertise in program areas which allows for effective program leadership, development and implementation in the area of early childhood initiatives. Reviews, negotiates and recommends disposition of project/grant applications and contractual agreements. Initiates and conducts on-site visitations of programs/projects for the purpose of determining compliance/non-compliance with applicable federal and state rules, regulations, etc. Monitors projects as implemented in comparison to original plan or approved proposal. Reviews monitoring reports and program improvement plans. Provides technical assistance and other support services for early childhood initiatives to school personnel by way of written and verbal communications as well as on-site visits. Participates in the development and/or revision of program guidelines, rules, procedures, etc. Initiates and maintains contact with external resources, agencies and professional organizations related to assigned programs. Performs other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Masters degree in Education, Early Childhood Education, or an Early Childhood Development field, or, a Bachelors degree in one of these fields plus two years of relevant professional experience. (COPY

OF TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED AT TIME OF APPLICATION

) Two years of experience (in addition to education requirements) working in the field of early childhood special education. Knowledge of best practices and procedures for developing and delivering early childhood and at-risk programs. Ability to communicate well orally and in writing. Ability to work well as a member of a team. Travel and public speaking required. Preferred Qualifications Early childhood special education endorsement or LBS1. Administrative or teaching experience in local school district or community-based early childhood programs. Knowledge of special education requirements under federal Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Illinois Administrative Code.