Coordinator of Instructional and Information Technology - 2026_2027 School Year

Coordinator of Instructional and Information Technology for the 2026-2027 School Year – ELC The ELC is located in Vernon Hills, Illinois, and is a special education cooperative serving students with special needs ages 3 through 22. It represents Kildeer Countryside Community Consolidated School District 96, Lincolnshire‑Prairie View School District 103, Adlai E. Stevenson High School District 125, and Fox Lake District 114. The ELC serves eight elementary schools, four junior high/middle schools, and one high school. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree Ability to travel within member districts and move about ELC and district buildings as necessary Experience working with technology infrastructures and tools to support students with disabilities Experience in K‑12 student information software and/or expertise, training, development, and delivery of technical application systems Innovative use of tools to support a variety of students with needs Strong organizational and problem‑solving skills Excellent oral and written communication skills Essential Duties and Responsibilities Infrastructure and Systems Serve as the primary technology resource, overseeing operation, maintenance, security, and support of all technology systems and services. Manage and support network infrastructure, including wired and wireless networks, firewalls, switches, routers, VPNs, internet connectivity, and cybersecurity systems. Support technology platforms, including Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, user accounts, communication systems, printing services, and educational technology resources. Maintain and support physical security systems such as door access controls, ID badges, and other network‑connected facility technologies. Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve hardware, software, network, and connectivity issues. Implement and maintain cybersecurity, data protection, backup, and technology compliance practices. Evaluate, recommend, inventory, and deploy technologies and infrastructure improvements to support district operations, including an obsolescence plan for devices. Maintain technology documentation, procedures, and vendor relationships. Provide technical support, training, and guidance to staff and administrators. Collaborate with cooperative leadership, vendors, and external technology partners to support instructional and operational technology initiatives. Work collaboratively and follow guidance from member district Directors of Information Technology regarding technology priorities, infrastructure needs, and technology requirements. Assist the cooperative in exploring E‑rate opportunities. Support the ELC website and social media platforms. Instructional and Supports Integrate assistive technology (AT) and digital tools to enhance learning for diverse learners. Train staff, model lessons, and customize technology to remove learning barriers, focusing on IEP compliance, communication apps, and individualized support. Provide professional development to teachers, related service providers, and paraprofessionals on integrating instructional technology and specialized software. Develop and revise training materials and reference guides for staff to ensure consistency across processes and platforms. Promote high student achievement and access for all students. Co‑teach and model effective technology usage in classrooms and/or therapy sessions. Support best practices around special education and tools to level the playing field for students the cooperative serves. Provide training, workshops, and coaching to teachers, related service providers, paraprofessionals, and parents on how to use specialized technology and tools effectively. Provide regular communication and support to staff around new tools and ideas for implementation. Identify, evaluate, recommend, and purchase technology tools, platforms, and applications that support special education students’ needs. Assist in purchasing decisions, curriculum support, and basic troubleshooting for student devices. Diagnose, support, and resolve technical problems with classroom devices, software, and accessibility tools. Complete all other projects and duties as assigned. Salary & Benefits Pay ranges from $80,000 to $100,000, depending on education level and experience. This is a 12‑month, Monday through Friday position. Benefits Health, dental, and vision insurance (Board‑paid single/employee medical insurance, shared cost for family coverage) Life insurance Contribution to the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (pension) Sick, personal, and bereavement leave time Professional development opportunities Tuition reimbursement Physical Requirements Climb ladders – frequently Kneel – seldom Lift/carry >50 lbs – seldom Push/pull >50 lbs – occasionally Talk – frequently Climb stairs – frequently Lift/carry under 10 lbs – frequently Push/pull under 10 lbs – frequently See – frequently Twist – frequently Crawl – seldom Lift/carry 10‑25 lbs – frequently Push/pull 10‑25 lbs – frequently Squat – frequently Walk – frequently Hear – frequently Lift/carry 25‑50 lbs – occasionally Push/pull 25‑50 lbs – seldom Stoop/bend – frequently #J-18808-Ljbffr EXCEPTIONAL LEARNERS COLLABORATIVE