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Superintendent Vacancy: State of Illinois-Department of Human Services
Illinois School for the Visually Impaired, Jacksonville, Illinois

DESCRIPTION: Performs administrative work in planning, organizing, and directing educational, residential and related programs and activities for visual and secondary impairments for students aged 5 through 21. Maintains effective working relationships with LEAs and school districts throughout Illinois. Develops, plans, directs, manages, and coordinates policies and procedures to promote and provide high program and operating standards for the cognitive, physical, and social growth, education, residential care of students in compliance with Illinois State Board of Education mandates and state and federal statutes. Is responsible for strategic and fiscal planning, analysis and monitoring.

REQUIREMENTS: Must possess advanced degree in special education or related field; must be certified in vision and administration and have three years experience in educational administration of programs for the visually impaired. Requires knowledge of regulations of the operation of a 24-hour residential and special education program including program areas such as assistive technology, communication, Braille, slate and stylus, low vision, 0 & M, independent living, etc. Preferable candidate would possess a Doctorate or Specialist's degree in the field of vision and possess or obtain a superintendent endorsement.

SALARY/BENEFITS: Negotiable. Eligible for all health, vision, dental, and life insurance benefits.

HOW TO APPLY: For a complete, detailed vacancy description, or to send a resume, including salary information, contact Marjorie Olson, Education Liaison, Illinois Department of Human Services, P.O. Box 19429, Springfield, IL 62794-9429, telephone number 217-524-1379.

DEADLINE: Applications must be postmarked by March 15, 1999.

DHS is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diversified workforce

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