Trinity School Director

Trinity Services, Inc. is seeking a creative, energetic, and compassionate leader to direct its historic therapeutic school, established in 1950. This is an exciting opportunity for an education professional who enjoys building effective systems, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, developing staff, and fostering a positive, supportive school culture.

The School Director provides educational leadership, operational oversight, and staff supervision while ensuring compliance with applicable Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) regulations. This role is responsible for maintaining high-quality educational programming, supporting students with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and cultivating strong partnerships with families, school districts, and community organizations.

Salary: $71,000, plus potential bonuses

Schedule: Monday–Friday

Location: Joliet, Illinois

Reports To: Network Director

Network/Department: Network 6

• Maintain knowledge of and ensure compliance with applicable Illinois State Board of Education rules and regulations, including Parts 226 and 401.
• Provide educational leadership, direction, and supervision to all instructional employees within the school.
• Recruit, hire, evaluate, train, and develop staff to support effective instruction and high-quality student services.
• Establish, select, and oversee the implementation of core curricula, educational materials, instructional strategies, and teaching methodologies aligned with student needs and program objectives.
• Supervise the development, implementation, and monitoring of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) to ensure individualized student needs and educational goals are addressed.
• Provide classroom instruction and instructional coverage when a teacher is absent or a position is vacant, as needed.
• Develop and facilitate quarterly staff in-service training sessions to promote professional growth, instructional effectiveness, and regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate the administration of the Illinois Alternate Assessment and ensure applicable assessment requirements are met.
• Oversee and facilitate the student referral, intake, and enrollment process, ensuring appropriate coordination and communication among all stakeholders.
• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with school district representatives and personnel, serving as the primary liaison between Trinity Services, Inc., Trinity School, and students’ home school districts.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with parents and families through open communication, collaboration, and appropriate support.
• Promote a positive, inclusive, and student-centered school culture that supports academic achievement, independence, and social-emotional development.
• Collaborate with educational, clinical, and administrative teams to coordinate services and support student progress.
• Monitor school operations and instructional practices to promote consistent program implementation and continuous improvement.

• Demonstrate excellent organizational, time management, leadership, and communication skills.
• Possess strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build collaborative relationships with colleagues, parents, families, school district personnel, and community partners.
• Demonstrate attention to detail, strong written communication skills, and the ability to meet deadlines and manage competing priorities.
• Maintain a strong commitment to supporting students with diverse disabilities and individualized educational needs.
• Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), special education practices, and diverse learning needs.
• Possess expertise in special education programming, IEP development and implementation, and applicable compliance requirements, including the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
• Demonstrate the ability to lead, supervise, and develop educational and therapeutic teams.
• Exercise sound judgment, problem-solving skills, and the ability to make informed decisions in a dynamic educational environment.
• Foster a collaborative, accountable, and supportive school culture focused on student outcomes and staff development.

The physical demands of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Ability to lift more than 40 pounds from floor to waist without assistance.
• Ability to push and pull up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to perform deep knee bends and squats.
• Ability to push wheelchairs weighing up to 200 pounds, as required.
• Ability to remain in a stationary position, including standing or sitting, for extended periods.
• Ability to operate motor vehicles when required.
• Ability to perform physical activities such as driving, balancing, pulling, pushing, standing, climbing, grasping, stooping, crouching, crawling, kneeling, reaching, lifting, and repetitive movements.
• Ability to communicate verbally, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate computers, telephones, and related equipment.

• A Master of Arts (M.A.) or Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Educational Leadership with a Principal Endorsement or Teacher Leader Endorsement is preferred. A Type 75 administrative endorsement is also acceptable, subject to applicable licensure requirements.
• At least three years of classroom teaching experience, preferably in special education.
• Demonstrated knowledge of applicable regulatory, certification, and accreditation requirements, including Illinois State Board of Education rules and regulations under Parts 226 and 401.
• Experience in educational leadership, staff supervision, special education programming, and collaborative team development is preferred.

Trinity Services, Inc. offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

• Health, vision, dental, and life insurance
• Educational assistance
• Paid time off
• Sick time
• Paid holidays
• Personal time
• Potential year-end bonus
• Financial Assistance Program (Cookie Jar)
• Employee Referral Program (Bounty Bucks)

CLASSIFICATION

Non-Exempt

DISCLAIMER

Duties and responsibilities may change, and new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. This job description does not constitute a contract of employment.

STATEMENT

Trinity Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.  In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates.  Trinity Services, Inc. prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.  Trinity Services, Inc. conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.