Day School Principal (Type 75 and LBS1 required) - Marklund

We are expanding our school, come grow with us!

Join us in making everyday life possible for individuals with profound disabilities!

We are seeking an exceptional Principal for our year-round operating Day School located in Elgin, IL.

Who We Are

Marklund is a nonprofit organization that provides residential, educational and therapy services to infants, children, teens and adults with serious and profound developmental disabilities and special healthcare needs. With three residential locations - the Marklund Hyde Center in Geneva, the Marklund Philip Center in Bloomingdale, and the Marklund Wasmond Center in Elgin, it is currently home to nearly 178 residents. The Marklund Day School offers Multi-Needs and Life Skills programs for children and young adults with multiple medical needs, and those diagnosed on the autism spectrum. In addition, our Community Day Services program at each site is a therapeutic day program for adults who reside at Marklund and those who come in from the community.

Marklund provides a rich culture where everything we do contributes to our mission of "making everyday life possible for individuals with profound disabilities." Each and every employee’s job contributes to Marklund’s vision of providing a happy, safe purpose-filled life for every individual with intellectual and development disabilities, and is integral to enhancing the lives of the individuals we serve. As part of our private, not-for-profit network of services, you will learn what it’s like to have the individuals we serve not only change your career, but also change your life.

About Our School

Marklund Day School is a well-known and respected nonpublic school serving students ages Pre K-22 who come to our school’s program through partnerships with various Chicago suburban school districts. Marklund Day school provides an environment conducive to learning through specialized curriculum, positive behavioral interventions, and individualized student support. Our highly sensory-driven program features physical and occupational therapy, speech and language therapy, art and music therapy, Snoezelen therapy, computer adapted technology, community programs and opportunities, recreational therapy, aquatic therapy and more.

Position Overview

This position is a head leadership position of the Marklund Day School. The Principal will be considered management level within the Marklund Organization.

While performing the functions as outlined on the attached pages you will display a positive attitude when addressing students, families, visitors and co-workers to elevate the spirit of the whole group and create a harmonious environment.

Essential Job Functions

• Assures quality of program curriculum.
• Attend IEPs and 3-year re-evals.
• Conduct phone and legwork to recruit new students.
• Tour parents and new district representatives.
• Conduct All Staff In-services and Teacher meetings.
• Assist in overall smooth function of this facility, by working together with Therapy Supervisor, Registered Nurse, and Administrative Assistant.
• Responsible for establishing and maintaining compliance with all governmental regulations concerning education. Liaison between Day school and appropriate state officials.
• Develops budgets and educates staff to monitoring budgets.
• Communicates with school districts on status of students.
• Responsible for establishing yearly school calendar.
• Provide safe physical environment for all students, clients, and staff.
• Conduct progress reviews for all teachers including feedback from assistants/Therapy/Nursing.
• Conduct interviews for Teachers and Paraprofessionals

As an equal opportunity employer, Marklund respects and supports diversity, equity and inclusion as part of our work environment. We strive to provide a rich culture where everything we do contributes to our mission of “making everyday life possible for individuals with profound disabilities.”

Are you ready to contribute to Marklund’s mission and vision, and become an integral part of enhancing the lives of the individuals we serve?

Apply Today!

• Type 10 TMH Certification
• Type 75 Administrative Certificate
• Master’s Degree in Education
• Experience in Special Education
• Prior supervisory experience a must
• Experience as Principal in either Public or Private sector is a plus

Compensation & Benefits we offer YOU

Full-Time Employees:

• Competitive Pay
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Plans
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Company Paid Life Insurance for all FT employees
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Company Paid Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Short -Term Disability
• Paid Time Off (PTO)*
• *School Employees Receive “Closed Days” and Sick/Personal
• PTO Cash-In & Conversion Twice Per Year
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Extended Sick Bank
• 7 Paid Holidays per Year

Full-Time and Part-Time Employee Benefits:

• Competitive pay
• Credit Union Membership
• Retirement Savings Plan – eligible upon hire
• Marklund matches up to 5%

Ways we appreciate YOU

• Annual Employee Recognition Dinner and Celebration
• Years of Service Awards and Gifts beginning at 5 years
• Claire Haverkampf (founder) Annual Commemorative Award
• You Caught My Eye – Monthly Employee Award
• Thanksgiving Turkey
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Employee Assistance Program

Training & Growth Opportunities for YOU

• We promote from within whenever possible
• You are paid while you train:
• In-House Training Programs
• Leadership Training Program
• Employee Workshops on a variety of topics

Benefits/Programs subject to change.