School Case Manager

Heritage • Chicago, IL

4d • Onsite

About The Position

HealthPRO Pediatrics is hiring a full-time, on-site School Case Manager (PEL/LBS1) in Chicago, Illinois, supporting students in grades K–8. The role supports students’ academic and functional success and coordinates special education processes and services in collaboration with families, school leaders, and a multidisciplinary pediatric therapy team. Hourly rates start at $50–$55. The position is W-2. The posting describes a school-based schedule with weekends, holidays, and summers off, and offers mentorship from experienced professionals across multiple disciplines.

Requirements

• Hold a current license to practice in the state of Illinois.
• Have successful experience working with culturally diverse families.
• Assume responsibility for ongoing continuing education and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Create and distribute a calendar of annual reviews and evaluations to comply with IDEA timelines, and provide updates as needed.
• Ensure families receive written notice at least 10 days before conferences.
• Chair and coordinate FIEs, IEPs, BIPs, and 504 meetings.
• Ensure parents and students receive meeting paperwork and understand the FIE, IEP, BIP, or 504 plan.
• Monitor and ensure implementation of IEP services, accommodations, and progress monitoring.
• Oversee the special education referral process, collaborating with the School Principal to ensure MTSS implementation and documentation.
• Obtain IEPs and special education files for newly enrolled students and coordinate services for them.
• Ensure IEPs are relevant, measurable, rigorous, and compliant with federal and state law.
• Ensure transition plans are complete and that eighth-grade students and families are aware of high school options.
• Ensure relevant staff have copies of student IEPs, 504 plans, and BIPs, maintain confidentiality, and understand how to use them.
• Meet regularly with the School Principal and Director of Specialized Services to collaborate, communicate, and improve the special education program.
• Meet regularly with special education teachers, monitor IEP work, and provide feedback.
• Communicate effectively and promptly with families and involve them in students’ academic and character goals.
• Manage special education files.

Benefits

• Generous PTO accrual.
• Year-round benefits packages for full-time employees, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and free continuing education units.
• Mentorship from multiple disciplines across an experienced, collaborative pediatric team.
• School-based schedule with weekends, holidays, and summers off.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed