DSS Instructional and Behavioral Coach

Position Type:
Elementary School Teaching/Special Education

Date Posted:
2/25/2026

Location:
District 67

Date Available:
08/17/2026

Closing Date:
03/18/2026
Lake Forest School District 67 is seeking a full-time, 10 month, 7.5 hour/day DSS Instructional & Behavioral Coach.

Description: The Department of Student Services Instructional and Behavioral Coach at Lake Forest School District 67 is a collaborative, non-administrative role focused on enhancing educational outcomes for students with complex learning and behavioral needs. This position involves working closely with teachers, related service providers, teaching assistants, and administrators to implement goals aligned with the District 67 Strategic Plan and Student Services objectives.

Key responsibilities include co-planning, modeling, engaging in coaching cycles, and collaborative problem-solving to promote effective instructional practices and positive learning environments. The coach ensures the fidelity of specially designed instruction (SDI) and behavioral supports. emphasizing the integration of self-regulation skills, executive functioning, structured routines, and inclusive strategies into daily instruction. Summer work will be paid. The Instructional and Behavioral Coach is covered by the Lake Forest Education Association and is not an administrative nor evaluative role.

Salary: Per LFEA CBA

Benefits:

• Insurance - medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance are available
• Leaves - paid sick and personal days provided
• Retirement - TRS
• Professional Development/Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications:
Education, Experience, and Licensure (required and preferred)

• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with a Learning Behavior Specialist (LBS1) endorsement
• Applied Behavior Analysis Certificate required
• Demonstrated expertise supporting students with complex learning and behavioral needs
• Strong background and skills in differentiation, positive behavior supports, coaching, and building positive relationships with students and adults
• Experience applying evidence-based instructional and behavior strategies
• CPI Trained required and CPI facilitator preferred or ability to obtain it
• Adept in Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS), with strong capability in implementing evidence-based tiered instruction, data-driven problem-solving cycles, positive behavior interventions
• Commitment to professional collaboration, ongoing learning, and building capacity within staff teams

Essential Functions:

• Serve as a lead instructional and behavior coach assisting staff in designing and delivering individualized academic and behavioral interventions
• Collaborate with Learning Behavior Specialists, general education teachers, related service providers, and teaching assistants to support students with complex learning needs
• Engage in regular team meetings to discuss student progress, share strategies, and adjust interventions as needed
• Model, co-plan, and co-teach lessons incorporating evidence-based instructional practices and positive behavioral supports
• Support the development and fidelity of individualized behavior intervention plans (BIPs), functional behavior assessments (FBAs), and data-driven progress monitoring systems
• Engage in coaching cycles and provide feedback to staff on classroom management, instructional strategies, specially designed instruction, executive functioning supports, and the use of structured routines to improve academic and behavior outcomes for all students that align with district/school initiatives
• Facilitate professional learning on behavior management strategies, structures teaching, student engagement strategies, and differentiated instruction
• Participate in IEP meetings to support team-based decision-making regarding instructional and behavioral interventions
• Collaborate with building and district teams to identify system-wide needs and provide recommendations for continuous improvement in supporting students with significant academic and behavioral needs
• Uphold a student-centered, inclusive approach that promotes skill development, independence, and successful participation in general education whenever possible
• Develop positive and supportive relationships with staff, students, and parents
• Work closely with families to ensure consistency between school and home environments, enhancing the effectiveness of interventions
• Stay abreast of the latest research and best practices in special education and behavioral interventions
• Lead and deliver CPI Nonviolent Crisis Intervention training to district staff ensuring adherence to program standards and fostering a safe and supportive learning environment
• Assist with locating resources/trainings from external providers as needed
• Attend and participate in district coaching programs with building and district coaches

Physical Demands and Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be mobile and transport instructional materials from one setting to another within the…