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HEALing Community Center

Special Education - Editor (Principal Consultant #1111)

HEALing Community Center, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290


Reporting to the Director, is responsible for editing reports and other documents prepared by authors; assists authors in assuring the consistency of reports and documents with all requirements for release and publication; prepares and develops documents as assigned by department management.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Reviews and edits department reports, guidance documents, and manuals.Conducts high-quality editing by correcting grammatical, formatting, and stylistic errors based on the Agency's guidelines and templates.Provides corrective and positive feedback to writers that help improve content quality and tone.Researches topic ideas.Prepares and edits documents required by the Agency in the implementation of its goals and activities, including technical assistance presentations.Reviews federal and state statutes and regulations and other documentation in preparing written documents.Provides technical assistance for the department.Develops ISBE website content and updates for the Special Education Department. Includes interfacing with Special Education and IT staff to facilitate changes and updates to the Special Education website content to ensure accuracy and accessibility of information to users.Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor's degree in English, Journalism, or related field plus two years of relevant professional experience. (COPY OF TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED AT TIME OF APPLICATION)Two years years of experience (in addition to education requirements) as a writer or editor.Experience with technical writing.Knowledge of assessment and research methodologies.Ability to analyze, interpret and apply results.Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills.Proven ability to prioritize, multitask and ensure timely deliverables.Strong research skills and the ability to analyze and interpret data.Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Photoshop or other publishing tools.Basic understanding of corporate literature (brochures, letterheads, communication documents, annual report, website content).PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Master's degree in English, Journalism, or related field.Specialization and certification/approval in Special Education and Assessment.Experience in education (preferably special education) working as a teacher, administrator, or in a consulting capacity with schools.Salary/Benefits

UNION:

IFSOEDEPARTMENT:

Special EducationANTICIPATED STARTING SALARY RANGE:

$60,047 - $75,881FULL SALARY RANGE:

$60,047 - $102,191OFFICE HOURS:

Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.How to Apply

To view full posting and apply electronically, please visit SPECIAL EDUCATION - EDITOR . Interested parties must submit the required application, cover letter, resume, and transcripts (unofficial until recommended for hire). The subject line should include the position number(s) you are applying for.District Name

IL State Board of Education

Building Name

Address

555 West Monroe Street Suite 900Chicago, IL 60661

Phone

(217) 782-6434

Fax

(217)785-3972

IASA Region

Cook South

County

Cook

Employment Type

Full-time permanent

Job Category

Agency/Association

Grade Level

Other

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