Description
SEDOL Overview
Welcome to the Special Education District of Lake County. SEDOL is a cooperative educational system working with 31 local school districts to serve their students facing physical, emotional, and other learning challenges. Our mission is to provide "Exceptional Services for Exceptional Students by Exceptional Staff".
Our Beliefs
- All persons shall be valued and treated with respect and dignity;
- All students can succeed;
- Students shall be educated in or as close to their home school as appropriate;
- Students shall be provided services based upon their individual needs;
- Quality educational services shall be made available to all students; and,
- Schools, families, and communities shall work cooperatively to provide and promote appropriate educational services for all students.
Cyd Lash Academy. Cyd Lash provides an alternative high school setting, which uses a team approach, a variety of program models and support services to meet the unique academic, emotional and social needs of the students. Students must be deemed eligible for this setting by their home district's Individual Education Program (IEP) team. Cyd Lash Academy uses the Circle of Courage model to guide the therapeutic approach used with students.
Description: The Special Education District of Lake County is seeking a .5 CADC/.5 LSB1 for a our District for the 2026-2027 school year. This person is directly responsible for providing consultation to educational teams to teach socially acceptable behavior for our students. Techniques such as behavior modification and positive reinforcement will be employed along with problem solving strategies. The Behavior Specialist is the team leader for the student and is responsible for coordinating the necessary education, supportive services and general education services to meet each child's needs.
Type of Employment: Full-Time position (District Wide position)
Education Required: Bachelor's Degree
Certification Type: Professional Educator License (PEL) - LBS l
Salary: $45,381-$73.381(25-26 rates due to current negotiations of bargaining agreement)
Benefits: paid sick and personal leave, paid single health insurance, and other locally competitive benefits.