Education Program Director | BCBA â $5,000 Sign-on Bonus!
Education Program Director | BCBA â $5,000 Sign-on Bonus!
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$ 70000 - 90000
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ChanceLight Behavioral Health Therapy & Education a growing dynamic organization with a social mission to offer hope is seeking an Education Program Director BCBA to join our awardwinning team and perform meaningful work in a culture that welcomes innovation encourages creative expression and offers limitless potential for personal and professional satisfaction!
If you thrive in a fastpaced goaloriented outcomedriven environment seek a career with genuine purpose and possess a problemsolving mindset a sense of humor and a stellar work ethic We Should Talk!
As the instructional leader the Program Director is first and foremost responsible for increasing student achievement by consistently ensuring the implementation of the instructional practices and strategies endorsed by and in accordance with ChanceLight policies. In collaboration with education staff and with the support of Sr. Leadership the Program Director works to enhance the academic social emotional and behavioral outcomes of students through the use of evidencebased interventions promoting student achievement and enhancing student engagement throughout the learning process.
This position operates as acting School Principal in oversight of all site operations and functions ensures a safe learning environment for all students and staff by following guidelines for addressing/reporting issues and incidents and acts as liaison between the site and the school districts designated site contacts by establishing and maintaining positive interactive working relationships
Responsibilities Include:
Providing vision and leadership to support student achievement and effective operations by supervising staff developing and implementing performance management plans identifying professional learning needs and participating in professional learning opportunities.
Effectively participating in the employment and selection process to ensure an effective site team is in place.
Analyzing the professional development needs of staff and aligning needs with the ChanceLight instructional vision while also actively recognizing accomplishments and addressing issues to ensure productive site operations.
Ensuring the safety of staff and students by maintaining the site and classrooms for operation and ensuring compliance and staff awareness with contract and specific state requirements including staffing ratios and crisis protocols.
Performing managerial responsibilities including but not limited to overseeing the daytoday operation of school schedule and activities custodial and maintenance food services transportation services administration financial/budgetary operations resource allocation and district/community relationships.
Driving the enrollment process from referral to last day of attendance; ensuring timely classroom placement upon receiving referral conducting effective site tours managing classroom rosters according to student need and state requirements and participating in the development of plans for transitioning students to the least restrictive environment.
Instructing monitoring and evaluating all staff and students in the use of learning materials and resources to ensure fidelity of instruction and student performance/evaluation.
Conducting Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) to identify the causes and functions of students challenging behaviors.
Creating and implementing BIPs that align with ChanceLight standards and guidelines addressing the individual needs of each student.
Supporting the development of measurable objective IEP goals and facilitating progress monitoring in collaboration with education personnel.
Implementing evidencebased interventions by applying scientifically proven behavioral and educational strategies promoting positive outcomes in academic social emotional and independent functioning.
Providing crisis management intervention and support for students exhibiting aggressive or selfinjurious behavior and developing strategies for improvement of behavior.
Monitoring and ensuring adherence to all Department of Education regulations and internal standards for educational and behavioral services.
Maintaining accurate and detailed records of assessments interventions progress and compliance activities.
Participating in the assurance and accreditation processes to ensure that the site passes or meets performance plans.
Keeping up to date with researchbased practices and developments in subject areas resources and professional development including but not limited to organizationwide initiatives such as CPI.
Providing soliciting and responding constructively to formal and informal feedback.
Working collaboratively with site team field level support and national support for the good of the organization.
Qualifications Required:
- Masters degree or higher in educational leadership special education applied behavior analysis or a closely related field of study.
- Meet all state and district licensing and/or certification requirements.
- Licensed currently or in the process of obtaining a board certified behavior analyst (BCBA) credential.
- Licensed currently or in the process of obtaining an educational leadership administration principal or similar credential preferred.
- Licensed currently or in the process of obtaining a state special education credential preferred.
- Minimum 5yrs prior experience and/or knowledge in special education services and compliance particularly for students with developmental disabilities and/or emotional disturbance.
- Minimum 3yrs prior experience working in an educational leadership or school administrator position.
- Effective management skills and comprehensive knowledge of administrative and school operations functions and staffing requirements.
- Prior experience and highly knowledgeable in the development assessment and management of curriculum content areas and instruction.
- Highly skilled in working with individuals with severe learning emotional behavioral disorders autism spectrum disorders and/or other related disabilities.
- Wellversed in applied behavior analysis (ABA) including positive behavior interventions and supports (PBIS) effective teaching strategies classroom management systems databased decision making and functional analysis/behavior intervention plans.
- Prior experience and highly skilled in crisis management systems and intervention.
- Proficiency in providing motivation and having critical conversations with students that help move them toward realistic goals and next steps.
- Highly skilled in building relationships with students parents teachers and community and/or business partners.
- Advanced oral and written communication organization conflict resolution multitasking problem solving and decisionmaking ability.
- Knowledge of relevant technology including experience with instructional technology Microsoft Office Suite database entry and basic office equipment.
- Skilled leader who exhibits the characteristics of servant leadership looking to the needs of the team and seeking to help solve problems and promote personal development.
Learn more about our history our mission and the program services we provide by visiting the link below:
- ChanceLight we believe in providing more than just a job as a member of our team youll receive the opportunity to make meaningful impacts the support needed to achieve success and all the tools essential to reaching your personal & professional fulfillment! Your path to a truly rewarding career starts here where growth empowerment and collaboration define our culture; and every day is aChanceto transform lives through education!
Perks and Benefits Include:
- Comprehensive Medical Dental and Vision Plans
- FREE Telehealth and Virtual Counseling Sessions
- FREE Health Advocacy Services and 24/7 Nurse Line
- Company Paid Life & Disability Insurance
- Company Paid Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
- Personal Protection Insurance Plans
- Cigna Healthy Pregnancies Healthy Babies Program
- Legal Services Insurance
- Pet Health Insurance
- Accrualbased Paid Time Off
- School Hours and Paid Holiday Schedule
- Extensive Personal and Life Event Paid Leave Policy
- 401k Retirement Saving Plan
- Perks at Work Employee Discount Program
- Opportunities for Growth & Development
- And So Much More!
If youre ready to start making lasting impacts on the lives of students and contribute to the creation of a brighter future This Is YourChance!
Join us and together we can empower students to overcome challenges build confidence and unlock their full potential!
Careers With ChanceLight Work. With Purpose.
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Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
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