Assistant Educational Director

Assistant Educational DirectorReports To: Educational Director FLSA Status: Exempt Full TimePosition SummaryThe Assistant Educational Director provides leadership and day-to-day oversight of educational programs in a private special education setting. This role partners with the Educational Director to ensure that all students receive high-quality individualized instruction aligned with federal state and local regulations. The position supports staff development program compliance curriculum innovation and family collaborationwhile maintaining direct oversight of both waivered and fully licensed Special Education teachers to ensure consistent instructional quality and regulatory Assistant Educational Director is expected to be a hands-on team player modeling best practices by occasionally working directly with students supporting classroom instruction demonstrating active engagement in staff training and monitoring classroom addition the role requires learning and applying the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) across student programming in close collaboration with the clinical Responsibilities- Instructional Leadership & Program Oversight- Support the development implementation and evaluation of individualized education programs (IEPs) and related services.- Oversee daily classroom operations to ensure instructional excellence and adherence to best practices in special education.- Work 1:1 with students as needed to model instructional strategies reinforce learning objectives and maintain a visible presence in classrooms.- Learn and apply the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to guide instructional design and ensure evidence-based programming for all students.- Collaborate with clinical teams to integrate ABA strategies into curriculum planning data collection and behavior support plans.- Demonstrate and train staff through hands-on instructional modeling including discrete trial programming task analysis commercial curriculum and other evidence-based practices.- Actively monitor classroom safety and crisis-prevention procedures intervening and coaching staff as appropriate.- Plan and organize a year-long calendar of student eventsincluding some that occur outside of regular school hoursto support skill generalization community engagement and family involvement.- Assist in expanding on- and off-site vocational and transition programs for students preparing for post-school Supervision & Development- Directly supervise mentor and evaluate both waivered and licensed Special Education teachers ensuring they meet all state certification and professional practice standards.- Provide guidance for waivered teachers to successfully complete licensure requirements within mandated timelines.- Lead professional development initiatives orientation and peer-to-peer feedback programs tailored to the needs of both new and experienced Training & Orientation Oversight: - Provide strong ongoing oversight of the schools new-hire orientation and special-education training programs to ensure all staff receive consistent high-quality preparation.- Conduct regular classroom observations and provide coaching to strengthen instructional practices ABA implementation IEP compliance and classroom safety.- Facilitate performance reviews develop individualized growth plans and monitor progress toward licensure and professional development & Quality Assurance- Ensure all educational practices comply with IDEA ADA Section 504 and relevant state regulations.- Prepare for audits and accreditation reviews maintaining accurate documentation of student records and program performance.- Collaborate with the compliance and clinical teams to monitor regulatory updates and implement policy changes.- Collaborate with the clinical team to ensure all Special Education staff are implementing CALM procedures correctly and to fidelity across all facets of the students & Community Engagement- Serve as a primary point of contact for parents/guardians regarding student progress and program initiatives.- Be an active problem solver for parental and family issues.- Collaborate in the development of ongoing parent trainings.- Administrative Support- Assist with budget planning scheduling and resource allocation for educational programs/events.- Act as acting Educational Director when - Masters degree in Special Education Educational Leadership or a related field required.- State certification/licensure in Special Education or School Administration (as applicable) strongly Demands: Frequently standing/walking; occasional bending kneeling or reaching; ability to lift/carry up to 25 lbs occasionally (e.g. classroom materials). May provide physical prompting (hand-over-hand) in line with training and 5 years of experience in special education including at least 2 years in a supervisory or leadership experience supervising both waivered and licensed Special Education teachers and guiding them toward successful knowledge of IEP development behavior management strategies Applied Behavior Analysis principles preferred (training could be provided) classroom safety protocols and evidence-based instructional communication organizational and interpersonal to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams and engage families - Visionary leadership and a commitment to inclusive student-centered practices.- Data-driven decision making and strong analytical skills.- Hands-on instructional leadership with the ability to model ABA-based practices and maintain a safe positive classroom environment (training on ABA can be provided).- Ability to build a positive school culture and foster professional Type: Full-timeBenefits:401(k)401(k) matchingDental insuranceFlexible spending accountHealth insuranceHealth savings accountLife insurancePaid time offProfessional development assistanceReferral programTuition reimbursementVision insuranceAbility to Commute:Work Location: In person

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