Education Program Director

1 week ago

Antioch, California, United States Spectrum Center Schools and Programs Full time
Education Program Director

Spectrum Center Schools and Programs, a dynamic organization with a social mission to offer hope, is seeking an Education Program Director to join our award-winning team and perform meaningful work in a culture that welcomes innovation, encourages creative expression, and offers limitless potential for personal and professional satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Create a positive school culture and increase student achievement by ensuring the implementation of instructional practices and strategies endorsed by Spectrum and ChanceLight policies.
  • Operate as acting School Principal in oversight of all site operations and functions as liaison between the site and the school districts' designated site contacts.
  • Provide vision and leadership to support student achievement and effective operations by supervising staff, developing performance management plans, identifying professional learning needs, and participating in professional learning opportunities.
  • Effectively participate in the employment and selection process to ensure an effective site team is in place.
  • Analyze professional development needs of staff and align with the Spectrum instructional vision, recognizing accomplishments and addressing issues to ensure productive site operations.
  • Ensure safety of staff and students by maintaining the site and classrooms for operation and ensuring compliance with contract and specific state requirements.
  • Perform managerial responsibilities, including overseeing day-to-day operations, custodial and maintenance, food services, transportation services, administration, financial/budgetary operations, resource allocation, and district/community relationships.
  • Drive the enrollment process from referral to last day of attendance, ensuring timely classroom placement, conducting effective site tours, managing classroom rosters, and participating in the development of plans for transitioning students to the least restrictive environment.
  • Instruct, monitor, and evaluate staff and students in the use of learning materials and resources to ensure fidelity of instruction and student performance/evaluation.
  • Observe, evaluate, and report staff and student performance and development through the START Checklist or other observation tools.
  • Participate in the assurance and accreditation processes to ensure the site passes or meets performance plans.
  • Prepare and present required reports on student progress, achievement, and activities to ensure accuracy in numerical analysis and presentation.
  • Compile, analyze, and use assessment data to measure student growth and guide instruction and/or academic intervention for each student and site.
  • Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development as required by state laws, Spectrum, ChanceLight, and district policies.
  • Ensure timely completion and distribution of grading, report cards, IEP progress reports, and transcripts for all students.
  • Ensure compliance with mandatory requirements, including IEP process, CDE compliance, state testing, and Spectrum policies.
  • Manage student behavior by embracing Spectrum policies and applying appropriate support or disciplinary measures when necessary.
  • Provide support, encouragement, and counseling to students with academic problems.
Qualifications:
  • Must hold currently or be in the process of obtaining one or more of the following: Master's degree in education, special education, psychology, counseling, behavioral analysis, social work, behavioral science, or rehabilitation issued by an accredited postsecondary institution.
  • Administrative credential granted by an accredited postsecondary educational institution and two years of experience with pupils with disabilities.
  • Pupil personnel services credential that authorizes school counseling or psychology.
  • Licensed as a clinical social worker issued by the Board of Behavioral Sciences.
  • License in psychology regulated by the Board of Psychology.
  • Credential authorizing special education instruction and at least two years of experience teaching in special education before becoming an administrator.
  • Licensed as a marriage and family therapist, educational psychologist, or professional clinical counselor issued by the board of behavioral sciences.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Minimum 2yr's prior experience in an educational leadership or managerial role.
  • Minimum 2yr's prior experience teaching in a special education program setting.
  • Minimum 2yr's prior experience working with pupils with disabilities.
  • Proficient in curriculum, content areas, and instruction.
  • Well-versed in state and/or national content standards.
  • Advanced skill in working with students with diverse needs at various levels.
  • Advanced motivational skills and willingness to be flexible and adapt to changing priorities and new initiatives.
  • Highly effective oral and written communication, conflict resolution, multitasking, problem-solving, decision-making, and organizational skills.
  • Working knowledge of computer software applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
  • Actively exhibits characteristics of Servant Leadership, looking to the needs of the people and seeking to help solve problems and promote personal development.

Spectrum Center Schools is a division of ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education, the nation's leading provider of alternative and special education programs for children and young adults. For more than 45 years, and in partnership with over 235 school districts nationwide, we have helped change the direction of more than 240,000 student lives.

As a member of the ChanceLight family, you will be provided with the opportunity to make meaningful impacts, the support needed to achieve success, and all the tools essential to reaching personal & professional fulfillment.

Learn more about our history, our mission, and the program services we provide by visiting the link below:

Additional Perks and Benefits Include:

  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
  • Virtual Medical Visits
  • Health Savings Account
  • Paid Time Off
  • School Hours and Paid Holiday Schedule
  • Company Paid Life & Disability Insurance
  • 401k Options
  • Legal Insurance
  • Pet Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee Discount Program
  • Opportunities for Growth & Development
  • And So Much More

If you're ready to start changing the direction of students' lives by providing them the opportunity to create successful, independent futures — this is your Chance. Join us and start making a genuine difference in the lives of children today. Careers, With ChanceLight. Work. With Purpose.

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