Associate Director
Specialized Education Services
- Santa Rosa, CA
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Ensuring that all students are being educated in accordance with their Individualized Education Plans (IEPs)
- Observation of classrooms on a regular basis both formally (using observation forms to provide appropriate staff feedback) and informally
- Weekly staff meetings for the purpose of imparting information, suggestions and issues of concern that affect the program and the staff
- Attending and participating in Regional activities including a weekly Director’s Meeting
- Attending and participating in a monthly Goal Review with Supervisor; demonstrating consistent growth and goal completion
- Reporting facilities issues to the appropriate department for prompt resolution
- Communicating in person, by telephone and through newsletters and other forms of written communication with parents, supervisors, and district personnel
- Involving parents in the educational program on a regular basis as well as providing regular parent education events throughout the school year
- Ensuring that all state licensing policies relating to the health, safety and well-being of the children attending the program are followed and in compliance
- Forging and maintaining stakeholder relationships (district officials, parents, etc.); providing excellent and responsive customer service
- Performing staff Supervisions including Goal Reviews monthly, giving staff the opportunity for self- evaluation and growth
- Ensuring that all staff follow school and company policies in order to maintain excellent program quality
- Maintaining excellent records including financial, state licensing, student, and employee files
- Communicating regularly with all supervisors to ensure that proper support and assistance is available at all times
- Identifying staff and program needs and obtaining professional development opportunities to address those needs
- Role modeling appropriate and professional demeanor to staff, parents, and the children in the program as well as school district personnel
- Other duties may be assigned
- Credentials in Education or similar field
- Bachelors Degree required
- Extensive experience with students with serious emotional disabilities is strongly preferred
- Proficient in Microsoft Office preferred
- Must be willing to undergo a background check, in accordance with local law/regulations
- Ability to run short distances and move swiftly in response to student needs, including bending, kneeling, and crouching.
- Ability to lift and assist students with mobility challenges, often requiring the handling of up to 50 pounds or more.
- Skill in managing fine motor tasks, such as helping students with writing, manipulating small objects, or using adaptive devices.
- Ability to operate a computer or tablet for up to 8 hours daily.
- Capacity to notice and respond to non-verbal cues from students
- Capacity to remain calm and composed during physically and emotional demanding situations, ensuring student safety and well-being