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Director of Education
- Provide visionary leadership and oversight for all educational programs, ensuring alignment with best practices and regulatory standards.
- Develop, implement, and monitor individualized educational programs (IEPs) in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
- Supervise and support education staff including teachers, aides, and administrative personnel; provide coaching, training, and professional development.
- Coordinate and facilitate team meetings, IEP conferences, and family engagement activities.
- Ensure compliance with state, federal, and agency regulations, including special education law (IDEA), state education codes, and accreditation standards.
- Oversee curriculum design, assessment tools, and instructional methods to meet the diverse learning needs of students with ASD and/or IDD.
- Collaborate with clinical, residential, and administrative teams to provide integrated services.
- Manage budgets, grants, and reporting requirements related to educational services.
- Monitor student progress, program outcomes, and data to inform decision-making and continuous improvement.
- Makes determination regarding the Academy’s curriculum in consultation with the certified staff
- Ensures correct educational programming and participates in the intake and discharge planning for residential students.
- Serves as a behavioral resource; consults with staff to prepare Functional Behavior Assessments to develop Behavior Intervention Plans; determines appropriate action in cases of serious behavioral incidents
- Serve as liaison with local education authorities, external stakeholders, and regulatory agencies.
- Uphold and model trauma-informed and person-centered practices in all aspects of leadership and service delivery.
- Maintain active certification in agency-approved crisis intervention training, including all required levels of Physical and Psychological Management Training (PMT). Apply training techniques appropriately to ensure the safety and well-being of individuals served, staff, and others in the environment. Demonstrate competency in de-escalation strategies, safe physical interventions, and adherence to agency protocols.
- Perform other duties as assigned