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ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education · 17 hours ago

Education Program Director ⇾ $5,000 Sign-on Bonus!

Bentonville, AR

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$85K/yr - $95K/yr

5+ years exp

ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education is a growing organization with a social mission to offer hope. They are seeking an Education Program Director to lead the Special Education team, focusing on transforming student outcomes and fostering a supportive learning environment.

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Responsibilities

Providing visionary leadership to drive student achievement and ensure smooth, effective operations by supervising staff, developing and implementing performance management plans, identifying professional learning needs, and engaging in continuous professional growth opportunities

Participating in the recruitment and selection process to build and retain a faculty/staff team with the instructional skills and competencies necessary to meet the unique needs of the program’s student population

Analyzing staff professional development needs and aligning them with ChanceLight instructional vision while recognizing achievements, addressing concerns, and maintaining productive, solutions-focused site operations

Leading the induction and training of new staff—either directly or through designees—to ensure a positive onboarding experience and maximize the success and retention of new team members

Monitoring facilities and programs to ensure the safety of students and staff at all times, including compliance with contractual and state requirements, adherence to staffing ratios, and readiness to implement crisis protocols

Performing essential managerial functions such as overseeing daily school operations, managing schedules and activities, coordinating custodial and maintenance efforts, supervising food and transportation services, directing administrative and budgetary processes, allocating resources, and fostering positive district and community relationships

Demonstrating fiscal responsibility by strategically maximizing resources in partnership with the direct supervisor to support instructional priorities and student outcomes

Participating in the enrollment process from initial referral to final day of attendance, ensuring timely placement, conducting effective site tours, managing rosters per student needs and state mandates, and contributing to transition planning toward the least restrictive environment when applicable

Instructing, monitoring, and evaluating staff and students in the effective use of learning materials and resources to ensure instructional fidelity and optimal student performance

Observing, evaluating, and reporting staff and student performance using the START Checklist or other approved observation tools to inform feedback and improvement efforts

Participating in accreditation and quality assurance processes to ensure the site meets or exceeds Spectrum and accrediting body standards

Preparing and presenting reports on student achievement, development, and activities to showcase progress and program effectiveness

Compiling, analyzing, and utilizing assessment data to track student growth, inform instruction, and guide targeted academic interventions

Maintaining accurate, complete, and timely records of student progress in compliance with state laws, ChanceLight guidelines, and district policies

Ensuring the on-time completion and distribution of grades, report cards, IEP progress reports, and transcripts for all students

Ensuring compliance with all mandatory requirements, including the IEP process, state assessments, and ChanceLight policies

Promoting a positive school culture by fostering programs and practices that encourage appropriate student behavior, applying support or disciplinary measures as needed in alignment with ChanceLight policies

Providing guidance, encouragement, and academic counseling to students facing challenges to help them achieve their goals

Performing other duties as assigned to support the overall success of the program and its students

Qualification

Special education experienceEducational leadershipCrisis management trainingBehavior analysis (ABA)School administrationProfessional developmentCommunication skillsMicrosoft Office SuiteConflict resolutionProblem solving

Required

Bachelors degree or higher in education or a closely related field of study

Licensed currently or in the process of obtaining an AR state K-12 special education credential

Ability to obtain and maintain certification in company approved crisis management training

Minimum five years prior experience in special education services and compliance, particularly for students with severe learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, emotional behavioral disorders, and/or other related disabilities

Minimum three years prior experience in school administration or educational leadership, preferably in an alternative, special education and/or behavioral health program setting

Comprehensive knowledge of administrative and school operations, functions, and compliance requirements

Well-versed in applied behavior analysis (ABA) including positive behavior interventions and supports (PBIS), effective teaching strategies, classroom management systems, data-based decision making, functional behavior analysis (FBA) and behavior intervention plans (BIP's)

Prior experience and highly knowledgeable in working with students with individualized education plans (IEP's)

Proficiency in providing motivation and having critical conversations with students that help move them toward realistic goals

Highly skilled in providing training, professional development and/or coaching to teachers and education staff

Proven ability to build and maintain multiple relationships with students, parents, teachers, leaders and community and/or district partners

Advanced oral and written communication, organization, conflict resolution, multitasking, problem solving, and decision-making ability

Well-versed in the use of relevant technology including experience with instructional technology, computers, Microsoft Office Suite, database entry and basic office equipment

Preferred

Master's degree or higher in educational leadership, special education or a closely related field of study preferred

Licensed currently or in the process of obtaining a board-certified behavior analyst (BCBA), education administrator or related credential preferred

Benefits

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

Accrual-based 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!

Company

ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education

ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education is the nation’s leading provider of alternative and special education programs for children and young adults.

Founded in 1999

Nashville, Tennessee, USA

1001-5000 employees