Senior Director of Education

Senior Director of Education

Full Time | Management
Raymond Hill School, New Britain, CT, US

Function:
Under the direction of the Vice President of Program Services, manages and controls the programs and activities of the Education Program to provide student education and academic and behavioral remediation in conjunction with the client treatment program to meet the overall objectives of the agency.

Key Responsibilities:
• Oversee and collaborate with the RHS Management Team regarding the planning, organization, and management of the special education program
• Ensure evaluation of individual student performance and progress in terms of the Individualized Education Plan
• Direct and supervise the proper implementation of the clinical expansion, classroom curriculum
• Prepare and recommend the Education Program budget; administer and control approved expenditures
• Coordinate educational assessments to ensure proper programming and placement of students
• Participate in program development, training, implementation, and evaluation
• Establish and maintain contacts with public school systems
• Represent the agency in addressing public groups and participating in workshops or seminars
• Review and report weekly with the Vice President of Programs on results achieved
• Counsel directly with students on school discipline and behavior problems

Education/Experience Requirements:
CT Certification in Intermediate Administration and Supervision (092), Comprehensive Special Education, a specific area of disability, or an area of pupil personnel services required. Two to four years experience in Special Education preferred. Acquisition and maintenance of certifications in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention and CPR/First Aid required.

Duration: 12 month position (negotiable)