Director of Education Programs

Director of Education Programs

Compensation

$85,000 - $95,000 /year $5K Relocation Bonus $2K Annual Education Stipend

Environment: Special Education Program, Grades K-12

Program Location: Redding, California

Spectrum Center Schools and Programs is excited to invite passionate leaders to join our dynamic and award-winning Special Education team! As the Director of Education Programs, you will engage in meaningful work, bringing hope and transformative outcomes to students with special needs in a supportive and innovative culture.

If you are a collaborative, goal-oriented professional eager to make a genuine impact on the lives of students, we want to connect with you! In this pivotal role, you will inspire excellence in instruction and promote a culture of continuous academic growth. Your leadership will ensure our dedicated team effectively implements high-quality teaching practices aligned with Spectrum's proven educational strategies.

You will oversee all site operations, establishing positive relationships with school districts and working collaboratively to ensure each student's success.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing visionary leadership and driving student achievement through effective staff supervision, performance management, and continuous professional growth opportunities.
• Playing a key role in recruitment, selection, and retention of a skilled staff team tailored to meet the unique needs of our special education program.
• Analyzing and aligning professional development needs with Spectrum's educational vision while fostering productive operations.
• Leading staff induction and training to ensure a successful onboarding experience and enhance staff retention.
• Supervising the safety and compliance of facilities and programs, ensuring adherence to all contractual and state requirements.
• Managing daily school operations and coordinating all aspects of administrative functions, including schedules, budgetary processes, and resource allocation.
• Guiding the enrollment process to ensure timely and appropriate placement of students.
• Monitoring and evaluating staff and student performance to uphold instructional fidelity and optimize learning outcomes.
• Compiling and analyzing assessment data to track student growth and inform targeted interventions.
• Maintaining accurate student performance records and ensuring timely completion of report cards and IEP progress reports.
• Fostering a positive school culture through effective behavior management programs and student support initiatives.
• Providing academic counseling and guidance to students facing challenges, helping them achieve their educational goals.
• Completing additional duties as assigned to support program success.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in education, special education, psychology, counseling, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Educational leadership or related credential with at least 2 years' experience working with students with disabilities.
• Ability to maintain certification in approved crisis management training.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years in an educational leadership or administrative role.
• Prior experience in special education teaching and with diverse needs at various levels.
• Strong knowledge of curriculum development, assessment, and instructional management.
• Proficient in managing educational operations, compliance, and behavior interventions.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

Spectrum Center Schools and Programs is a part of ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education, the leading provider of alternative and special education programs nationwide. For over 50 years, we have partnered with school districts to change the lives of over 240,000 students!

Join our team for a chance to make a meaningful impact and achieve personal and professional fulfillment in an empowering and collaborative environment. Your rewarding career path begins here, where every day is an opportunity to transform lives through education!

Perks and Benefits Include

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
• Annual Education Stipend - $2,000
• Free Telehealth and Virtual Counseling Services
• Company Paid Life & Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts