Academic Director, Child Crisis Services

MONARCH•Concord, NC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The primary responsibilities of the Academic Director, Child Crisis Services is to ensure that all residents receive appropriate educational instruction that complies with state academic standards in a PRTF setting. The Academic Director, Crisis Services will be heavily involved in the licensing process under the nonpublic school classification in NC. This position coordinates closely with clinical and behavioral treatment teams so that education supports each youth’s overall treatment plan. Coordination and working with the State, Department of Public Instruction, and other stakeholders across the state to ensure that all educational requirements are being met.

Requirements

Masters’s degree in Education, or related field
Valid teaching license in Special Education: EC General Curriculum (K–12) or Cross-Categorical (K–12)
Three years of experience in teaching with progressing experience
One year of supervisory/leadership experience
Valid Drivers License
Valid North Carolina teaching license in Special Education: EC General Curriculum (K–12) or Cross-Categorical (K–12) - North Carolina Department of Public Instruction

Nice To Haves

North Carolina teaching license (Out-of-state teaching license - must be in process of attaining North Carolina teaching license)
Certification related to exceptional children or special education
Knowledge related to IEP development and special education compliance, behavioral strategies and trauma-informed education
Experience working with children and adolescents with a mental health diagnosis, an intellectual/developmental disability, and/or substance use disorder.

Responsibilities

Ensure that teaching staff comply with all regulatory educational requirements
Hiring and onboarding of all teaching staff
Maintain curriculum compliance while providing support to teaching staff
Monitor academic progress and adjust instruction as needed
Ensure that all documentation is completed in a timely and accurate manner
Coordinate academic services with clinical and therapeutic teams, including speech and OT services, ensuring educational goals align with each resident’s treatment plan
Provide supervision to teachers and educational staff
Support safe and structured learning environments tailored to the needs of the youth
Demonstrate knowledge of emergency procedures and assist in crisis situations
Demonstrate knowledge of and comply with all agency policies and procedures
Maintain training as required and requested
Complete all other relevant responsibilities assigned by the supervisor
Driving and travel may be required