Assistant Director of Education

Upstate Cerebral Palsy•Utica, NY

8d•$65,000 - $70,000

About The Position

The Assistant Director of Education supports the Director of School Age Education in overseeing daily department operations, coordinating and expanding school services, and ensuring compliance with State Education Department, Office for People with Developmental Disabilities, and Agency regulations and operating standards. The role contributes to staff development, record-keeping and reporting, and administrative team activities to help deliver high-quality educational services. The position also provides direct support to educational programs through curriculum implementation, material development, and classroom assistance as needed. It may involve interacting directly with students and families to address concerns, provide updates, and facilitate communication. The Assistant Director may lead or co-lead projects and initiatives assigned by the Director. Travel is required.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required.
At least 1–2 years of paid experience in educational administration or a related leadership role.
Travel is required.
Must have a valid New York State Driver's License.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Special Education, Educational Leadership, or a related field preferred.
Experience as a Special Education Teacher preferred.
NYSED School Building Leader or School Administrator certification, or eligibility for certification/working toward it, preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist the Director with daily program and department operations, including budget monitoring, interviewing and hiring support, and staff scheduling and coverage.
Support planning and execution of staff meetings, performance evaluations, and disciplinary actions as directed by the Director.
Coordinate existing services and assist with expanding department services.
Contribute to the development of programs and initiatives aligned with program needs and strategic goals.
Help ensure timely completion of required records and reports for assigned areas.
Support the collection and analysis of data concerning student progress, program outcomes, and operational metrics.
Collaborate with Agency programs, departments, and interdisciplinary teams to support quality service delivery.
Help coordinate services with governmental and regulatory bodies, community and local agencies, and health care providers when applicable.
Support fiscal responsibility for the program or department and manage assigned budget areas.
Help ensure staff in-service and professional development needs are met.
Track and maintain staff certifications and licenses to ensure they remain current.
Participate in administrative team activities, including meetings, trainings, and committees.
Adhere to mandatory reporting regulations and HIPAA laws.
Ensure compliance with applicable government and Agency regulations and operating standards within areas of responsibility.
Help foster positive relationships between supervisors and employees and assimilate new employees into the Agency's culture, values, and mission.
Provide direct support to educational programs, including curriculum implementation, material development, and classroom support as needed.
Interact with students and families as needed to address concerns, provide updates, and facilitate communication.
Lead or co-lead projects and initiatives assigned by the Director, ensuring timely completion and alignment with objectives.

Benefits

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, including a low-cost individual health insurance plan.
Dollar-for-dollar retirement match up to 7%.
403(b) retirement plan.
Life insurance.
Voluntary benefits.
Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Generous paid time off, including sick, vacation, and employee leave.
Tuition reimbursement.
Service awards.
Employee appreciation events.
Employee discounts.
Direct deposit.