BEST Program Director, BEST

Lipscomb University•Nashville, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Lipscomb University is seeking a Program Director for the BEST program. BEST is a program within the Office of Accessibility and Learning Supports that provides students with disabilities individualized supports to better succeed in college. Students in the BEST program are traditional undergraduate students accepted to Lipscomb. The primary function is to organize and manage the daily operation of the BEST program, collaborate with Lipscomb University administration, faculty, and staff, and communicate effectively with parents and other stakeholders.

Requirements

Master’s Degree in Education or related field required.
Experience with individuals with disabilities in an academic setting is required.
Excellent speaking, communication, teaching, and presentation skills
Demonstrated organizational skills in handling and directing multiple and complex assignments and projects
Excellent interpersonal skills (including team leadership and facilitation of cooperative endeavors)
Skill in working effectively in a collaborative environment
High degree of initiative and self-regulation
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
Knowledge of adult learning theory
Effectively present information to various internal stakeholders – Lipscomb administration and faculty members, pre-service teachers, in-service teachers, college and K-12 students
Effectively present information to various external stakeholders in local, state, and national venues
Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite programs (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)

Nice To Haves

At least three years of classroom experience in the K-12 setting and/or equivalent experience in postsecondary transition services is preferred.
Demonstrated knowledge of special education/transition research, curriculum development, and the use of data to drive decision-making
Desire and ability to learn

Responsibilities

Recruit and interview potential students
Provide academic, social, organizational, and/or residential supports for the BEST students
Lead groups and/or individual sessions to support students’ goals
Supervise and assign duties to the Assistant Director, Case Manager and Graduate Assistant
Communicate with faculty to provide information and seek feedback
Promote participation of students in day-to-day university and community activities
Meet with university faculty and staff to promote an inclusive and supportive environment for the BEST students
Plan and lead the Summer Experience week
Coordinate meetings with parents, as needed
Other duties as assigned