Director of Education - AMIKids Acadiana

AMIkids•Branch, LA

About The Position

The Director of Education provides overall supervision of the academic program at AMIkids Acadiana. The role ensures quality learning services through professional development and effective classroom management, supporting a safe and successful learning environment for a diverse population of youth and encouraging social and emotional development through academic and personal goals. The Director oversees individualized academic planning, curriculum, educational services, staff development, student progress, school-district and community partnerships, reporting, and compliance with education program requirements. The position also supports career and technical education and youth transitions, and participates in activities and required safety and crisis-response training.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Education with a focus in Leadership or Curriculum.
Two years of teaching experience.
Two years of professional experience working with youth, including supervisory or administrative responsibility.
Possess and maintain professional teacher certification as defined by local and/or state requirements in the state of employment.
Maintain applicable certifications, including required crisis intervention and physical restraint training and certification, and CPR and First Aid certification.

Responsibilities

Ensure each youth has an individual learning plan and maintain related files, including transcripts, assessments, advisement, and progress monitoring; incorporate resources and maintain inventory.
Establish a master schedule that addresses rigorous curriculum and individualized youth needs.
Direct curriculum development to ensure core coursework, academic requirements, and GED/HiSet preparation are provided across subjects, including Language Arts, Math, Science, Social Science, and Reading.
Supervise and review education programs, planning, and services; review youth evaluations and development plans, collect and evaluate baseline data, and develop academic agendas to achieve desired outcomes.
Ensure implementation of Individual Academic Plans (IAPs) and direct implementation of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs); encourage creative learning environments and teaching methods that support youth involvement and success.
Onboard professional educators, provide constructive feedback and development, and ensure applicable certifications are current.
Secure ESE/SPED services to meet youth’s identified IEP needs.
Lead classroom management in alignment with all components of the AMIkids Personal Growth Model (PGM).
Build effective interpersonal relationships that encourage workplace cooperation and team success.
Manage and document outcomes, including GEDs, grade-level progression, industry-recognized certifications, and credits earned.
Ensure youth transitions from AMIkids successfully, as reflected in their transition plans.
Support and direct career and technical education classes as applicable.
Conduct weekly meetings with instructional team members to review and set direction for individual youth needs.
Develop internal and external partnerships and maintain professional relationships with state job services, youth services departments, local school systems, and district service providers; oversee School Improvement Plans and related processes.
Serve as program liaison, including with school district contract managers; submit required reports and documentation and act as liaison between AMIkids Home Office, local school districts, and regulatory agencies.
Ensure integrity and fidelity of education components and maintain current industry knowledge.
Actively supervise and/or coordinate day trips and special activities involving recreational sports, facility and equipment cleaning, grounds maintenance, and equipment relocation.
Attend and maintain required crisis intervention and physical restraint training and certification as defined by state and contract requirements.
Attend and maintain CPR and First Aid certification through a nationally recognized organization.
Assist with special projects and other duties as needed.