Director of Education
About The Position
HeartShare is seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of Education to ensure high-quality educational services for students with special needs. Reporting to the Senior Vice President of Education, the Director supervises staff, provides team leadership, oversees policy implementation, and ensures safety protocols. The role calls for a dedicated professional with a passion for special education, strong organizational skills, and the ability to foster a supportive and inclusive learning environment. The Director oversees personnel management, service programming, parent involvement, building safety and supplies, public relations and outreach, and classroom instruction as needed. The position also performs other job-related duties consistent with its scope and level, and in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and organizational policies.
Requirements
- Master's degree in education or a related field as defined by Article 47.
- Advanced credentials in School Building Leadership: Advanced Certificate in SAS or SBL.
- At least two years of classroom teaching experience with children under age six in a preschool special education setting.
- New York State Certified Early Childhood Teacher or certification in a related field as defined by Article 47.
Responsibilities
- Supervise teachers, assistant teachers, and teacher aides.
- Evaluate classroom staff performance during probationary periods and at least annually thereafter.
- Provide written notice of formal evaluations or observations at least 24 hours in advance, conduct feedback meetings, and provide written evaluations for employees to sign within an appropriate timeframe.
- Monitor instructional staff daily, including attendance, class schedules, and plans.
- Participate in planning and implementing staff development and training.
- Participate in staff, team, and administrative team meetings.
- Interview and recommend staff for hiring to the Senior Vice President of Education.
- Meet with the Senior Vice President of Education at least weekly.
- Ensure the curriculum is developmentally appropriate and meets the individual needs of children.
- Provide classroom consultation regarding behavior management procedures.
- Ensure classrooms implement PBIS, creative curriculum, and TSG.
- Monitor and encourage parent involvement through parent meetings, parent education, and fundraising.
- Monitor communication notebooks to ensure consistent contact between families and the school.
- Monitor the building daily for safety, cleanliness, and attractiveness, and report problems to the Senior Vice President of Education or Maintenance Supervisor.
- Ensure classrooms have the supplies and equipment necessary to meet children's educational needs.
- Participate in outreach efforts to support full enrollment.
- Conduct tours for prospective families.
- Give presentations to and/or visit community groups to educate the public about the school.
- Instruct a classroom as needed.
- Perform other job-related duties consistent with the position's scope and responsibilities and applicable laws, regulations, and organizational policies.
Benefits
- Paid vacation, sick, and personal days, and holidays.
- 403(B) retirement plan with employer contribution.
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Flexible spending accounts for dependent care, medical, parking, and transit.
- Employee appreciation programs and events.
- Tuition assistance program.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Wellhub discount.
- Verizon Wireless discount.
- BJ's membership discount.
- Discounts on Broadway tickets, movie tickets, theme parks, sporting events, gift certificates, and more.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
