Education Program Director | BCBA → $5,000 Sign-on Bonus!

ChanceLight Programs•Omaha, NE

18h•Onsite

About The Position

Ombudsman Educational Services, a growing organization with a social mission, is seeking an Education Program Director | BCBA to join their award-winning Alternative Education team. This role offers meaningful work in a culture that welcomes innovation and encourages creative expression. The ideal candidate thrives in a collaborative, goal-oriented environment focused on meaningful outcomes for students with special education needs and possesses strong problem-solving skills, compassion, and exceptional dedication. As the Education Program Director | BCBA, you will play a pivotal role in transforming students' lives by providing tailored clinical and educational interventions. You will lead with expertise, guiding and mentoring your team through hands-on training and professional development, while consistently evaluating and elevating their performance. This position operates as acting School Principal, overseeing all site operations and functions, ensuring a safe learning environment, and acting as a liaison between the site and school districts.

Requirements

Masters degree or higher in applied behavior analysis, special education or a closely related field of study.
Licensed currently or in the process of obtaining a board-certified behavior analyst (BCBA) credential.
Ability to obtain and maintain certification in company approved crisis management training.
Minimum 5 years prior experience and/or knowledge in special education services and compliance, particularly for students with severe learning disabilities, behavioral disorders and/or emotional disturbance.
Minimum 3 years prior leadership experience, preferably in a special education and/or behavioral health program setting.
Effective management skills and comprehensive knowledge of administrative and school operations, functions, and compliance requirements.
Prior experience and highly knowledgeable in the development, assessment, and management of curriculum, content areas and instruction.
Prior experience and highly skilled in providing training, professional development and/or coaching to teachers and education staff.
Well-versed in applied behavior analysis (ABA) including positive behavior interventions and supports (PBIS), effective teaching strategies, classroom management systems, data-based decision making, functional behavior analysis (FBA) and behavior intervention plans (BIP).
Proficiency in providing motivation and having critical conversations with students that help move them toward realistic goals.
Highly skilled in building relationships with students, parents, teachers and community and/or business partners.
Advanced oral and written communication, organization, conflict resolution, multitasking, problem solving, and decision-making ability.
Knowledge of relevant technology including experience with instructional technology, Microsoft Office Suite, database entry and basic office equipment.
Skilled leader who exhibits the characteristics of servant leadership, looking to the needs of the team and seeking to help solve problems and promote personal development.

Nice To Haves

Licensed currently or in the process of obtaining an educational leadership, school principal, administrator or related credential preferred.
Licensed currently or in the process of obtaining a NE state special education instruction credential preferred.

Responsibilities

Providing vision and leadership to support student achievement and effective operations by supervising staff, developing and implementing performance management plans, identifying professional learning needs, and participating in professional learning opportunities.
Effectively participating in the employment and selection process to ensure an effective site team is in place.
Analyzing the professional development needs of staff and aligning needs with the Ombudsman instructional vision, while also actively recognizing accomplishments and addressing issues to ensure productive site operations.
Ensuring the safety of staff and students by maintaining the site and classrooms for operation and ensuring compliance and staff awareness with contract and specific state requirements including staffing ratios and crisis protocols.
Performing managerial responsibilities including but not limited to overseeing the day-to-day operation of school schedule and activities, custodial and maintenance, food services, transportation services, administration, financial/budgetary operations, resource allocation, and district/community relationships.
Driving the enrollment process from referral to last day of attendance; ensuring timely classroom placement upon receiving referral, conducting effective site tours, managing classroom rosters according to student need and state requirements, and participating in the development of plans for transitioning students to the least restrictive environment.
Instructing, monitoring, and evaluating all staff and students in the use of learning materials and resources to ensure fidelity of instruction and student performance/evaluation.
Conducting Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) to identify the causes and functions of students' challenging behaviors.
Creating and implementing BIPs that align with Ombudsman standards and guidelines, addressing the individual needs of each student.
Supporting the development of measurable, objective IEP goals and facilitating progress monitoring in collaboration with education personnel.
Implementing evidence-based interventions by applying scientifically proven behavioral and educational strategies, promoting positive outcomes in academic, social, emotional, and independent functioning.
Providing crisis management intervention and support for students exhibiting aggressive or self-injurious behavior and developing strategies for improvement of behavior.
Monitoring and ensuring adherence to all Department of Education regulations and internal standards for educational and behavioral services.
Maintaining accurate and detailed records of assessments, interventions, progress, and compliance activities.
Participating in the assurance and accreditation processes to ensure that the site passes or meets performance plans.
Keeping up to date with research-based practices and developments in subject areas, resources and professional development, including but not limited to organization-wide initiatives such as CPI.
Providing, soliciting, and responding constructively to formal and informal feedback.
Working collaboratively with site team, field level support and national support for the good of the organization.