Educational Director - Jean Garvin School

Howard Center•Burlington, VT

5h•Onsite

About The Position

The Jean Garvin School is an inclusive space that inspires transformation. Our mission is to provide a supportive and differentiated approach for students to experience success through independence, mastery, belonging and generosity. The Educational Director will oversee academic assessment, curriculum instruction and progress monitoring of all students at the Jean Garvin School. Lead and support daily operations at the School, ensuring teachers are proficient in the delivery of the 21st century learning practices including use of technology in the classroom. The Educational Director will also collaborate with the clinical team to oversee and support staff in carrying out a balance of therapeutic and academic opportunities for students in a Trauma Transforming environment.

Requirements

Master’s degree (preferred)
EducLevel_II Vermont Teaching License
Supervisory Experience
Experience providing consultation and training with students with emotional/behavioral challenges
Valid driver’s license and use of a personal vehicle
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Responsibilities

Develop and lead program and educational staff development initiatives
Recruit, train, supervise and evaluate education staff in the areas of Individual Education Plan (IEP) development, educational evaluations, curriculum development/instruction, speech/language needs, behavior management/intervention and collaborative teaming
Assist in development and coordination of employee in-service training
Participate in administrative oversight of operations, ensuring education instruction meets VT State requirements
Collaborate with LEA liaisons and other service providers
In conjunction with the Special Education Director, coordinate legally-mandated special education procedures for the school along with comprehensive evaluations, progress monitoring assessment reports and Educational Outcome Reports

Benefits

Generous time off starting at 36 days of combined time off per year for full-time employees (and increasing with years of service); pro-rated for positions 16 hours or more
Comprehensive Health Insurance with 80% agency-paid premium support for individuals, couples, and families (pro-rated for part time). This Point of Service Plan features no deductible.
Two Dental options
Vision Insurance
Employer 401(k) contributions
Employer Paid Life, AD&D, Short Term and Long Term insurance
Medical & Childcare Flexible Spending Account
Childcare Stipend
Employee Assistance Program
Employee referral program with financial payment
Discounted online undergraduate/graduate courses through Champlain College truED
Award-winning workplace wellness program including physical fitness groups for staff, financial wellness incentives, and ongoing workplace wellness advocacy and education
Voluntary benefits from local/international businesses: discounted gym memberships, mobile phone service, ski/snowboard passes, auto/home insurance, and more!