Executive Director
About The Position
Lead with purpose. Transform lives. Join May Institute as the Executive Director of our May School in Wilmington, Massachusetts. In this influential leadership role, you will guide a dedicated team committed to providing exceptional educational and clinical services to students with autism and developmental disabilities. As Executive Director, you will provide the clinical, educational, operational, and strategic leadership needed to deliver high-quality, evidence-based services. You will oversee the school’s day-to-day operations and collaborate with executive leadership, educators, clinicians, and support teams to strengthen student outcomes, staff development, program quality, and long-term sustainability.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in special education, behavior analysis, or related field required
- 7 + years of experience serving in a leadership role in an educational setting.
- Significant experience with productive staff management, supervision, and mentoring resulting in strong teams and improved outcomes.
- Demonstrated commitment to ABA philosophy, principles, and procedures; commitment to continuing to develop ABA expertise; commitment to ongoing professional development.
Nice To Haves
- Ph.D. or Ed.D. preferred.
- Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) preferred.
Responsibilities
- Establish and advance the school’s clinical, educational, and operational priorities in alignment with May Institute’s mission and long-term vision.
- Foster an inclusive, collaborative culture while overseeing staff hiring, onboarding, supervision, evaluation, mentoring, training, and ongoing development.
- Strengthen ABA-based educational and clinical practices, incorporate emerging research, and lead continuous improvement initiatives that promote safe, high-quality student outcomes.
- Partner with executive leadership to develop and manage the school’s annual budget and support sustainable enrollment and census goals.
- Develop undergraduate internships, BCBA trainee programs, predoctoral internships, postdoctoral fellowships, and teacher preparation programs.
- Deliver services in accordance with professional ethical standards and all applicable laws, regulations, and organizational policies.
Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off, including your birthday as a holiday.
- Comprehensive Benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Paid Training & Certifications to support your professional development.
- Tuition Reimbursement & Loan Repayment Assistance for career advancement.
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Executive
