Preschool Principal

Helen Keller Services For The Blind•Islandia, NY

31d

About The Position

The Principal will be responsible for executing HKSBs mission and strategic objectives through the development and operational delivery of services at the Suffolk Childrens Learning Center. This leadership role requires a strong commitment to excellence, compliance, and collaboration.

Requirements

Masters degree in education or related field
Certification as a Special Education Teacher or Teacher of the Visually Impaired
School Building Leader Certification required, School District Leader Certification preferred
Minimum 5 years of experience in early childhood special education leadership
Strong knowledge of regulatory compliance and program development
Excellent communication and organizational skills

Responsibilities

Monitoring all regulatory and compliance issues related to the 4410 program for: Suffolk County and partnering local districts New York State Education Department Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) Fire safety regulations pertaining to childcare centers
Keeping policies and procedures up to date and in compliance with all pertinent regulations
Monitoring and approving evaluation reports, updates, IEPs and IFSPs
Applying for and monitoring grants that will enrich the CLC Program
Overseeing contractual services
Observing and supervising all instructional and therapeutic staff
Monitoring classroom instruction through observation, review of lesson plans and class schedules
Developing instructional approaches and curricula based on best practice in the field of vision impairment and multiple disabilities and gauge implementation in the classrooms
Overseeing and monitoring therapy schedules to assure delivery of services and fulfillment of student mandates
Conducting and monitoring outreach to increase awareness of CLC programs
Participating in coalition and committee meetings such as the DDSO Childrens Committee meetings, Grant advisory Board Meetings, etc.
Monitoring and addressing maintenance needs of the physical plant of the school
Monitoring monthly school fire drills
Monitoring transportation services
Travel required to the Brooklyn CLC on a weekly basis (prior to the Suffolk location opening in mid-July)