Principal

MyPath•Madison, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

MyPath and its Operating Companies provide specialized services and dignified care for children, adolescents and adults with special needs. Our companies provide a spectrum of services and support which promote the ability of those we serve to live as independently as possible in the community. The Richardson School is an alternative placement option for local districts to access for their students with significant needs and behavioral concerns. Our students are typically diagnosed with a combination of developmental or neurological disabilities and emotional, behavioral or mental health disorders. The school calendar follows the typical 180 educational days with the opportunity to attend Extended School Year for students in need of this programming. MyPath is composed of a beautifully diverse spectrum of employees with different characteristics, abilities, and life experiences. We believe that equitable, diverse, and inclusive practices in our workspaces are integral to the existence of MyPath. We value our diverse spectrum of Owners, the individuals we serve and the communities we encounter. Our success as an organization is directly proportional to our ability to create belonging and genuinely engage our Owners and potential Owners. At MyPath, we support an ownership culture throughout the organization. Our culture is based on our five beliefs and behaviors: Passion, Accountability, Teamwork, Openness, Continuous Learning and Innovation. As an employee owner, you can expect transparency, respect and appreciation. You’ll impact the place you work and map a career within MyPath. MyPath is proudly Majority Women Employee-Owned, with women leading at every level from the frontline to the boardroom. MyPath is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. MyPath provides specialized services and dignified care for children, adolescents and adults with disabilities, mental health issues, and other significant needs. Operating since 1984, MyPath includes eight companies that serve over 2,000 individuals from around the country, in more than 150 program locations throughout Wisconsin and Indiana, across 48 communities. Our array of services includes a spectrum of educational, therapeutic and community supports to allow those we serve to live full and productive lives in the community—to find their path. MyPath is proud to be a 100% employee owned company (ESOP). At MyPath our caregivers are also our owners!

Requirements

Masters degree with licensure in school administration, or eligible to obtain school administration licensure within the hiring year required
2 years’ experience within Education leadership, including but not limited to budget development, marketing, and/or public relations required.
Possesses a working Knowledge of students with disabilities and IDEA/IEPs
Possesses a working knowledge of trauma-informed care and Behavioral/Therapeutic approaches

Nice To Haves

Preference given to candidates with a special education licensure and/or background
Experience working with individuals who display needs in the areas of autism, cognitive delays, EBD, mental health, and other related disabilities preferred

Responsibilities

Is responsible for and manages all building and support services including food and building services whether employed or contracted, facilitating smooth operations, fiscal responsiveness, and quality.
Takes necessary action to see that the physical environment of the facility is healthy, safe, and organized.
In collaboration with Executive Director, makes staffing recommendations and implements changes (i.e., elimination and hiring of new positions, including opening new classrooms)
Provides supervision and support for the Instructional Aide Supervisor who manages the Instructional Aides in the school classrooms
During Bobcat camp, collaborating with the Special Education Supervisor to ensure appropriate staff are present to facilitate a safe and effective learning environment.
Provides support and direction to see that new employee orientation and training needs are being met, and that all required education is accomplished within established timelines and in accordance with all licensing/funding requirements.
Maintains an awareness of current enrollments and building/program capacity and couples this with changes in the market, target markets, and in referral and funding sources.
With good judgment and discretion, recommends opportunities to the Executive Director that maximizes revenue through increased capacity, program expansion, or new services.
Partners with the Executive Director and Company Finance resources in the development of annual operating and capital budgets, ensuring accuracy in the data compiled and solid rationale supporting the assumptions made.
Manages to budget and is prepared to respond to monthly budget reviews, addressing variances with confidence based on knowledge of business facts.
Consults with the Executive Director and Admissions Coordinator as needed to discuss marketing, program development, budgetary, and other significant factors.
Provides input for executive consideration regarding company policies, procedures, growth opportunities, and innovative ideas to improve service.
Performs human resource management and payroll processing functions for direct reports and co-facilitates with other supervisors regarding all other staffing needs and concerns; including interviewing and selection; orientation, training, performance monitoring, and classroom evaluations; coaching, counseling and corrective action, and resolution of employee concerns.
Monitors any overtime, approved by the Executive Director.
Maintains clear, objective documentation.
Supports staff in their professional development.
Establishes relationships and maintains regular contact with funding and school/district representatives.
Regularly supplies referral sources with a summary of available program services.
Explores needs for new service options by eliciting information from County and School representatives.
Participates in related professional or community service organizations as needed.
Promotes relationships and provides information about the Company to individuals we support and their families, local school districts, case managers and local community and other professionals.
Conducts self in a positive, respectful, and collaborative manner, demonstrating proactive decision-making that facilitates supportive working relationships and a safe environment for the students.
Remains current with latest school information and developments; attends and actively participates in required meetings and staffing.
Functions within legal, licensing, School, and professional standards in maintaining a therapeutic and educational environment for students.
Reports per policy any suspected student abuse, whether physical, sexual, or mental/psychological.
Leads and/or participates in the investigations and is responsible for implementing appropriate action based on outcome.