Vice President of Education

RFK Community Alliance•Lancaster, MA

2d•$150,000 - $165,000

About The Position

RFK Community Alliance is seeking a dynamic and mission-driven Vice President of Education to lead and shape the future of its education programs serving students with complex emotional, behavioral, and learning needs. You will be part of a leadership team deeply committed to impact, innovation, and care working together to improve the lives of children and families across Massachusetts. This is a high-impact executive leadership role responsible for driving census growth, strengthening program quality, and ensuring strong alignment between education and clinical services. This role is critical to ensuring that more students have access to high-quality educational and clinical services in a setting that prioritizes safety, belonging, and growth.

Requirements

MS degree in Special Education or related field
DESE Special Education Administrator license required
Experienced educational leader with a strong operational mindset
Skilled in managing complex programs and teams
Comfortable owning both outcomes and accountability
Collaborative, relationship-driven leader
Deeply committed to trauma-informed care and student success

Responsibilities

Lead the education division across three schools (Dr. Franklin Perkins School, Don Watson Academy, RFK Academy)
Oversee admissions and build a strong, consistent enrollment strategy
Partner closely with Agency Vice Presidents and critical clinical and operational leadership to ensure student success and safety
Align census growth with financial performance and sustainability
Build and support a positive, trauma-informed culture for staff and students
Strengthen relationships with school districts and referral partners
Represent RFK Community Alliance externally