Director Of Education Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Master’s degree with concentration in special education, school psychology, or educational administration.
• At least three years of teaching or providing related services to special education students.
• At least three years in an administrative or supervisory role in an educational environment.
• Valid state teacher’s certification.
• Special Professional Education Development Certified “SPED”.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all educational programming through supervision of educational staff in the planning of curriculum, classroom schedule and preparation of lessons/plans, considering regulatory requirements, physical, emotional, and education levels of development.
• Maintain an effective and efficient staff through appropriate supervision in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; maintaining quality assurance; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Assist with overall facility staff training and development using a variety of acceptable methods, skills, and techniques, and conducts conferences and meetings as required.
• Ensure compliance with governmental, organizational, and contracting authority’s regulations, policies and procedures, and operating requirements.
• Perform various administrative tasks including maintaining adequate office and classroom supply inventory, controlling and balancing petty cash, and assisting in the preparation of and managing the facility budget as required.
• Develop and implement individualized academic programs by performing formal and informal assessments of academic achievement, social-emotional development, and vocational skills according to governmental and organizational guidelines. Prepares materials, individualized lesson plans, and activities according to assessment goals.
• Demonstrate knowledge of effective instructional techniques by using a wide variety of materials and mediums of delivery and avoiding overuse of any one medium.

Benefits

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive compensation
• Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(k) with company match
• Discounted stock plan