Associate Director - Specialized Education Services

Shine on as an Associate Director.

In special education and alternative education settings nationwide, the team members of Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI) shine a positive light on students who need academic, emotional, social, and behavioral support and uncover the unique learner within. Have a profound impact, grow, learn, and thrive as part of our team.

Why Join Us

• Competitive salary range
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Tuition reimbursement support available
• Continued instructional coaching and leadership support
• Growth opportunities

The Associate Director will be responsible for supporting the supervision of all program staff including special education teachers, school social workers, BCBAs, assistant teachers, SESI related service providers, and administrative assistants. Every child deserves to reach their full potential and we are looking to hire an exceptional Associate Director who will play an essential role in fueling student and staff success.

You Are

Someone who is passionate about serving students with special needs so that they can perform at their highest level and realize productive, fulfilling futures. You believe that ALL children can learn and have the desire to make a positive impact in the lives of students. You excel at building relationships, collaborating with a team, and persevering through difficult challenges. You have a sense of optimism, a willingness to learn and grow, and a commitment to improving outcomes for students.

• Ensuring that all students are being educated in accordance with their Individualized Education Plans (IEPs)
• Observation of classrooms on a regular basis both formally (using observation forms to provide appropriate staff feedback) and informally
• Weekly staff meetings for the purpose of imparting information, suggestions and issues of concern that affect the program and the staff
• Attending and participating in Regional activities including a weekly Director’s Meeting
• Attending and participating in a monthly Goal Review with Supervisor; demonstrating consistent growth and goal completion
• Reporting facilities issues to the appropriate department for prompt resolution
• Communicating in person, by telephone and through newsletters and other forms of written communication with parents, supervisors, and district personnel
• Involving parents in the educational program on a regular basis as well as providing regular parent education events throughout the school year
• Ensuring that all state licensing policies relating to the health, safety and well-being of the children attending the program are followed and in compliance
• Forging and maintaining stakeholder relationships (district officials, parents, etc.); providing excellent and responsive customer service

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Performing staff Supervisions including Goal Reviews monthly, giving staff the opportunity for self- evaluation and growth
• Ensuring that all staff follow school and company policies in order to maintain excellent program quality
• Maintaining excellent records including financial, state licensing, student, and employee files
• Communicating regularly with all supervisors to ensure that proper support and assistance is available at all times
• Identifying staff and program needs and obtaining professional development opportunities to address those needs
• Role modeling appropriate and professional demeanor to staff, parents, and the children in the program as well as school district personnel
• Other duties may be assigned

• Credentials in Education or similar field
• Bachelors Degree required
• Extensive experience with students with serious emotional disabilities is strongly preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office preferred
• Must be willing to undergo a background check, in accordance with local law/regulations