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Ombudsman Educational Services · 15 hours ago

Alternative Education Program Director → $5,000 Sign-on Bonus!

Waterman, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$75K/yr - $95K/yr

1+ years exp

Ombudsman Educational Services is a growing organization with a social mission to offer hope, seeking a Center Director to join their Alternative Education team. The role involves leading program operations focused on instructional excellence, staff development, and fostering community partnerships to ensure student success.

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Hiring Manager

Nicole Walker

Responsibilities

Providing vision and leadership to support student achievement and effective site operations by supervising staff, implementing performance management systems, and promoting professional growth

Participating in recruitment and hiring processes to build and sustain a high-performing site team

Providing staff supervision by coaching, mentoring, and developing employees while monitoring performance and fostering continuous improvement

Ensuring a safe and supportive learning environment by monitoring site operations, addressing/reporting incidents, and enforcing safety protocols

Maintaining compliance with state, district, and contractual requirements, and ensuring all staff are fully knowledgeable of success criteria and regulations

Representing the program at community, district, and local levels to strengthen partnerships and promote the organization’s mission

Instructing, monitoring, and evaluating teachers and students in the use of curriculum, instructional strategies, and learning tools to ensure fidelity and effectiveness

Guiding teachers in the development of classroom schedules, student data systems, and transition plans to ensure alignment with individual student goals

Consulting with and supporting teachers in building student skills in social development, problem-solving, and conflict resolution

Maintaining accurate and complete records of student progress in compliance with legal, company, and district policies

Compiling and analyzing assessment data to monitor student growth, inform instructional practices, and drive targeted interventions

Modeling and promoting instructional strategies that facilitate active learning experiences and align with the organization’s educational vision

Promoting positive student behavior by implementing consistent practices, applying policies fairly, and supporting restorative or disciplinary interventions when necessary

Providing counseling, encouragement, and guidance to students experiencing academic or personal challenges

Participating in accreditation and quality assurance processes to ensure the site consistently meets or exceeds performance standards

Keeping current with research-based practices and organization-wide initiatives, including professional development in behavior management and instructional best practices

Performing additional duties as assigned to support the overall success of students, staff, and the program

Qualification

Master's degree in educationIL state LBS1 credentialIL state PEL endorsementEducation leadership experienceAlternative educationBehavioral health program experienceTeaching strategies knowledgeClassroom management systemsData-based decision makingPositive behavior interventionsIndividualized education plansProfessional development trainingMultitasking abilityServant leadershipInstructional technology knowledgeMicrosoft Office SuiteAdvanced communication skillsConflict resolution skillsProblem solving skills

Required

Master's degree or higher in education, educational leadership or a closely related field of study

Licensed currently or in the process of obtaining an IL state learning behavior specialist (LBS1) credential

Licensed currently or in the process of obtaining an IL state professional educator (PEL) administrative endorsement

Minimum 1yr prior experience working in an education leadership role, preferably in an alternative, special education and/or behavioral health program setting

Prior experience and/or knowledge in alternative educational services for at-risk students with diverse needs at various levels

Highly skilled in working with children with learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, emotional behavioral disorders and/or other related disabilities

Effective management skills and comprehensive knowledge of administrative and school operations, recruitment and retention strategies, and compliance requirements

Well-versed in effective teaching strategies, classroom management systems, data-based decision making, positive behavior interventions and supports (PBIS) and behavior intervention plans (BIP's)

Prior experience and highly knowledgeable in the development, assessment, and management of curriculum, content areas and instruction

Prior experience and highly knowledgeable in working with students with individualized education plans (IEP's)

Proficiency in providing motivation and having critical conversations with students that help move them toward realistic goals

Advanced skill in providing training, professional development and/or coaching to teachers and education staff

Advanced oral and written communication, organization, conflict resolution, multitasking, problem solving, and performance motivation ability

Knowledge of relevant technology including experience with instructional technology, Microsoft Office Suite, database entry and basic office equipment

Skilled leader who exhibits the characteristics of servant leadership, looking to the needs of the team and seeking to help solve problems and promote personal development