Education Manager - Day School

EDUCATION MANAGER - DAY SCHOOL

Chileda's mission is to improve the quality of life for individuals with cognitive and behavioral challenges. Chileda's goal is to help students increase their appropriate social behaviors and develop independent living skills through an enriched learning environment and individualized behavior programming. Chileda's population includes children and young adults with special needs, including Autism, Attachment Challenges, related developmental delays, and intensive behavioral needs.

SUMMARY: The Education Manager will manage a school for individuals with cognitive and behavioral challenges. This position will lead and energize staff by overseeing the daily activities, operations, and safety of the school. The Education Manager will ensure all students are provided with an excellent educational experience while also working on behavioral goals and complying with each Individualized Education Program (IEP).

REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's Degree in Education, Human Services, or related field
• A minimum of two years of supervision or teaching experience
• Knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) along with two years of teaching experience (preferred)
• Ability and willingness to obtain WI administer license within three years of hire
• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
• Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to develop and maintain relationships with clients, leaders, and peers
• Proficient in Microsoft Office or Google Suite with the ability to learn and operate software systems
• Must demonstrate ability to utilize leadership skills to build effective teams with a solution-focused and resilient mindset
• Ability to manage crisis situations in a safe and effective manner
• Must have a valid driver's license and insured vehicle

GENERAL HOURS OF DUTY: Generally, 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday – Friday. Additional hours of work may be required. This is an exempt, benefit-eligible position averaging a minimum of 40 hours of work per week.

REPORTS TO: Director of Special Education or Principal

JOB DUTIES:

• Provide ongoing effective leadership to the team through training and feedback. Complete classroom observations at least bi-annually and provide performance feedback throughout the year and annual performance evaluations.
• Facilitate collaborative work between teachers and behavior services to set up a classroom environment for meeting educational and behavioral goals.
• Train classroom teachers to teach in a unique environment where they collaborate with multiple departments (behavior, case, etc.) to ensure consistency across environments.
• Provide consultation and technical assistance to classroom teachers in a team-oriented manner, providing direction and plans of action to meet the needs of students.
• Manage scheduling needs of the education department. Collaborate with teachers to schedule specials and create daily classroom schedules designed to meet individual student needs.
• Complete staff tracking daily for staff working in classrooms.
• Assist education team in planning and facilitating community outings. Coordinate with program staff to ensure the appropriate coverage for programming and community outings.
• Ensure staff are trained on and completing Incident Reports and other required reporting documents.
• Work with the site Principal to remain current on Emergency Preparedness and Disaster Planning, with the ability to implement these systems when needed. Maintain the ability to direct staff and students during times of emergency.
• Develop and maintain daily staff assignments for assigned shifts. Assign staff to areas in which they are trained and competent to work in.
• Provide active supervision of Chileda's campus by completing frequent rounds at designated times to supervise employees working during assigned shifts.
• Complete shift exit report at the end of assigned shift, including student census, serious incidents, and emergency interventions.
• Communicate any Serious Incidents, including allegations of abuse/neglect and grievances, to the appropriate staff members immediately.
• Monitor employees to ensure all aspects of student care and treatment are being implemented consistently and with fidelity. Provide feedback to employees as needed following Chileda's
• Performance Counseling Procedure.
• Report broken or damaged items to the appropriate individual(s).
• Serve as backup in: (enter job functions in which the EM would serve as a back-up)
• Collaborate with other leadership members and teachers to assist in facilitating staff breaks.
• All other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the Job Duties of this position successfully. While performing the duties of this job, there is frequent physical interaction with students in fulfilling self-care, behavioral interventions, and educational and recreational programs. The position involves implementing all aspects of Nonviolent Physical Crisis Intervention (CPI), including blocking, grab releases, physical transport, and physical restraint. Must be able to talk and hear to communicate and exchange information with co-workers. Employees must be able to perform all essential functions without direct risk of harm to others or themselves. Please see the Essential Functions document for specific position physical demands.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work will primarily be performed in an office environment. Hours will be spent in the classrooms and other shared areas throughout the Chileda campus

DISCLAIMER: The statements of this Job Description are intended to describe the general nature of the work being performed and are not assumed to be a complete list of tasks. This Job Description does not establish a contract and is subject to change at Chileda's discretion at any time. Employment at Chileda is at will. Employment at-will means that Chileda may terminate or change the status of your employment at any time, with or without reason, and with or without notice.

Chileda is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.