Director clinical education Jobs in Colorado Springs, CO

Starting Salary :   $85,000 - $95,000 / year based on experience

Environment :   Special Education Program, Middle School

ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education , a growing, dynamic organization with a social mission to offer hope, is seeking an Education Program Director to join our award-winning Special Education team and perform meaningful work in a culture that welcomes innovation, encourages creative expression and offers limitless potential for personal and professional satisfaction!

If you thrive in a collaborative, goal-oriented environment focused on meaningful outcomes for students with special education needs, seek a career filled with genuine purpose, and possess strong problem-solving skills, compassion and exceptional dedication —   We Should Talk!   📲

As the Education Program Director , you will play a pivotal role in transforming the lives of Middle School   students by providing tailored clinical and educational interventions designed to meet each learner’s unique needs. You’ll lead with expertise, guiding and mentoring your team through hands-on training and professional development, while consistently evaluating and elevating their performance. Your leadership will ensure that policies and procedures are implemented effectively, creating a supportive and efficient learning environment where every student can thrive.

This position oversees all site operations and functions as the liaison between the site and the school districts’ designated site contacts by establishing and maintaining positive, interactive, working relationships.

Responsibilities Include :

• Providing visionary leadership and strategic guidance to elevate student achievement and operational excellence by supervising staff performance, implementing targeted performance management plans, identifying professional development needs, and actively engaging in continuous learning opportunities.
• Supervising staff by clearly assigning responsibilities, facilitating personalized development plans, consistently monitoring performance, providing targeted feedback, and coaching employees toward professional growth and effectiveness.
• Consulting with and supporting teachers in the classroom to effectively manage behavior, maintaining accurate student data systems, and facilitating seamless learning plans tailored to each student's individual goals.
• Instructing, monitoring, and evaluating teachers and students on the effective utilization of learning materials and educational technology to ensure instructional fidelity and optimize student outcomes.
• Supporting the development of measurable, objective IEP goals and facilitating progress monitoring in collaboration with education personnel.

Conducting Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) to identify the causes and functions of students' challenging behaviors.

Creating and implementing BIPs that align with ChanceLight standards and guidelines, addressing the individual needs of each student.

This position operates with oversight and guidance from the regional vice president in carrying out their essential duties and responsibilities to provide overall leadership, quality assurance, managerial and administrative support for the ChanceLight Education site.

Qualifications Required :

ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education is the nation’s leading provider of alternative and special education programs for children and young adults. For more than 45 years, and in partnership with over 235 school districts nationwide, we have helped change the direction of more than 240,000 student lives !

Learn more about our history, our mission and the program services we provide by visiting the link below :

At ChanceLight we believe in providing more than just a job, as a member of our team you'll receive the opportunity to make meaningful impacts, the support needed to achieve success, and all the tools essential to reaching your personal & professional fulfillment! Y our path to a truly rewarding career starts here – where growth, empowerment, and collaboration define our culture; and every day is a  Chance   to transform lives through education!

Perks and Benefits Include :

If you're ready to start making lasting impacts on the lives of students and contribute to the creation of a brighter future — This Is Your Chance !

Join us and together, we can empower students to overcome challenges, build confidence and unlock their full potential!

Careers, With ChanceLight 💙 Work. With Purpose.

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